Representative Elise Stefanik intensified her public criticism of Speaker Mike Johnson, accusing him of blocking her proposal requiring congressional notification when the FBI opens counterintelligence investigations into presidential or federal candidates. Johnson disputed the claim, saying the issue has not reached his office.
- In a post, Stefanik said Republicans “have the House, Senate, and the White House, yet the deep state is alive and well,” claiming Johnson sided with Democrats to strip her provision from the legislation.
- She argued the measure would prevent improper surveillance practices, citing Crossfire Hurricane, the Arctic Frost wiretapping investigation, and recent leaks involving Steve Witkoff.
- Stefanik said she would vote “HARD NO” unless the language is restored, despite previously backing defense and intelligence authorization bills.
- On Tuesday morning, she doubled down, saying a morning briefing “confirmed” her allegations and that the bill is “DOA” without her provision.
- Speaker Johnson pushed back, telling reporters: “All of that is false… This hasn’t even made it to my level,” adding he attempted to contact Stefanik directly.
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