{"id":2083239,"date":"2023-10-29T13:58:42","date_gmt":"2023-10-29T17:58:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/jen-psaki-calls-mike-johnson-a-wolf-in-a-suit-jacket-and-a-true-trump-believer\/"},"modified":"2023-10-29T14:00:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-29T18:00:41","slug":"jen-psaki-calls-mike-johnson-a-wolf-in-a-suit-jacket-and-a-true-trump-believer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/jen-psaki-calls-mike-johnson-a-wolf-in-a-suit-jacket-and-a-true-trump-believer\/","title":{"rendered":"Jen Psaki labels Mike Johnson as a &#8216;wolf in a suit&#8217; and a &#8216;loyal Trump supporter&#8217;."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">32<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fjen-psaki-calls-mike-johnson-a-wolf-in-a-suit-jacket-and-a-true-trump-believer%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2083239&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Slams Newly Elected House Speaker \u2062Mike Johnson<\/h2>\n<p>In a scathing critique, Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary, did not \u2064hold back in\u200b her assessment of newly elected House \u200dSpeaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). She referred to him as a &#8220;wolf in a\u200c suit jacket&#8221; and warned\u2062 that he may pose a greater threat than Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH).<\/p>\n<h3>Concerns\u2064 Over Johnson&#8217;s Past Actions<\/h3>\n<p>Johnson&#8217;s \u200belection\u2063 as House\u200d speaker marked the end of a three-week search for a new speaker in the House \u200bof Representatives. However, Psaki, who served as President Joe Biden&#8217;s press secretary until \u200bMay 2022, expressed concerns about Johnson&#8217;s suitability \u200cfor the role. She cited his past actions as a congressman,\u2062 including his Christian beliefs and his unwavering support for former\u2063 President Donald Trump.<\/p>\n<h3>A True Trump Believer<\/h3>\n<p>In an op-ed piece, Psaki described Johnson \u200cas \u200da &#8220;true Trump believer.&#8221;\u2063 She highlighted\u200b his involvement in Trump&#8217;s \u2063efforts to overturn\u200c the 2020 election and his role as\u2063 one of the former president&#8217;s impeachment lawyers. Psaki also pointed out \u200dJohnson&#8217;s opposition to abortion access and his previous support for criminalizing \u200cgay sex.<\/p>\n<h3>Clash of Values<\/h3>\n<p>Psaki further criticized Johnson as a &#8220;Christian fundamentalist&#8221; who believes that Christian values\u2063 should shape the interpretation of the United States Constitution. She argued that his vision for the country is &#8220;completely \u2063out of line&#8221; with\u200b its\u200d current state.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;He doesn&#8217;t have a questionable\u2064 record as a former wrestling coach, or an unnerving tendency to yell,&#8221; \u2062Psaki wrote. &#8220;But harmless? Just the opposite.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Concerns Echoed by MSNBC Anchor<\/h3>\n<p>Psaki&#8217;s concerns about Johnson&#8217;s appointment as speaker were echoed by Joe Scarborough, co-host\u200d of MSNBC&#8217;s Morning \u200dJoe. Scarborough referred to Johnson as \u2064&#8221;the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/joe-scarborough-says-trump-has-his-guy-sitting-in-the-speakers-chair\/\" title=\"Joe Scarborough claims that Trump has his preferred person occupying the speaker's position.\">anti-democracy guy sitting<\/a> in the speaker&#8217;s \u200cchair.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>Johnson&#8217;s Election and First \u2063International \u200dRemarks<\/h2>\n<p>Johnson secured the position of \u200dHouse speaker with a vote of 220 to 209, \u200ddefeating House Minority Leader\u2062 Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY). This victory followed the House&#8217;s decision to remove Rep. Kevin McCarthy\u2064 (R-CA) from the role of speaker\u200d on\u2062 October 3, with eight Republicans joining the Democrats \u200din the vote.<\/p>\n<p>As the newly\u2064 elected speaker, Johnson will deliver his first international remarks virtually at the Alliance for\u2064 Responsible Citizenship&#8217;s inaugural conference \u2063in London. In his prepared remarks, he will express his eagerness to serve as speaker and argue that Congress and the United States have re-emerged\u2064 as a \u200cbeacon of liberty for the world.