In a shocking turn of events, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to vacate against House Speaker Mike Johnson, threatening to remove him from his position. The two conservative lawmakers, who were once seen as allies, have now found themselves at odds over key issues such as aid to Ukraine and government spending.
The rift between Greene and Johnson began to widen after Johnson killed a bipartisan deal in the Senate that would have provided aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Greene, a vocal opponent of aid to Ukraine, had initially aligned herself with Johnson on this issue. However, tensions escalated when Johnson refused to put the aid bill to a vote on the House floor.
With Republicans holding a slim majority in the House, Johnson’s position as speaker is now in jeopardy. Greene’s motion to vacate, while not yet privileged, serves as a warning shot to Johnson to change his behavior or face potential replacement.
Democrats have also weighed in on the situation, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other Democratic leaders announcing their support to table Greene’s motion. This move has further fueled Greene’s determination to push forward with her efforts to remove Johnson from his role.
As Greene prepares to meet with Johnson to discuss her demands, including no additional aid to Ukraine and defunding investigations into former President Donald Trump, the future of House leadership hangs in the balance. Johnson’s response to Greene’s ultimatum will not only impact his own political future but also the ability of the House to pass crucial legislation in the coming months. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
