At AmericaFest, a poll of grassroots conservatives revealed strong support for President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policies but overwhelming dissatisfaction with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Nearly 59% of attendees stated Johnson should not remain Speaker, signaling growing unrest within the Republican base.
The next step is to remove Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. You cannot have a presidential water boy as a Speaker. Totally goes against the constitutional Separation of Powers
— ThisThatOther2 (@ThisThatOther2) December 28, 2024
The survey, conducted during the Turning Point USA event hosted by Charlie Kirk, found that just 22% of respondents approved of Johnson’s leadership. These results highlight frustration with Johnson’s performance and increasing calls for a change in House leadership.
@SpeakerJohnson should stay as speaker so it doesn't mess up Trump's inauguration. After that, then maybe look at someone else.
AmericaFest Poll: Majority Say Mike Johnson Should Not Remain Speaker of the Househttps://t.co/8Sinvu408E
— Candy K. ❤😉😁 (@angelcandy54) December 28, 2024
Respondents were united in prioritizing Trump’s immigration agenda. A significant 63% said Trump’s top priority should be securing the border and deporting illegal immigrants. Other issues, such as pardoning Jan. 6 participants and addressing the national debt, were deemed less pressing.
Remove Mike Johnson from speaker of the house! He's a flicking RINO!
— antiwef (@antiwef2024) December 28, 2024
Trump’s Cabinet nominations also drew high praise, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the top pick for Health and Human Services Secretary, earning 35% support. Kash Patel, nominated for FBI Director, followed closely with 31%.
Rasmussen Poll: Voters Down on Speaker Johnson https://t.co/03NvXSqZrw Republicans better follow President Trump's lead or they'll squander the power as they did in 2016! VOTE OUT EVERY RINO!
— Lorie1917 (@Lorie1918) December 27, 2024
Kirk shared the results on X, noting that 71% of respondents support primary challenges against Republican lawmakers who oppose Trump’s Cabinet picks. This sentiment aligns with the dissatisfaction surrounding Johnson’s leadership, as attendees demand stronger alignment with Trump’s agenda.
I agree with this! GOP lawmakers need to take note of what voters think and work with Trump this term. 🇺🇸
Conservatives love RFK Jr. and Trump's deportation plan but want Mike Johnson out as speaker, poll finds https://t.co/fVEzDU4jkm
— VW Trabi (@VwTrabi) December 28, 2024
As the 2028 Republican field emerges, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) is the clear favorite, securing 59% support among attendees. These results underline the growing influence of grassroots conservatives in shaping the party’s future.
Remove. Johnson said he is going to support Ukraine war funds even at the cost of losing speaker of the house…….Bye/Bye!!!
— John H West (@johnwest53894) December 28, 2024
