According to sources familiar with the matter, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to oust Mike Johnson from the speakership amidst discontent over the government funding bill.
The House is required to consider Greene's motion within two legislative days after she is recognized. The chamber is set to recess for two weeks starting Friday afternoon.
When asked for a reaction, Johnson did not respond and dismissed the question with a wave.
Following the filing of the motion, Greene was surrounded by her Republican colleagues. Sources close to the conversations revealed that several GOP lawmakers were attempting to dissuade the Georgia Republican from proceeding with the motion. GOP Reps. Barry Loudermilk and Kat Cammack were seen engaged in a lengthy discussion with Greene.
One of the arguments presented to Greene by her Republican colleagues is the potential scenario where House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries could inadvertently become the speaker if she proceeds with the motion, as reported by a source who witnessed the conversations.
