Trump drops Marjorie Taylor Greene endorsement, calls her a ‘ranting lunatic,’ hints at backing primary rival
In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he is withdrawing his support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, labeling her a “ranting lunatic.” This public fallout marks a significant shift in their relationship, as Greene has been one of Trump’s staunchest allies since her election to Congress in 2021. Trump’s criticism stems from Greene’s recent behavior, including an appearance on “The View,” which he claims has pushed her to the “Far Left.” He also expressed frustration over her complaints rather than celebrating what he termed his administration’s “record achievements.” In his lengthy post, Trump vowed to offer “Complete and Unyielding Support” to any conservative challenger Greene may face in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.
The rift appears to have deepened over Greene’s alleged dissatisfaction with Trump not returning her calls, a claim Trump made in his Truth Social post. He mentioned sending her a poll suggesting she should not run for higher office, citing her low approval ratings. Greene was quick to respond on social media, asserting that Trump was lying about her communication attempts and insinuating that his anger was related to her push for the release of the Epstein files. In a bold statement, she declared her loyalty to her constituents and faith rather than to Trump, emphasizing, “I worship God, Jesus is my savior, and I serve my district GA14 and the American people.” This public disagreement not only signifies a fracture in their alliance but could also pave the way for potential challengers in Greene’s solidly Republican district, igniting speculation about the future of her political career amidst a shifting landscape within the GOP.
As the political dynamics evolve, this incident highlights the complexities of loyalty and power within the Republican Party, especially as figures like Greene navigate their relationships with Trump. The fallout from this endorsement withdrawal could resonate throughout the party, potentially influencing the strategies of Republican candidates heading into the midterms. With Trump’s influence still significant among conservative voters, how this rift plays out could have lasting implications for both Greene and the broader GOP landscape in Georgia and beyond.
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President
Donald Trump
announced Friday night on Truth Social that he is withdrawing his support and endorsement of Rep.
Marjorie Taylor Greene
, calling her a “ranting lunatic” and accusing the Georgia Republican of “complaining” instead of celebrating what he described as his administration’s “record achievements.”
The president claimed that Greene “has told many people that she is upset that I don’t return her phone calls anymore” in a long post where he ultimately vowed “Complete and Unyielding Support” to any conservative primary challenger leading into the
2026 midterm elections
.
Trump claimed Greene had ”
gone Far Left
,” citing her recent appearance on The View, and gave her the new nickname “Wacky Marjorie.”
Greene has been one of Trump’s most vocal allies since entering Congress in 2021, backing him during multiple impeachment attempts and campaigning with him across red states.
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“It seemed to all begin when I sent her
a Poll
stating that she should not run for Senator, or Governor, she was at 12%, and didn’t have a chance (unless, of course, she had my Endorsement — which she wasn’t about to get!),” the president wrote.
“She has told many people that she is upset that I don’t return her phone calls anymore, but with 219 Congressmen/women, 53 U.S. Senators, 24 Cabinet Members, almost 200 Countries, and an otherwise normal life to lead, I can’t take a ranting Lunatic’s call every day,” Trump added.
Rep. Greene responded immediately on social media, writing on X that “President Trump just attacked me and lied about me.”
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“I haven’t called him at all, but I did send these text messages today,” Greene added with screenshots of text messages. “Apparently this is what sent him over the edge. The Epstein files. And of course he’s coming after me hard to make an example to scare all the other Republicans before next week’s vote to release the Epstein files. It’s astonishing really how hard he’s fighting to stop the Epstein files from coming out that he actually goes to this level.”
Greene seemed to have shut the door for any future working relationship with President Trump in her post, writing, “I have supported President Trump with too much of my precious time, too much of my own money, and fought harder for him even when almost all other Republicans turned their back and denounced him.”
“But I don’t worship or serve Donald Trump,” Greene wrote. “I worship God, Jesus is my savior, and I serve my district GA14 and the American people.”
After touting his administration’s accomplishment since the beginning of his
second term
this January, the president quipped, “having created the “HOTTEST” Country anywhere in the World from being a DEAD Country just 12 months ago (and so much more!), all I see “Wacky” Marjorie do is COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN!”
Trump’s move could open the door for
Georgia Republicans
seeking to challenge Greene next year in her ruby-red district.
The
White House
did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
