Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to Force Vote to Oust House Speaker Mike Johnson
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican from Georgia, has announced her plans to force a vote next week to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson, a move that has sparked controversy and division within the GOP. Greene, wearing a red “MAGA” hat, accused Johnson of betraying conservative values on key issues such as government funding, Ukraine aid, and surveillance programs.
In a bold statement outside the Capitol, Greene challenged Democrats and Johnson’s GOP allies to support his removal, daring them to face their constituents in upcoming primaries. However, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic leaders have pledged to protect Johnson by voting to “table” Greene’s motion, citing the need for bipartisan cooperation and stability.
Despite Greene’s efforts, even some of Johnson’s conservative critics have opposed her push to depose him, with only two co-sponsors for her motion. Johnson himself released a statement condemning the motion as detrimental to the Republican Conference and the country.
Greene has been vocal in her criticism of Johnson for months, particularly regarding his support for emergency foreign aid for Ukraine amidst the ongoing border crisis. Johnson’s recent actions, including passing a $95 billion national security package, have further fueled Greene’s determination to remove him from his position.
Labeling Johnson as a member of the “uniparty,” Greene accused him of collaborating with Democrats to pass bipartisan measures, a move that she believes goes against conservative principles. Despite her efforts, Democrats’ decision to stand by Johnson has undermined Greene’s campaign while providing her with more political ammunition against him and his allies.
As Greene continues her push to oust Johnson, some GOP members, including Reps. Thomas Massie and Paul Gosar, have joined her motion. When asked about potential replacements for Johnson, Greene remained tight-lipped but emphasized the need for someone willing to fight for the conservative agenda and resist sharing power with Democrats.
The unfolding drama within the GOP highlights the deep divisions and power struggles within the party, with Greene’s bold move against Johnson sparking debate and controversy on Capitol Hill. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.