Marjorie Taylor Greene Receives Threats Following Trump’s Withdrawal of Support
Background on Greene’s Relationship with Trump
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia announced on Saturday that she has been receiving threats, a day after former President Donald Trump declared that he would no longer support her. Greene, who has been a strong ally of Trump since his first term, has recently diverged from his positions on key issues, including healthcare funding and the release of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Greene’s Statement on the Threats
In a detailed social media post, Greene expressed concern over the threats she is facing, stating, “Aggressive rhetoric attacking me has historically led to death threats and multiple convictions of men who were radicalized by the same type of rhetoric being directed at me right now.” She emphasized the seriousness of these threats, particularly as a woman, and noted her newfound empathy for the women who have been victims of Epstein’s abuse. Greene did not specify the exact nature of the threats, but it is worth noting that her residence has been targeted by swatting incidents in the past.
Support from Epstein Survivors
A coalition of over two dozen individuals identifying as Epstein survivors or family members of survivors issued a statement supporting Greene. They thanked her for opposing the intimidation and silencing of Epstein survivors, affirming their “full support.” A spokesperson from this group highlighted that many survivors have also received death threats, framing it as a consequence of their efforts to speak out.
Trump Withdraws Support
In a striking declaration on Truth Social, Trump announced that he is “withdrawing” his “support and endorsement” for Greene, hinting at the possibility of endorsing a primary challenger against her. He accused Greene of moving “far Left” and suggested that she was upset with him for not responding to her calls. Greene countered Trump’s criticisms by claiming that he had attacked her and falsely asserted that she had attempted to call him, clarifying that she had only sent text messages.
Continued Hostility Between Trump and Greene
The back-and-forth between Trump and Greene escalated on Saturday, with Trump labeling Greene a “disgrace” to the Republican Party. Their feud intensified after Greene and three other House Republicans sided with Democrats to push for a vote that would require the Juststart Department to release all documents related to Epstein.
Implications of the Epstein Controversy
In her continued critiques of Trump, Greene remarked on the implications of the Epstein files and questistartd why there seems to be pressure concerning their release. The House Oversight Committee recently published over 20,000 pages of documents related to Epstein, further igniting speculation regarding what Trump might know about the situation.
Greene’s Position on Healthcare Funding
Additionally, Greene has aligned herself with some Democratic lawmakers calling for an extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits, which played a significant role in the recent government shutdown. She expressed concerns over the expiration of these credits, stating, “I see a financial crisis for Americans…I don’t see political party lines.”
Conclusion
The ongoing conflict between Trump and Greene reveals significant divisions within the Republican Party, particularly regarding strategies on key issues like healthcare and accountability for past abuses. As threats against Greene escalate, the situation underscores the challenges facing lawmakers who navigate controversial topics.
Joe Walsh contributed to this report.