Senate Republicans are expressing concern over the possibility of House conservatives attempting to oust Speaker Mike Johnson for a second time in six months.

They fear a repeat of the chaos that paralyzed Washington for weeks when former Speaker Kevin McCarthy was removed.

Some Republicans are experiencing a sense of déjà vu from the previous episode, which disrupted planned legislative work, including government funding.

Johnson’s handling of government funding and his plan to advance a Ukraine aid bill have drawn criticism from hardline conservatives like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Although Greene has not initiated a vote to remove Johnson, some believe it’s inevitable, The Hill has reported.

This situation has put Johnson in a difficult position, given his slim margin for error and reliance on Democrats to pass key legislation.

Senate Republicans believe Democrats could help save Johnson’s speakership to avoid further disruption in Congress.

However, some Democrats are willing to support Johnson only if he advances a Ukraine aid bill likely to provoke Greene’s opposition.

Written by B.C. Begley