Mike Johnson sought to reassure GOP members by saying the president understands what is at stake in November and is working to keep Republicans in control of the House and Senate. When asked about Trump ousting Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie, Johnson said dissent that carves out an independent lane and undermines the agenda will not be tolerated. Trump also attacked Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, warning that voting against him does not work out well. The attacks followed Trump moves to oust two sitting GOP senators, prompting concern among some Republicans. Some lawmakers criticized the approach as focusing on loyalty rather than winning majorities, while Fitzpatrick said the attacks would not change his positions.
"Fitzpatrick told reporters Trump's attacks would have "zero" effect on his positions: "He can say what he wants. It doesn't impact me at all. It doesn't hurt my feelings." To be sure, some Republicans are openly cheering the president's bare-knuckle crackdown on "
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