House Republicans were taken aback by GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's unexpected decision to trigger her motion to vacate against House Speaker Mike Johnson, according to multiple Republican sources.
The move caught House GOP leadership off guard, as they did not anticipate Greene's actions following two reportedly productive meetings between Johnson and Greene. The sources revealed that they believed there was more time before any further steps would be taken.
Expressing his surprise, GOP Rep. Austin Scott of Georgia stated, 'I was shocked' at the turn of events.
Greene's motion to vacate against House Speaker Mike Johnson has stirred speculation and uncertainty within the Republican Party, as members grapple with the implications of this unexpected development.
The fallout from Greene's decision is likely to impact the dynamics within the House GOP and could potentially lead to further divisions or shifts in leadership.
As the situation continues to unfold, House Republicans are facing a new challenge in navigating the aftermath of Greene's motion and its potential repercussions on the party's internal dynamics and future direction.
