Democrats Join Republicans to Block Greene’s Bid to Oust Speaker Johnson

The House overwhelmingly voted to shelve Ms. Greene’s motion to vacate in a 359-43 vote.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) speaks to the media after meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) in Washington on May 6, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

The House of Representatives on May 8 overwhelmingly voted to block a measure to strip House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) of the gavel advanced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.).

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) forced a vote on a motion to vacate after meeting with the speaker twice this week to discuss her grievances and demands.