Democrats ensured Speaker Mike Johnson remains in his position despite a motion to vacate him by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Majority Leader Steve Scalise immediately moved to table the motion, resulting in a final vote tally of 359-43. Eleven GOP members, including Rep. Thomas Massie, voted against tabling the motion.
Key Points
Democrats saved Speaker Mike Johnson from being ousted
Majority Leader Steve Scalise moved to table the motion immediately
Eleven GOP members voted against tabling the motion
Pros
Democrats successfully kept Speaker Mike Johnson in his position
Efforts to oust Johnson were blocked by a vote of 359-43
Cons
Republicans, including some GOP members, were divided on the issue