Conservatives Call For Speaker Johnson’s Removal In AmericaFest Poll
Speaker Mike Johnson’s leadership has come under fire, with grassroots conservatives at AmericaFest calling for his removal. A poll conducted during the Turning Point USA event found that 59% of attendees believe Johnson should not remain Speaker, with only 22% approving of his performance.
https://x.com/ThisThatOther2/status/1873014437814387191
The dissatisfaction comes amid overwhelming support for President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda. A significant 63% of respondents said Trump’s top priority should be securing the border and deporting illegal immigrants. Immigration far outweighed other concerns such as pardoning Jan. 6 participants or addressing the national debt.
https://x.com/angelcandy54/status/1873039382049091967
Trump’s Cabinet nominees received widespread praise, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading as the favorite for Health and Human Services Secretary at 35%. Kash Patel followed closely with 31% support for his FBI Director nomination.
https://x.com/antiwef2024/status/1872914441358196931
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, shared the poll results on X, highlighting strong grassroots backing for Trump’s picks and priorities. He noted that 71% of respondents support primary challenges against Republican lawmakers who oppose Trump’s Cabinet appointments.
https://x.com/Lorie1918/status/1872748673840685225
The results also showed strong opinions on accountability, with over 90% supporting the indictment of Anthony Fauci for his alleged involvement in funding Covid-19 research in China.
https://x.com/VwTrabi/status/1873025515625562522
The poll reflects mounting frustration with GOP leadership, as conservatives push for leaders more aligned with Trump’s vision.
https://x.com/johnwest53894/status/1872808850702909854