What are the positions of the eight GOP rebels and Democrats who removed McCarthy in relation to Johnson
The Power Struggle: House Speaker Mike Johnson Under Fire
A motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is currently stirring up a political storm, with all eyes on the eight House Republicans who joined forces with Democrats in dethroning the previous speaker. The burning question remains: will they rally to save Johnson or wield their influence to remove the chamber’s top leader once again?
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) ignited the fiery debate by introducing the motion to vacate Johnson post the passing of the final spending bill on the House floor, a bill that saw significant Republican opposition with 112 Republicans voting against it.
Expressing her intent, Greene likened the motion to “a warning and a pink slip” for Johnson. While her timeline for pushing the motion to a vote remains uncertain, she hinted at garnering some Republican support.
Divided Perspectives Emerge
As the showdown looms, key GOP and Democratic figures are already signaling their stances. Representative Tim Burchett (R-TN), a former defector who helped oust Kevin McCarthy, has firmly voiced his dissent against vacating Johnson’s seat.
Burchett emphasized, “I’m a ‘no’ right now because it would elect Hakeem Jeffries. It would hand it over to the Democrats.”
Similarly, Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL), known for leading McCarthy’s removal, expressed caution regarding a similar move against Johnson, stating, “I’m not ready to support a motion to vacate.”
With the Republicans holding a fragile majority, only three GOP lawmakers, alongside unanimous Democratic support, are required to unseat Johnson. However, some Democrats have pledged allegiance to Johnson, including Representatives Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL).
Uncertain Future and Intra-Party Struggles
Greene’s bold move has injected uncertainty into the House, reminiscent of the previous speaker vacancy that lasted three turbulent weeks. The ensuing power vacuum led to a spirited speaker’s race, laying bare the internal turmoil within the Republican ranks since seizing the House majority.
The stand of House Republicans who ousted McCarthy on Johnson’s removal is still up in the air. Some, like House Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good (R-VA), have refrained from condemning Johnson outright, attributing any missteps to inherited commitments from McCarthy.
While some members remain tight-lipped, the impending decision surrounding Johnson’s destiny looms large. As the saga unfolds, the fate of the House leadership hangs in the balance, underscoring the persistent discord within the Republican ensemble.
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