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Democrats Vow to Block Marjorie Taylor Greene's Motion to Oust Speaker Mike Johnson

House Democrats have pledged to save Speaker Mike Johnson from a potential ouster, effectively neutralizing efforts by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and a small faction of hard-right Republicans.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks with members of the media following passage of a series of foreign aide bills at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on April 20, 2024 . The House passed a $95 billion foreign aid package today for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. (Photo by Nathan Howard/Getty Images)
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene gaggles with reporters on the steps of the House of Representatives at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on April 18, 2024. Two days later, Speaker Mike Johnson pushed through aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan over the objections of Greene and others on the right-flank of the party.

Overview

  • House Democrats announced they will vote to table Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate, ensuring Speaker Mike Johnson's position is secure.
  • Despite support from a few hard-right Republicans, Greene's motion lacks the necessary votes, with even some GOP members opposing the move.
  • Speaker Johnson has faced criticism from within his party for bipartisan efforts on foreign aid and government spending.
  • The motion to vacate was seen as a threat to Johnson's leadership, but with Democratic support, his removal now appears unlikely.
  • This development marks a significant defeat for Greene and her supporters, who have criticized Johnson's bipartisan approach.