'Mike Johnson on Grindr': TikTok user's bizarre claim on House Speaker goes viral

Claims that US House Speaker Mike Johnson has a Grindr profile went viral, but no evidence supports the unverified social media rumors.

Updated on: Oct 1, 2025, 05:30:07 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Over the past weekend, the US House Speaker, Mike Johnson, has become the subject of a social media controversy, with a bizarre claim about the 53-year-old Republican going viral. The controversy revolves around Johnson supposedly having a profile on Grindr - a dating app used by the LGBTQ community.

House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks to the media at the White House. (AP)

However, no evidence exists of Johnson having a profile on Grindr. Claims about Johnson having a Grindr profile surfaced on social media before as well, but they remained unverified, with no concrete proof ever emerging. But now, there is a new twist in the tale, thanks to a TikToker named @razzledazzlemo.

The anonymous TikToker issued an ultimatum to Johnson to swear in recently elected Democrat House Rep, Adelita Grijalva by Wednesday or he will release proof that Johnson had a secret profile on Grindr. The user claims to have screenshots of the profile, IP data, and a selfie that he said will prove it.

However, as of now, the said TikTok account has not provided any update on the proof, and thus the allegations remain unconfirmed.

What Are The Allegations? Explained

The @anonymousman TikTok account is known for political commentary often directed against the Republicans. It has over 40,000 followers on TikTok. As of now, the real name of the user is not known.

“Hey, Mike, you have until Wednesday to swear her (Rep-elect. Adelita Grijalva) in. Wednesday or I will release your Grindr profile and your IP address,” the man in the viral video says.

“I bring receipts, bitch. You're not going to sit there and actively work against LGBTQ rights and democracy. It is treason,” he proclaims.

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“Yeah, I'm calling you out for treason. You have until Wednesday to swear her in and let democracy take its course or I will release your Grindr profile and your IP address. Connects both to you, Mike.”

Here's the video:

Why Adelita Grijalva's Swearing-In Has Been Delayed

Adelita Grijalva, the daughter of the late Rep. Raúl Grijalva, won a special election on September 23, 2025, to represent Arizona’s 7th Congressional District. She secured 70.6% of the vote, defeating Republican Daniel Butierez.

Despite her decisive win, Grijalva has not yet been sworn in. House Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed her swearing-in, citing the need for election certification. Democrats argue that this delay is politically motivated, especially since other recent special election winners were sworn in promptly.

Grijalva is expected to become the 218th vote needed to force a vote on releasing federal investigative files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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