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What were\u2063 some of the baseless\u200b conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 presidential election that Johnson promoted?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  E. She cited his past actions and positions as reasons for her reservations.<\/p>\n<p>One \u2062of the main concerns Psaki raised was Johnson&#8217;s role in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/jen-psaki-calls-mike-johnson-a-wolf-in-a-suit-jacket-and-a-true-trump-believer\/\" title=\"Jen Psaki labels Mike Johnson as a 'wolf in a suit' and a 'loyal Trump supporter'.\">promoting\u2062 baseless\u2063 conspiracy theories surrounding<\/a> the 2020 presidential election. She argued that as House Speaker, Johnson\u2063 would have considerable influence over the legislative agenda\u200c and the direction of the Republican Party. Therefore, it is crucial to examine\u2063 his past actions and statements to understand the potential consequences\u2062 of \u200chis leadership.<\/p>\n<p>Psaki also highlighted Johnson&#8217;s support\u2063 for divisive policies that could harm the \u200bAmerican people. She specifically \u2063mentioned his stances on issues such as healthcare, immigration, and gun control. According to Psaki, Johnson&#8217;s record indicates a \u200bdisregard for the needs and well-being of the \u200dAmerican public.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, Psaki \u200dcriticized Johnson&#8217;s\u200b approach to bipartisanship and \u2064cooperation. She argued that his\u200c track record showed a willingness to prioritize partisan interests over the best interests \u2063of the American \u200cpeople. As House Speaker, Johnson would\u2064 be \u2064responsible for fostering unity and finding common ground, but\u2064 Psaki expressed doubt about his ability to fulfill these duties effectively.<\/p>\n<p>Psaki&#8217;s \u200bcritique of Johnson&#8217;s \u2063suitability for the \u200brole of\u200d House Speaker stemmed from her belief in the importance of responsible and \u200deffective leadership. As a former press secretary, she had firsthand experience observing the impact of \u200cleadership decisions on the nation and its citizens. Her concerns about Johnson&#8217;s past\u200d actions and positions were rooted in a desire to ensure that the House Speaker serves the best interests of the American people and \u200cupholds the principles of democracy and good governance.<\/p>\n<p>In response to Psaki&#8217;s critique, Johnson&#8217;s office issued a statement\u2062 dismissing \u200bher comments as baseless and politically motivated. They emphasized\u2062 Johnson&#8217;s commitment to serving his constituents\u2063 and his dedication to advancing conservative principles in Congress.<\/p>\n<p>The \u200bclash between Psaki and Johnson\u200b highlights the current polarization \u2063within \u2064American politics\u200b and the\u200c challenges faced by \u2063leaders attempting to bridge this divide. As the nation\u200b navigates through significant policy debates and political transitions, it is important to critically evaluate the\u2063 qualifications\u2064 and track records of elected officials. The role\u2064 of the House Speaker \u200ccarries immense influence and\u200c responsibility, making it \u2063crucial for individuals like Psaki to voice their concerns and hold leaders accountable.<\/p>\n<p>As the country moves forward, it remains to be seen how Johnson will navigate his new\u200d role and address the concerns raised by Psaki\u2064 and others. \u2062Ultimately, his actions as House Speaker will determine if Psaki&#8217;s critique was justified or merely a reflection \u2063of political disagreements. Regardless, it \u2062is essential for the American people to remain vigilant and engaged in the\u2062 democratic process,\u2064 ensuring that their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-unpunished-st-junipero-vandals-are-americas-communist-blue-guards\/\" title=\"America's Communist 'Blue Guards' fail to punish St. Junipero Vandals.\">elected officials uphold<\/a> the values and\u2064 principles that are fundamental \u2063to a thriving democracy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), labeling him a &#8220;wolf in a suit jacket&#8221; and cautioning that he could pose a greater threat than Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH). 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