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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Addresses House Republicans’ Allegiance to Donald Trump
During an appearance on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) made a revealing statement about the priorities of House Republicans. Greene openly acknowledged that, in her view, the primary responsibility of House Republicans is to defend and protect Donald Trump.
When questioned about why Speaker Johnson has not taken action against Jack Smith, Greene responded by implicating Johnson’s alleged alignment with Democrats. She stated, “Mike Johnson is owned by the Democrats and that proved me to be right again. When I called the motion to vacate, it wasn’t Republicans that saved Mike Johnson. It was Democrats that saved Mike Johnson.” Greene highlighted instances where prominent Democrats, such as Nancy Pelosi and Jerry Nadler, reportedly supported Johnson, suggesting that his loyalties lie with the opposition party rather than with President Trump.
Greene’s candid admission sheds light on a concerning aspect of House Republicans’ conduct. According to her perspective, the primary concern of House Republicans is not legislative action or national interests, but the protection of Donald Trump. Greene criticized Johnson for failing to sufficiently safeguard Trump’s interests, indicating that House Republicans prioritize Trump’s well-being over other responsibilities.
By emphasizing the House majority’s allegiance to Trump over the American people, Greene exposes a fundamental flaw in the current priorities of House Republicans. This mindset, she argues, is what hinders legislative progress and meaningful action on behalf of the public.
Overall, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s remarks underscore a troubling trend within the House Republican caucus. Instead of representing their constituents and serving the national interest, House Republicans appear to prioritize loyalty to Donald Trump above all else. Greene’s comments serve as a stark reminder of the significant influence that Trump continues to exert on the Republican Party.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says the quiet part out loud when she admits House Republicans see their job as protecting Trump, “Mike Johnson is owned by the Democrats and refuses to protect (former) President Trump.” View Video Here
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