How MTG’s threats to boot Johnson could make it easier for him to cut a deal with Democrats

By Misty Severi

Published March 25, 2024 9:03am ET

If Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) moves forward with her plan to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), it could give cover to House Democrats to save him and get a major win in the process.

The threat to try and remove the speaker through a motion to vacate could make striking a deal with Democrats even easier as Johnson considers bringing a new Ukraine aid bill to the House floor after Congress returns from recess.