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Greene Moves to Oust Speaker Johnson Ahead of Retirement

12/13/2025

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene seeks Republican backing to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson before her January retirement, needing nine votes to trigger a motion to vacate.
Democrats are expected to oppose the move.
Greene criticizes Johnson for sidelining women and failing to advance key legislation, including her gender-affirming care bill.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has expressed dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership.

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene seeks Republican backing to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson before her January retirement, needing nine votes to trigger a motion to vacate.
Democrats are expected to oppose the move.
Greene criticizes Johnson for sidelining women and failing to advance key legislation, including her gender-affirming care bill.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has expressed dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership.