Turner Ousted from House Intel Chair for Crawford

House Speaker Mike Johnson has removed Rep. Mike Turner from his position as chair of the House Intelligence Committee, sparking backlash and controversy. Johnson claims the decision was part of a broader effort to bring fresh leadership to key positions, not influenced by President-elect Donald Trump. Critics and some reports suggest the move aligns with Trump's policies, particularly concerning U.S. aid to Ukraine, a stance Turner supported. Johnson intends to replace Turner with Rep. Rick Crawford, noted for his closer alignment with 'America First' policies and skepticism towards Ukraine aid. The removal has drawn criticism from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, with accusations that it undermines national security interests and caters to Trump's agenda. Turner's removal, seen as a shift towards a more Trump-aligned foreign policy, has been described as potentially benefiting adversaries like Russia and China.