Conservatives in Congress are reportedly fuming over Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to work with Democrats in order to pass a government funding bill with no spending cuts, essentially avoiding a shutdown. This strategy mirrors the actions of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, which ultimately led to his firing. However, unlike McCarthy, Johnson is not facing an ouster threat over his decision.

Although some House conservatives are privately considering other ways to retaliate, they are not currently pushing for a mutiny against Johnson. One tactic being discussed is holding the House floor hostage by tanking procedural votes, similar to what was done against McCarthy. However, it is unlikely that such a plan would gain traction.

The key difference in Johnson's case is that he does not have the same trust issues among his colleagues that McCarthy had. McCarthy was ousted, in large part, due to personal animosity among a group of Republicans who voted against him. Johnson, on the other hand, has not faced the same level of opposition.

The focus now turns to passing legislation to keep the government funded and avoid a partial shutdown. Leaders from both parties in the Senate have expressed their support for a stopgap spending bill that has already passed the House. The goal is to quickly reach an agreement and send the bill to President Joe Biden for his signature before funding expires on Friday.