, resurrecting warnings from previous legislative sessions that he could be a stronger enforcer of legislative rules — and as a result, put Democrats at a disadvantage.
Democrats have been quick to make Speaker Johnson a boogeyman, warning that his history of enforcing rules strictly and resisting efforts by Democrats to push their agenda could put them at a disadvantage. Democrats fear that Johnson will use his power to block their efforts and limit their ability to exercise their power in the legislature. However, they are hopeful that Johnson will respect the process and be an impartial arbiter of the chamber.