This is so terrifying.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., recently revealed an alarming encounter with President Biden that casts serious doubts on the president’s grasp of key policy decisions. Speaking to Bari Weiss on her podcast, Honestly for The Free Press, Johnson recounted a meeting from early 2024 that left him deeply concerned about the leadership of the current administration.
According to Johnson, he had been trying to schedule a meeting with Biden to address growing national concerns, including the administration’s controversial energy policies. After months of delays, Biden’s team finally agreed to a meeting in the Oval Office. However, what Johnson expected to be a straightforward conversation quickly turned into an ambush. He entered the room to find not just Biden but also Vice President Kamala Harris, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and even the CIA Director—an unusual group for what was supposed to be a one-on-one discussion.
During the meeting, Johnson brought up a critical issue: Biden’s executive order to pause the export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Europe. The Speaker, representing Louisiana’s energy interests, pressed Biden on why the administration had taken this step, especially given the importance of LNG for U.S. allies in Europe and its strategic role in countering Russia’s influence. Johnson recalled asking, “Why would you do that? You know you’re helping fuel Vladimir Putin’s war machine by cutting off LNG supplies to our allies.”
To Johnson’s astonishment, Biden denied even signing such an executive order. When the Speaker reminded him of the action taken just weeks earlier, Biden appeared confused, saying, “I didn’t do that.” Johnson, alarmed by the president’s lack of awareness, pushed for clarity, suggesting that Biden’s staff print out a copy of the executive order so they could review it together. It was a telling moment—one that left Johnson questioning who, exactly, was in charge of the country.
The consequences of Biden’s decision to restrict LNG exports are profound. According to a report from the National Association of Manufacturers, this pause could cost the U.S. economy between $122 billion and $215 billion by 2044, while jeopardizing nearly 1 million jobs and putting billions in tax revenues at risk. As Biden’s energy policies continue to harm American interests, many Republicans, including Johnson, are calling for a return to policies that prioritize American energy independence and strengthen our alliances, especially in Europe.
With Biden’s lack of clarity and accountability on such a crucial issue, it’s clear that American leadership is faltering. As the country faces multiple crises, one thing is certain: we need a leader who understands the stakes and can take decisive action to secure our future. Republicans, like Speaker Johnson, are ready to step up and restore America’s position as a global energy leader.