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House Democrats weigh coming to Johnson’s side on foreign aid and speakership vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson is at risk of being ousted by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, with Democrats considering support if Johnson delivers aid for Ukraine and Israel.
Democrats are urged to withhold public statements on the matter, with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi indicating support for Johnson if the aid package passes.
Several Democrats, including Rep. Marc Veasey and Rep. Abigail Spanberger, have shown openness to voting against ejecting Johnson, depending on his handling of the foreign aid package.

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