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Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Imminent Ouster Vote Amid Partisan Tensions

House Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership is under threat as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes for a vote to oust him, with Democratic support crucial to his survival.

  • Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene plans to force a vote next week to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson, citing his bipartisan cooperation on key issues.
  • Democratic leaders have pledged to defend Johnson, viewing the move as a stabilizing act against GOP internal conflicts.
  • Only a few Republicans, including Thomas Massie and Paul Gosar, have publicly supported Greene's motion.
  • Former President Trump and other senior Republicans have endorsed Johnson, complicating the dynamics within the GOP.
  • The outcome of the vote could significantly impact the Republican party's unity and positioning ahead of upcoming elections.
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