At the Texas Tribune Festival on Friday, former Rep. Adam Kinzinger from Illinois took aim at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia, labeling her the “biggest con artist ever.” This comment erupted while tensions escalated between Greene and various Republican leaders, including former President Trump.
Kinzinger didn’t hesitate, mentioning, “She has not found Jesus, okay?” He added a thought-provoking question, asking if Greene’s recent actions were her way of preparing for something bigger in her political career.
The ex-lawmaker, who chose not to run for re-election in 2022, hinted at Greene’s sharp criticism of her fellow Republicans as a ploy to gear up for a potential presidential bid. The audience responded with humor at his suggestion.
He continued, saying, “I know, we all laughed when Trump announced he was running back in 2015.” Interesting times, right?
Just last week, Kinzinger had mentioned that a civil war seemed to be brewing within the GOP, raising concerns over who might step up as Trump’s successor once he leaves the scene.
Greene herself made headlines earlier, accusing the Biden administration of “infuriating people” through deceptive information regarding affordability—an issue Trump has publicly declared as dead in the water. Recently, she has been vocal online to shed light on this issue.
Later that same day, Trump took to social media to rescind his endorsement of Greene, dubbing her “Wacky” and a “ranting lunatic.” He tweeted, “I understand some great Conservative folks are thinking about running against her in her Georgia district since they’re sick of her drama. If it’s the right candidate, they’ll have my full support.” Trump’s remarks hinted at Greene’s shift to the far left, particularly since she appeared on ‘The View,’ criticized for showcasing what he called low IQ and Republican-hating hosts.
In response, Greene shot back in a tweet, arguing that Trump “attacked and lied about me,” claiming his comments were meant to intimidate others in the Republican Party. She also emphasized her backing of a House discharge petition urging the Justice Department to publish all records related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Greene firmly stated, “I’ve devoted a lot of time, resources, and energy in support of President Trump, especially when others turned their backs on him. But I don’t worship or serve him.” Quite the declaration!
The tension doesn’t stop there; Greene also slammed House Speaker Mike Johnson from Louisiana during the government shutdown, criticizing him for failing to deliver on a promised alternative Republican healthcare agenda. This came as Democrats pushed to continue health care subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, which is set to expire soon.
Furthermore, she expressed her disapproval after Trump hinted at allowing foreign workers with H-1B visas into the United States. In a direct message to the American people in a post on X, she voiced her stance: “I’m solidly against you being replaced by foreign labor, including H1Bs.”
Both sides of the aisle are watching closely as Greene’s outspoken criticisms draw attention. Recently, Senator Ted Cruz remarked that Greene is becoming “very liberal,” referencing her stance on Israel and her assertion that the conflict in Gaza amounts to a “genocide.” Meanwhile, Rep. Jim McGovern pointedly stated that if Greene is one to suggest that GOP lawmakers have “gone too far,” it might be time for the party to reconsider its course.
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