Posted 4/15/2024, 12:36:00 AM
Rand Paul Slams Mike Johnson Over Controversial Vote Against FISA Amendment, Highlighting Rising GOP Dissent
- Rand Paul blasted Mike Johnson for going against FISA amendment, saying he "hasn't held his ground" and there's not much difference between him and Democrats
- Amendment would have required warrant for spying on Americans, but was tanked by Johnson's tie-breaking vote against it
- Vote upset conservative Republicans, adding to dissent against Johnson's leadership
- Hardliners like Matt Gaetz threaten to campaign against Republicans who voted down the amendment
- Despite Trump endorsement, vote shows rising opposition to Johnson even from within his party