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House Speaker’s Leadership Challenged
The failure of the spending bill has cast doubt on House Speaker Mike Johnson’s leadership. Senator Rand Paul has suggested Elon Musk, a vocal critic of government waste, as a potential replacement for Johnson.
Musk’s Call for Accountability
Musk has criticized the spending bill, calling for lawmakers who support it to be voted out. President-elect Trump has also opposed the bill.
Johnson’s Uncertain Future
With Republicans holding a slim majority in the House, Johnson’s position is not guaranteed. Several Republican lawmakers have expressed opposition to him, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, who supports Musk’s potential candidacy.
Other Critics Weigh In
Senator Josh Hawley has also criticized Johnson’s handling of the spending bill, calling it “total incompetence.” Hawley believes that Congress should reconsider its leadership.
Democrats Unlikely to Support Johnson
Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has indicated that no Democrats will support Johnson’s bill. With Republican support uncertain, Johnson may face an uphill battle in retaining his position.