Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) decided not to reappoint Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) as chair of the House Intelligence Committee, a role Turner held since 2022.

The move came after complaints from the Freedom Caucus and MAGA-aligned members of the party, with some attributing the decision to pressure from Mar-a-Lago.

Johnson described the change as a need for a “fresh start” for the committee, despite praising Turner’s performance.

Turner, who has been a strong supporter of Ukraine aid and surveillance powers, will no longer be on the committee due to House rules limiting service to eight years.

His removal follows controversy over a national security warning he issued in early 2024.

Turner expressed pride in his leadership of the committee and its focus on national security, The Hill has reported.

The new chair will be announced on Thursday, with Rep. Rick Crawford (R-Ark.) speculated as a possible replacement.

Written by B.C. Begley