Mike Johnson says socialists have ‘taken full control’ of Democratic Party

House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed that prominent figures like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Sen. Bernie Sanders have taken control of the Democratic Party, suggesting a shift towards socialism within the party. Johnson's remarks follow a period of influence by the Democratic Socialists of America, which has seen increased activity and success within the party. This observation highlights the ongoing ideological battle within the Democratic Party, reflecting broader tensions about the future direction of the nation's leading political group.