House Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to remove Rep. Mike Turner as chair of the House Intelligence Committee has triggered surprise and frustration across party lines. This change has raised concerns among bipartisan lawmakers who prioritize national security, signaling a potential shift in the committee's direction.
Johnson stated, 'This is not a President Trump decision. This is a House decision... We just need fresh horses in some of these places,' emphasizing the need for change while praising Turner's past performance.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw expressed uncertainty regarding Johnson's strategy, noting the disruption within the committee created by Turner's ousting. 'We all have questions and concerns' about the decision's implications for national security.
Rep. Don Bacon mentioned that the decision to remove Turner 'divides the conference,' suggesting that most Republican members align with Turner's perspectives on critical issues like Ukraine and intelligence collection.
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