Staff Reports
House Speaker Mike Johnson was not pleased with President Joe Biden’s speech at the State of the Union, showing his disapproval by rolling his eyes on camera. Some Republicans feel that Johnson’s behavior was inappropriate, believing he is too friendly with Democrats.
Johnson later apologized for his actions when he met Biden at the Capitol Hill Friends of Ireland luncheon. He even toasted Biden as “America’s most famous Irishman,” using a glass borrowed from the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. While some may see Johnson’s gesture as respectful, others within the GOP, like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, think he is being too lenient towards the Democrats.
Greene expressed her concerns in a letter, stating that Johnson’s cooperation with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and his willingness to give Democrats what they wanted in negotiations are unacceptable. She warned that if Johnson continues on this path, it will lead to the self-destruction of the Republican Party.
It is important for Republicans to stay united and firm in their conservative values, without compromising for the sake of bipartisanship. Johnson’s behavior may seem diplomatic to some, but in the eyes of conservative lawmakers like Greene, it is seen as a betrayal to the party and its supporters. It is crucial for GOP leaders to prioritize the interests of their constituents and uphold the principles that define the party.
