Grassroots conservatives at AmericaFest, a major Republican gathering hosted by Turning Point USA’s Charlie Kirk, voiced strong support for President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policies but expressed clear dissatisfaction with Speaker Mike Johnson. Nearly 59% of respondents said Johnson should be replaced, with only 22% approving of his performance.

The next step is to remove Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. You cannot have a presidential water boy as a Speaker. Totally goes against the constitutional Separation of Powers

— ThisThatOther2 (@ThisThatOther2) December 28, 2024

The survey results indicate significant discontent with Johnson’s leadership, particularly among attendees who strongly support Trump’s agenda. Respondents overwhelmingly prioritized border security and deportations as Trump’s most pressing task, with 63% identifying immigration as the top issue for his administration.

@SpeakerJohnson should stay as speaker so it doesn't mess up Trump's inauguration. After that, then maybe look at someone else.

AmericaFest Poll: Majority Say Mike Johnson Should Not Remain Speaker of the Househttps://t.co/8Sinvu408E

— Candy K. ❤😉😁 (@angelcandy54) December 28, 2024

Attendees also showed enthusiasm for Trump’s Cabinet picks, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading as the favorite for Health and Human Services Secretary at 35%. Kash Patel followed with 31% support for his nomination as FBI Director.

Remove Mike Johnson from speaker of the house! He's a flicking RINO!

— antiwef (@antiwef2024) December 28, 2024

Kirk shared the poll on X, emphasizing that 71% of attendees support primary challenges against Republican lawmakers who oppose Trump’s Cabinet nominees. This sentiment reflects broader dissatisfaction with Republican leadership, including Johnson.

Rasmussen Poll: Voters Down on Speaker Johnson https://t.co/03NvXSqZrw Republicans better follow President Trump's lead or they'll squander the power as they did in 2016! VOTE OUT EVERY RINO!

— Lorie1917 (@Lorie1918) December 27, 2024

In addition to immigration, the poll revealed strong grassroots support for holding Anthony Fauci accountable, with over 90% backing his indictment for alleged involvement in Covid-19 research funding.

I agree with this! GOP lawmakers need to take note of what voters think and work with Trump this term. 🇺🇸

Conservatives love RFK Jr. and Trump's deportation plan but want Mike Johnson out as speaker, poll finds https://t.co/fVEzDU4jkm

— VW Trabi (@VwTrabi) December 28, 2024

These results highlight a growing divide within the GOP, as conservatives call for leadership more aligned with Trump’s priorities.

Remove. Johnson said he is going to support Ukraine war funds even at the cost of losing speaker of the house…….Bye/Bye!!!

— John H West (@johnwest53894) December 28, 2024