'We are gaslit by our own': Internet rallies behind Trump Jr after he mocks Mike Johnson's statement on Putin's threat

WASHINGTON, DC: Tensions within the Republican Party reached a boiling point on Friday, April 19, as Donald Trump Jr ignited a firestorm of outrage against House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) for advancing a bipartisan foreign aid package to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

In a scathing social media post, the former President's son accused Johnson of betraying promises to secure the US border first, sharing a mocking video clip that juxtaposed the Speaker's statements on border security with his support for the aid package, as per Mediaite.

Donald Trump Jr lambasts Mike Johnson for prioritizing foreign aid over border security 

The package, approved by the House with a vote of 316 to 94, garnered more support from Democrats than Republicans and has faced strong opposition from those aligned with the America First stance of former President Donald Trump regarding foreign aid.

Trump has vocally opposed additional aid to Ukraine, and several of his allies in the House, aligned with the MAGA movement, have threatened consequences for Speaker Johnson if the aid bill goes through.

"Enough already! If you ever even begin to start believing anything anyone in Republican leadership tells you, just watch this. Pay close attention to those that don't seem bothered by this. They're not our friends," Trump Jr wrote on X.

"How can we be engaged in securing the border of foreign countries if we can't secure our own?... It's past time to secure the border," Johnson is shown saying, followed by him stating, "We know the urgency in Ukraine that we're going to stand for freedom and make sure that Vladimir Putin doesn't march through Europe."

While the GOP has insisted on prioritizing border security before allocating additional foreign aid, the majority of Republicans remain strongly opposed to Putin and his potential invasion of other European nations.

Internet rallies behind Trump Jr as he criticizes Mike Johnson

The internet was swift to rally behind Trump Jr, with a wave of outrage directed at Speaker Johnson.

One X user minced no words, declaring, "Mike Johnson is a dishonest, corrupted lying POS. The Uniparty is ruining our country."

Another user echoed similar sentiments, stating, "He lied to us from day one when he held the gavel in his hand."

A user also criticized Johnson's priorities, stating, "Johnson pledged that America's border security would come first. Predictably, he lied, and now he's putting America last and foreign aid first. Despicable."

Another individual dismissed Johnson, writing, "Johnson is a clown."

Another user stated, "We are gaslit by our own………."

A user urged, "Vacate the chair!!! Stop funding other countries and secure our border."

One more user remarked, "Johnson is the very definition of RINO and swamp monster."

Lastly, a user summarized the sentiment, branding Johnson as "Worst speaker EVER."

 

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