Mike Johnson, House Speaker, did not hold back on his criticism of President Joe Biden’s term so far, calling it a “failed presidency” and stating that there is “almost no policy” he agrees with. In an interview with Sean Hannity on Thursday, Johnson delved into his first meeting with the president, the current state of America, and his plans as speaker.
Johnson described his initial meeting with Biden as “cordial and pleasant,” but quickly clarified that he does not view this administration as successful. According to Johnson, there is a lack of policy choices that he agrees with, making it difficult for him to support the president.
“I have no problem with President Biden as an individual,” stated Johnson. “You respect the office. It’s a biblical admonition that you give honor where honor is due and that’s the honest — the respect that we have for the office.” However, he made it clear that he and Biden “agree on almost no policy,” and that will be a point of contention in the future.
When asked if he could name one thing that Biden has done a “really good job on,” Johnson hesitated before saying, “I can’t.” He went on to blame the issues the country is facing on policy choices made by the Biden administration, calling it a “failed presidency.”
The House Speaker also addressed concerns about Biden’s alleged “cognitive decline,” acknowledging the reality of the situation. However, he emphasized that America cannot afford to “project weakness” on the world stage amidst challenging times. “This is a dangerous time,” stated Johnson, indicating that projecting strength and confidence is crucial for the country’s well-being.
Johnson also discussed several issues facing the country, including border control and economic stability. He expressed his plans on how to guide the House effectively as the new speaker, highlighting the importance of tackling these issues head-on.
In a scathing criticism of the president, Mike Johnson did not shy away from voicing his concerns and opinions on Biden’s performance as president so far. By labeling it a “failed presidency,” he made it clear that he does not agree with Biden’s policies and believes they have led to many of the country’s current problems
. Johnson also highlighted the urgency of projecting strength and competence in a “dangerous time” for America. With border issues, economic troubles, and other pressing matters at hand, it remains to be seen how the House, under Johnson’s guidance, will address these concerns.