Speaker Johnson's Intelligence Committee Picks Stir GOP Controversy
House Republicans express concerns over the appointment of Trump allies Scott Perry and Ronny Jackson to the Intelligence Committee.
- Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to appoint Scott Perry and Ronny Jackson to the House Intelligence Committee has upset several GOP members.
- Perry's involvement in the January 6 investigation and Jackson's past conduct as White House physician raise credibility concerns.
- House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner defends the appointments, citing their military experience and previous access to classified information.
- Johnson's appointments reportedly followed a recommendation from former President Donald Trump.
- The move has intensified internal GOP divisions, with some members fearing it could politicize the committee's work.