Massie Declares Opposition to Mike Johnson as Speaker

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) has publicly announced his intention to vote against Mike Johnson for House Speaker, despite Donald Trump's endorsement of Johnson. Massie criticized Johnson for his collaboration with Democrats on issues such as funding for Ukraine and accused him of financial mismanagement, drawing parallels to former Speaker Paul Ryan. He warned that supporting Johnson could lead to a repeat of Ryan's tenure, which ended in Republican losses and dissatisfaction. Trump's endorsement, while significant, has not swayed Massie's position, as he believes the GOP needs stronger leadership to fulfill Trump's agenda. The vote for Speaker is scheduled for January 3, 2025, and Massie's dissent reflects broader uncertainty among Republicans regarding Johnson's leadership. With a slim majority in the House, every vote will be crucial, and Massie's stance may influence other undecided lawmakers.