Her speakership was disputed by Democrats, and the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that a quorum had not been present, invalidating Demuth's election.

[11] During the 2021-22 legislative session, Demuth served as an assistant minority leader in the House.

[13] In the opening session of the 94th Minnesota Legislature on January 14, 2025, only the 67 elected House Republicans attended.

[14] Secretary of State Steve Simon presided over the chamber and left, ruling that there was no quorum.

[15] On January 24, the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that because of the absence of a quorum, Demuth's election and all action that followed were invalid.