Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House from California, expressed her support for efforts by Democrats to maintain Speaker Mike Johnson in his position. Pelosi voiced her backing for House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries’s plan to keep Johnson as the Speaker, emphasizing the importance of upholding the integrity of the House of Representatives. This comes as Speaker Johnson faces a motion from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to remove him, with support from Reps. Thomas Massie and Paul Gosar. Johnson’s actions, including blocking appropriations bills and passing controversial legislation, have raised concerns among some Republicans. Jeffries argues that Democrats are the ones in power, not Johnson and the Republicans who gained control in the 2022 midterm elections. Despite being in the minority, Jeffries points out that Democrats have effectively governed as if they were the majority due to their ability to provide the necessary votes. Greene raised questions about the Democrats’ support for Johnson, given Pelosi’s seal of approval, leading to speculation about potential deals or agreements.
