In a surprising turn of events, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s bid to remove Speaker Mike Johnson from his position was ultimately shut down by the House of Representatives. The motion was defeated in a resounding vote of 359-43, allowing Mr. Johnson to continue leading the House.
Despite Ms. Greene’s allies showing excitement as she introduced the motion, the majority of both Democrats and Republicans pushed back against her efforts. Florida Republican Representative Carlos Giménez even went as far as to criticize Ms. Greene, calling her an “idiot” who was seeking attention.
Ms. Greene had publicly vowed to file the motion for the past week and had even met with the speaker twice before doing so. However, moments after she finished speaking, the motion was swiftly defeated, with Mr. Johnson expressing gratitude for the support.
The decision to save Mr. Johnson was supported by members from both parties, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasizing the importance of common sense in Washington. Even former President Donald Trump came out against the motion, with only eleven GOP representatives voting in favor of removing Mr. Johnson.
Ms. Greene had previously criticized Mr. Johnson for his work with Democrats and for passing foreign aid bills, which ultimately led to her decision to file the motion. However, Democrats and Republicans alike criticized the motion as a mere gimmick, with concerns that it would only serve to sow discord and ultimately fail.
Overall, Ms. Greene’s failed attempt to remove Speaker Johnson highlights the divide within the House and showcases the challenges of bipartisan cooperation in Washington. It seems that for now, Mr. Johnson will remain in his position as Speaker.
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