Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) expressed significant concerns on Friday regarding recent actions and inaction by the Trump administration and fellow Republicans. She touched on the trade of minerals from Ukraine and refrained from openly criticizing Trump, specifically regarding discussions with Iran.
“When I’m frustrated and angry about things, it becomes clear that the base is not happy,” Greene remarked.
She pointed out her history of advocating for foreign wars, noting, “Now we are on the brink of war with Iran,” as talks concerning Iran’s nuclear ambitions have been postponed this weekend.
“I don’t think we should engage in military action on behalf of other nations, especially those with their own nuclear capabilities,” Greene stated.
She also referenced a recent agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine, which entails sharing Ukrainian natural resources in exchange for additional U.S. funding during the country’s conflict with Russia. Greene suggested that President Volodymyr Zelensky is acting like a “dictator who canceled elections.”
“Why should we be occupying Ukraine and risking American lives for future wars? Why not mine the rare earth minerals on federal land that was taken years ago?” she questioned.
Her comments are notable, given that Greene is often seen as a staunch supporter of Trump.
Greene expressed frustration over the Covid-19 vaccine still receiving “acknowledgment” from the FDA, questioning whether the lawyers and judges who impacted Americans during the past four years would be held accountable for the damage done.
She also hinted at the need for a budgetary overhaul to enhance government efficiency, suggesting that some Republicans in Congress deserve scrutiny and that there should be enough “anger and moral courage” to hold Trump accountable for his actions.
“In losing MTG, you’re losing your base. Since Trump isn’t focusing on future issues, maybe we should,” she concluded.
