House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) faced vehement opposition during a speech at Columbia University, where he denounced student protests against Israel’s bombardment of Gaza. Amidst booing crowds, Johnson defended Israel’s actions and urged President Nemat Shafik to resign if she couldn’t control the demonstrations. The speech came after Biden signed a foreign aid bill for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, thanks in part to Johnson’s support. However, it also highlighted Johnson’s efforts to appease hardline GOP colleagues by taking a conservative stance on the protests.