Marjorie Taylor Greene, the Representative from Georgia, didn’t hold back when reacting to comments made by former President Trump at a rally in North Carolina.
Greene pointed out that she has supported Trump 98% of the time, remarking, “Maybe his memory isn’t as sharp as it used to be.”
Why This Matters
Greene has been a key supporter of Trump over the years, but their relationship has soured after disagreements on several topics like the Epstein files and foreign policy. Trump has even labeled Greene a traitor, retracting his endorsement, and she recently announced her upcoming resignation from Congress.
This tension symbolizes a larger divide forming within the Republican Party, particularly between Trump’s supporters and traditional conservatives. Although Trump still has a strong following among some conservatives, his loss of Greene’s vocal support indicates a split on various issues.
Key Information
At the 90-minute rally in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Trump took some time to address Greene, questioning her loyalty: “What happened to her? She must have turned into a stone-cold liberal. It’s only because I couldn’t return her calls, you know.”
In quick defense, Greene tweeted, “I think the President is a bit confused—my voting pattern is even more conservative and aligns with America First principles.” She acknowledged not calling him often enough but expressed, “I should have reached out more.”
Greene highlighted that she hasn’t shied away from voting with Trump. However, she’s remained critical about the Epstein issue, a topic that has seemingly eroded right-wing faith in Trump recently.
During the rally, Trump didn’t bring up the Epstein files, though the Department of Justice is releasing documents related to it, earning criticism for being heavily redacted.
What Others Are Saying
Marjorie Taylor Greene on X: “I’ll no longer allow myself to be divided. I stand united with my fellow Americans and for my country. The old guard is fading, and new voices are rising in America.”
Donald Trump in North Carolina: “You can’t call a president every day, and then get mad when they don’t get back to you. I just couldn’t return her calls. And what happened to Marjorie? It’s quite remarkable.”
What’s Next
Greene is set to leave her role in Congress by January 5, 2026, leading to a special election for her seat in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District.
