Washington, D. C.
The Capitol is buzzing tonight with whispers of a potential Republican civil war, as multiple sources claim Rep.
Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) is quietly organizing an effort to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson before the end of the month.
According to insiders familiar with the situation, Greene has been holding closed-door conversations with a small but vocal group of hardline conservatives frustrated by what they describe as Johnson’s “weak leadership” and “failure to fight the Biden agenda.”
While no formal challenge has been announced, staffers describe the mood inside the House GOP as “tense” and “borderline mutinous.”
One aide close to the Freedom Caucus told reporters, “It’s not a question of if – it’s when.”
The Breaking Point
Greene’s rumored revolt reportedly stems from Johnson’s willingness to negotiate with Democrats on the recent government funding bill a move that infuriated the party’s right flank.
Sources say Greene views Johnson’s dealmaking as a betrayal of the conservative principles he promised to uphold when he first took the gavel.
“Mike Johnson campaigned as a man of conviction,” Greene allegedly told allies during a private meeting, according to one Hill staffer.
“Now he’s governing like a man afraid of CNN.”
Her allies argue that Johnson’s approach to spending, border policy, and Ukraine aid has drifted too far toward compromise, and that the base has lost confidence in his leadership.
History Repeating Itself?
If true, Greene’s maneuver could throw the House back into the same political chaos that paralyzed Washington earlier this year, when Kevin McCarthy was ousted after just nine months as Speaker.
That historic ouster led by Rep. Matt Gaetz left the GOP fractured and leaderless for weeks.
Now, party veterans fear the same cycle could be repeating itself.
“It would be political suicide to go through that again,” said one Republican strategist. “But Marjorie doesn’t care about optics.
She cares about loyalty and she thinks Johnson’s lost hers.”
Johnson’s Response
So far, Speaker Johnson has not directly addressed the rumors.
However, aides close to him have dismissed the talk as “baseless gossip,” insisting that he remains focused on governing and unifying the conference.
Behind the scenes, though, the Speaker’s team is reportedly reaching out to key members in an effort to shore up support before any formal challenge gains traction.
Several establishment Republicans – including senior committee chairs have already pledged to back Johnson if a vote is called.
“He’s done a steady job under impossible conditions,” one ally said.
“Anyone who tries to take him down right now is just helping the Democrats.”
Greene’s Silence – and Strategy
Interestingly, Greene herself has not publicly confirmed or denied the rebellion rumors.
Her recent social media activity, however, has fueled speculation.
In the past 24 hours, she’s posted several cryptic messages criticizing “weak leadership,” “fake conservatives,” and “cowards who cave under pressure.”
Her latest post simply read:
“If you don’t fight for the people who sent you here, maybe you shouldn’t be here at all.”
That message, retweeted thousands of times within hours, was interpreted by many as a veiled shot at Johnson.
Divided GOP, Uncertain Future
Within the Republican conference, reactions are mixed.
Some hardliners have quietly voiced support for Greene’s frustration, while moderates warn that another Speaker fight could cripple the party’s credibility heading into the 2026 midterms.
“If this happens again, voters are going to punish us,” said one GOP lawmaker.
“People are tired of the circus.”
Still, Greene’s influence within the populist wing of the party remains undeniable.
Her ability to rally grassroots anger – particularly among MAGA-aligned voters gives her significant leverage, even without official backing from leadership.
Political analysts say the next few days will be crucial.
If Greene secures the support of even a handful of conservative Republicans, she could force a motion to vacate, triggering the same chaotic process that brought down McCarthy.
What Comes Next
For now, the rebellion remains in rumor territory – but in Washington, that’s often where revolutions begin.
As one longtime Hill observer put it:
“Marjorie Taylor Greene doesn’t start fires she doesn’t intend to watch burn.
If she’s moving against Johnson, it’s already too late to stop it quietly.”
With tensions rising, Speaker Johnson faces the greatest test of his young speakership – and perhaps the question that could define his political career:
Can he unite his fractured party before it turns on him completely?
Developing story. Updates expected as details emerge from inside the Capitol.