House Speaker Calls on Republicans to Unite Amid Intraparty Campaign Struggles House Speaker Mike Johnson is urging GOP leaders to put an end to divisive campaigns within the party that are causing internal strife and hindering their collective goals.
Johnson specifically called out party members who are undermining fellow Republicans in primary races across several states, which has sparked discord within the GOP. Despite Johnson’s appeals for unity, some members like Representative Matt Gaetz are pressing on with their campaigns against incumbents they believe are not conservative enough.
This infighting comes at a crucial time for the GOP, as they aim to maintain their slim majority in the House. In South Carolina, tensions are high as Representative William Timmons faces challenges from more right-leaning factions within the party.
Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise have emphasized the importance of cohesion during this time, especially as the party grapples with endorsing candidates like Representative Tony Gonzales, who is facing backlash from hardline party members.
The upcoming primaries are shaping up to be a litmus test for the GOP’s ability to bridge internal divides and focus on their broader objective of retaining power and contesting Democratic opponents.
