House Rules and Power Struggles in Congress

Rep. Thomas Massie alleges Speaker Mike Johnson is leveraging power to change House rules to maintain authority, implying presidential aspirations. Johnson considers raising threshold on motion to vacate in foreign aid funding rule. Three conservatives appointed by McCarthy block Johnson's border bill, demanding action on border before foreign aid consideration.

Government Funding Plan

Speaker Mike Johnson passed a $1.2 trillion government funding plan despite objections from House Republicans, violating the Hastert Rule. A potential revolt looms against Johnson for future bills.