Boehner has seen his power tested in trying to corral conservatives . Even when the stakes were highest and public opinion polling against his efforts , Boehner still struggled . The House speaker is facing a revolt from the right over plans for an overhaul of Medicare and Social Security, which he says will hurt seniors by forcing them into private health insurance plans. President Obama doubts Speaker 's ability to get things done , saying he ca n't control his caucus . Boehner has had to rely on Democrats previously to pass key bills .
Boehner has seen his power tested in trying to corral conservatives . The House speaker is facing a revolt from the right over plans for an overhaul of Medicare and Social Security, which he says will hurt seniors by forcing them into private health insurance plans. President Obama doubts Speaker 's ability to get things done , saying he ca n't control his caucus . Boehner has had to rely on Democrats previously to pass key bills .