Republican Florida Representatives Anna Paulina Luna and Matt Gaetz have expressed their opposition to the idea of removing Speaker Mike Johnson from his position. Luna emphasized the potential risks associated with such a move, stating that it could lead to resignations within the House. She highlighted her respect for her colleagues while maintaining that the timing may not be appropriate for such actions.
Similarly, Gaetz dismissed the notion of initiating a motion to vacate, a procedural tool rarely used to oust the House speaker. When asked about the possibility of Johnson losing his job over the foreign aid package issue, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise expressed confidence in Johnson's position. Scalise indicated that he does not foresee Johnson being removed from his role due to the recent developments.
Scalise's stance on the matter was clear when he responded negatively to inquiries about the likelihood of a motion to vacate being introduced. His remarks suggest a unified front among Republican lawmakers in support of Speaker Johnson, despite the challenges and controversies surrounding the foreign aid package decision.
