House Speaker Johnson Faces Backlash From Republicans Over Defense Bill Compromises
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House Speaker Mike Johnson facing criticism from hardline Republicans over recent bills passed, including the defense funding bill.
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The NDAA defense bill was a scaled-back version of what passed the House and didn't include some culture war issues Republicans wanted.
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Some Republicans unhappy with Johnson negotiating NDAA bill with Democrats and claim he's following Boehner's playbook.
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Johnson's position as Speaker is tenuous due to GOP's slim majority and rule allowing just 1 lawmaker to call for his removal.
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Johnson's fate as Speaker could depend on 2024 election results and whether Republicans expand their majority.