Former White House press secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki has zeroed in on the new Republican Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, labeling him a “religious fundamentalist” on her show, “Inside with Jen Psaki.”
While Psaki initially gave Johnson some credit for his moderate stance and past bipartisan efforts, she took a sharp turn after airing a clip in which Johnson described himself as a “Bible-believing Christian.”
In the clip, Johnson explained his perspective by saying, “Well, go pick up a Bible off your shelf and read it. That’s my worldview.”
Responding to Johnson’s remarks, Psaki was blunt: “You heard that right. The Bible doesn’t just inform his worldview, it is his worldview.”
Psaki’s criticism of Johnson extended into a written piece for MSNBC where she warned her audience about the new Speaker’s religious beliefs.
Stating, “It’s not just his political ideology that should scare us. Johnson is basically a Christian fundamentalist.”
Since stepping into his role as Speaker of the House, Johnson has provoked mixed reactions from the public for blending his religious convictions into his political responsibilities.
On X, the social media platform once known as Twitter, conservatives have cheered Johnson for proudly displaying his Christian faith.
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On the flip side, some liberals accuse him of going against both the U.S. Constitution and the New Testament by invoking God within the halls of Congress.
Speaking to Congress after his election, Johnson was open about his beliefs.
He said, “I don’t believe there are any coincidences in a matter like this. I believe that Scripture and the Bible is very clear that God is the one that raises up those in authority. He raised up each of you, all of us.”
Johnson further elaborated, “I believe that each one of us has a huge responsibility today to use the gifts that God has given us to serve the extraordinary people of this great country and they deserve it.”
The election of Johnson as Speaker of the House has ignited a heated conversation about the intersection of religion and politics in America.
Johnson’s unabashed blending of his Christian faith with his leadership role has set the stage for a close watch on how much his religious convictions will steer his political actions.
As Johnson takes up the gavel, the debate over the role of religion in public life is poised to reach new heights, reflecting wider discussions in the American social fabric.
