On Friday, the House of Representatives passed a $1.2 trillion government funding bill with a 286-134 vote, averting a partial government shutdown. This decision comes amid intense debates within Congress, especially from further-right members demanding significant compromises from Democrats.
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, known for her conservative stance, introduced a motion to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson, criticizing the funding bill as overly favorable to Democrats. This move follows a pattern established last fall when Republicans removed Kevin McCarthy from the speakership for cooperating with Democrats on a stopgap funding measure.
The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board, a significant conservative voice, criticized Greene’s actions, labeling her approach as disruptive and lacking in strategic vision for conservative goals. The editorial highlighted the potential risks of Greene’s tactics, especially regarding U.S. military support for allies like Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Greene’s office has yet to respond to these criticisms.
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