House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is stepping into the spotlight as House Republicans push back against what they say is a pattern of activist judges using legal tools to block President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement powers. Johnson is now openly reminding Americans that Congress controls the structure and funding of the courts.
In a pointed message, Johnson said, “we do have authority over the federal courts, as you know. We can eliminate an entire district court. We have power, funding over the courts and all these other things.” He followed with, “desperate times call for desperate measures and Congress is going to act.”
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 26, 2025
This sharp rebuke comes as federal judges continue to issue rulings that delay or interfere with the president’s actions on deportation. The administration argues those powers fall under Article II and are further supported by the Alien Enemies Act, leaving little room for judicial interference.
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— The Blue State Refugee (@TheMigrantKing) March 26, 2025
Johnson’s comments highlight a larger Republican plan to confront what they describe as lawfare — where courts are used not for neutral interpretation but to obstruct the will of the executive branch. While some on the right have called for impeachment of judges they see as acting politically, Johnson has not endorsed that route.
Yes, Congress has the power to remove a district judge through impeachment. According to the U.S. Constitution, federal judges hold their positions during good behavior (Article III, Section 1), meaning they serve for life unless removed through impeachment. pic.twitter.com/tHW09FABp3
— M.A.G.A. (FINEST) (@NicholasFl90896) March 26, 2025
Instead, he’s signaling other options are on the table. Johnson and House Republicans are reviewing funding mechanisms and court jurisdictions. Proposals under discussion include shrinking budgets for courts deemed to be acting beyond their role or redrawing district boundaries.
Figures like Elon Musk have called for more aggressive measures, accusing specific judges of turning their courtroom into a political platform. Johnson has kept his focus on structural power and legislative tools.
Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution says that judges hold their offices during good behavior.
Abusing judicial authority for political gain should result in their impeachment. pic.twitter.com/xQ1o7L9m9A
— Western Decline (@WesternDecline_) March 26, 2025
Inside the administration, officials say they are working with congressional allies to explore constitutional ways to limit what they see as court interference with immigration enforcement.
