Republican Women in Congress Speak Out Against House Speaker Mike Johnson's Leadership

House Speaker Mike Johnson has faced growing criticism from Republican women in Congress, who have expressed frustration with his leadership style and decision-making process. According to multiple sources, several high-profile congresswomen have publicly spoken out against Johnson, accusing him of undermining their efforts and failing to effectively represent their interests. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), a prominent member of the House Republican Conference, has been vocal about her dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership. "We need to be able to work together as a team to get things done, and that's not happening right now," Stefanik said in a recent interview. "I think we need to take a step back and assess what's working and what's not, and make some changes to get us back on track." Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has also spoken out against Johnson, citing his handling of a recent bill that aimed to address issues related to women's health. "I was disappointed in the way the Speaker handled that bill," Mace said. "It was a missed opportunity to work together and get something done that would have benefited women across the country." The tensions between Johnson and the Republican women in Congress have been building for months, with some attributing the growing frustration to the Speaker's close ties to former President Donald Trump. "The Speaker's relationship with the former President has created a lot of tension within the conference," said a Republican aide, who spoke on condition of anonymity. "Some members feel like he's more focused on pleasing Trump than on doing what's best for the country." Despite the criticism, Johnson remains a popular figure within the Republican Party, and his leadership has been endorsed by many of his colleagues. However, the growing dissent among Republican women in Congress may pose a challenge to his ability to effectively lead the party. In recent weeks, several Republican women have announced their decision to retire from Congress, citing frustration with the party's leadership and the lack of progress on key issues. The departures have been seen as a blow to the party's efforts to maintain its majority in the House, and have raised questions about the future of the Republican Party. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Johnson will be able to address the concerns of the Republican women in Congress and restore unity within the party.