In a bold move, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia has filed a motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson's office, raising the stakes within the Republican Party. The controversial congresswoman appeared on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, where she defended her actions and warned of the risks of Democrats gaining control of the majority.

Greene's motion comes in the wake of Friday's House vote on a $1.2-trillion government funding bill, narrowly averting a partial shutdown. However, funding bills such as this have become a subject of intense debate in today's polarized political landscape, with some conservatives pushing for heavy spending cuts and compromises from Democrats.

Accusing Johnson of being aligned with the rival Democratic Party, Greene labeled the funding bill as a "Democrat bill," further escalating tensions within the Republican caucus. She has been vocal about her dissatisfaction with party members stepping down early, including Rep. Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin, whom she believes should be expelled.

Speaking on Steve Bannon's podcast, Greene expressed concerns about the Republican majority being put at risk by these actions. She argued that expelling Gallagher and allowing a quick replacement through a special election would ensure that his district has a voice in Congress.

Following Friday's vote, the House will have a breakdown of 218 Republicans and 213 Democrats. Gallagher's resignation means Republicans will hold a slim four-person majority next month, leaving little room for losing votes if party lines hold. This precarious situation has potentially put Johnson's position as House Speaker on shaky ground.

When reached for comment, Johnson's office referred to a statement the Speaker made, praising Gallagher's leadership and expressing regret about his departure. The future of Johnson's leadership role remains uncertain as he considers forthcoming legislation.

Meanwhile, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene faced criticism from The Wall Street Journal's editorial board, which referred to her in a scathing op-ed as "Mayhem Taylor Greene." The editorial likened her and her further-right colleagues to climate change protestors, accusing them of lacking a coherent strategy and resorting to disruptive tactics.

During her appearance on Fox News, Greene defended her motion to vacate by asserting that Republican House candidates and former President Donald Trump's chances in the 2024 election would not be harmed. She argued that Trump's presence on the ballot would rally Republican voters and emphasized the need for fighters in the House, aligning herself with Trump's approach.

It is important to note that Greene's motion to vacate Johnson's position is unprivileged, meaning it does not automatically trigger a vote. While a vote is not expected in the near future, the resolution leaves Johnson vulnerable and adds uncertainty to his legislative agenda.

As the Republican Party grapples with internal divisions, the motion filed by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has intensified the tensions within the party and raised questions about the future leadership of the House. Only time will tell how this power struggle will unfold in the coming weeks and months.