Republican Women in Congress Turn on Speaker Johnson Over Policy Disagreements

House Speaker Mike Johnson has faced growing criticism from Republican women in Congress, who accuse him of undermining their efforts and failing to deliver on key policy initiatives. According to multiple sources, a significant number of high-profile congresswomen have expressed dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership, with some even choosing to retire from their positions. The frustration stems from Johnson's perceived lack of support for women-led legislation, particularly in areas such as reproductive rights and equal pay. Several congresswomen have publicly criticized Johnson's approach, citing instances where he allegedly undercut their efforts and ignored their concerns. "We've been trying to get things done, but it's like he's not interested in working with us," said one congresswoman, who wished to remain anonymous. "It's like he's more concerned with pleasing his male colleagues than actually getting results." Johnson's leadership style has also been criticized for being too top-down, with some accusing him of not listening to the concerns of his female colleagues. "I think he's got a very narrow view of what's important, and it's not always aligned with the priorities of women in the House," said Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY), a vocal critic of Johnson's leadership. "We need a speaker who is willing to listen and work with us to get things done, not just dictate what's going to happen." Despite Johnson's efforts to maintain the support of his male colleagues, including former President Donald Trump, the criticism from Republican women in Congress is unlikely to go away anytime soon. In fact, several high-profile retirements have been linked to Johnson's leadership, with some speculating that he may face a challenge for the speakership in the future. Johnson's office has declined to comment on the criticism, but sources close to the speaker suggest that he is aware of the growing discontent among his female colleagues and is working to address their concerns. However, it remains to be seen whether Johnson can effectively turn things around and regain the trust of the women in his conference. In the meantime, the tension between Johnson and his female colleagues is likely to continue, with some predicting that it could have significant implications for the Republican Party's ability to pass key legislation in the coming months. As one congresswoman noted, "We need a speaker who is willing to work with us, not against us. If we can't get that, then we're going to have a hard time getting anything done."