A Brewing Revolt

Can Mike Johnson survive as Speaker? [For the best experience, read in browser.]( April 1, 2024 Good morning. Mike Johnson's position as Speaker of the House hangs in the balance — [we've got the latest.]( Then, we're spilling [the inside story behind a headline-grabbing moment]( you probably remember. Later on, we've got a fascinating look at [the new A.I. to watch out for]( and [a menopause change that doesn't get enough attention](. All that, plus [hot home decor tips](, right here!   In the News [ep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) speaks to reporters outside of the U.S. Capitol Building]( Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been leading the charge to oust Johnson. (Getty Images) A Brewing Revolt House Speaker Mike Johnson is having a very stressful time. He riled the conservative flank of his party by supporting last month's bipartisan spending deal, and now, he's facing an official motion to vacate his seat. Here's the latest. Making moves: GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion for Johnson to vacate his seat before the recess break. She was acting in response to him putting a bipartisan spending deal on the House floor — and though she's yet to push for a vote on the issue, the threat hangs over Johnson's head. Johnson's response: Johnson addressed the situation publicly for the first time yesterday, calling it a “distraction from our mission." He described Greene as a "friend," and said they plan to meet in the next few days. Johnson's also reportedly conferred with GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, who led the charge to oust the last Speaker, Kevin McCarthy. What's next? Johnson's walking a tightrope, with a very narrow GOP majority in the House, and another highly contentious policy issue on the horizon: funding for Ukraine. We've got more on that — and [how Gaetz thinks Johnson should handle it if he wants to survive as Speaker]( — here. 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