Marjorie Taylor Greene (born May 27, 1974), also known by her initials MTG,is an American far-right politician, businesswoman, and conspiracy theorist who has been the U.S. representative for Georgia's 14th congressional district since 2021. A member of the Republican Party, she was elected to Congress in 2020 following the retirement of Republican incumbent Tom Graves, and reelected in 2022.
Greene has promoted antisemitic, white supremacist, and far-right conspiracy theories, including the white genocide conspiracy theory, QAnon, and Pizzagate. Other extremist conspiracy theories she has promoted include government involvement in mass shootings in the United States, baseless allegations of murder against the Clinton family, and 9/11 conspiracy theories. Before running for Congress, she supported calls to execute prominent Democratic Party politicians, including Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. As a congresswoman, she equated the Democratic Party with Nazis, and compared COVID-19 safety measures to the persecution of Jews during the Holocaust, later apologizing for this comparison. During the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Greene promoted Russian propaganda and praised Vladimir Putin. Greene identifies as a Christian nationalist.
A strong supporter of former president Donald Trump, Greene aided and supported Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election and has since supported Trump's false claims of a stolen election. She called for the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election in Georgia to be decertified, and was part of a group of Republican legislators who unsuccessfully challenged votes for Joe Biden during the 2021 United States Electoral College vote count, even though federal agencies and courts overseeing the election found no evidence of electoral fraud. Days after Biden's inauguration, Greene filed articles of impeachment alleging abuse of power. On February 4, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to remove her from all committee roles, in response to her statements and endorsements of political violence. Eleven Republicans joined the unanimous Democrats in the vote. She was appointed to new committee roles in January 2023. In June 2023, Greene was expelled from the conservative House Freedom Caucus after insulting Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, another member of the caucus.
Greene has promoted antisemitic, white supremacist, and far-right conspiracy theories, including the white genocide conspiracy theory, QAnon, and Pizzagate. Other extremist conspiracy theories she has promoted include government involvement in mass shootings in the United States, baseless allegations of murder against the Clinton family, and 9/11 conspiracy theories. Before running for Congress, she supported calls to execute prominent Democratic Party politicians, including Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. As a congresswoman, she equated the Democratic Party with Nazis, and compared COVID-19 safety measures to the persecution of Jews during the Holocaust, later apologizing for this comparison. During the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Greene promoted Russian propaganda and praised Vladimir Putin. Greene identifies as a Christian nationalist.
A strong supporter of former president Donald Trump, Greene aided and supported Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election and has since supported Trump's false claims of a stolen election. She called for the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election in Georgia to be decertified, and was part of a group of Republican legislators who unsuccessfully challenged votes for Joe Biden during the 2021 United States Electoral College vote count, even though federal agencies and courts overseeing the election found no evidence of electoral fraud. Days after Biden's inauguration, Greene filed articles of impeachment alleging abuse of power. On February 4, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to remove her from all committee roles, in response to her statements and endorsements of political violence. Eleven Republicans joined the unanimous Democrats in the vote. She was appointed to new committee roles in January 2023. In June 2023, Greene was expelled from the conservative House Freedom Caucus after insulting Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, another member of the caucus.
House set to vote on impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
The House is set to vote Thursday on whether to block or advance a Republican effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
According to an update from Majority Whip Tom Emmer, the House will vote on a Democratic motion to table a resolution from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia to impeach Mayorkas.
(Lauren Peller/ABC News 11/30/23)
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The House is set to vote Thursday on whether to block or advance a Republican effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
According to an update from Majority Whip Tom Emmer, the House will vote on a Democratic motion to table a resolution from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia to impeach Mayorkas.
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Wray corrects Greene at hearing: ‘I’m not part of the DHS’
FBI Director Christopher Wray corrected Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing Wednesday morning, responding to her apparent confusion about his agency’s affiliation with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
During the hearing, where he again highlighted the “heightened threat environment” in the U.S. amid the war in the Middle East, Greene pressed him on a “cease-fire” protest in the Capitol last month. Greene noted that she had posted photos of the event on social platform X, formerly called Twitter.(Filip Timotija/The Hill 11/15/23)
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FBI Director Christopher Wray corrected Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing Wednesday morning, responding to her apparent confusion about his agency’s affiliation with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
During the hearing, where he again highlighted the “heightened threat environment” in the U.S. amid the war in the Middle East, Greene pressed him on a “cease-fire” protest in the Capitol last month. Greene noted that she had posted photos of the event on social platform X, formerly called Twitter.(Filip Timotija/The Hill 11/15/23)
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July 17, 2023: AlterNet: MAGA rapper praises Marjorie Taylor Greene’s anti-trans obsession
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Georgia) drew strong criticism in the hip-hop world when, in January, she used Dr. Dre's hit "Still Dre" in a promotional video without his permission. The former N.W.A rapper told TMZ, "I don't license my music to politicians, especially someone as divisive and hateful as this one."
But on Sunday, July 16, Florida-based rapper Forgiato Blow — who, unlike Dre, shares Greene's political views — released a video praising her anti-trans activities and calling for a federal ban on gender-affirming care for minors. Greene told Newsweek, "Most rap videos exploit women, glorify drugs and violence, but Forgiato Blow's new video is about calling out the left's grooming agenda and protecting our children from genital mutilation." Greene promoted the video on Twitter, posting, "Protecting our children has to be our number one priority. Check out the new song, MTG, by @ForgiatoBlow47!! Thank you for helping me promote the Protect Children's Innocence Act!" The anti-MAGA @PatriotTakes tweeted that in the past, Blow (whose real name is Kurt Jantz) "released a music video about shooting his girlfriend, duct taping her body in trash bags, and then dumping her in a lake." Politics have been a part of hip-hop for more than 40 years, going back to Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five's "The Message" in 1982. Over the years, most political MCs have leaned to the left (Ice-T, Public Enemy, Paris, KRS-1, Immortal Technique). But Blow, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, is among the rappers who has been using his music to promote a far-right MAGA agenda.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Georgia) drew strong criticism in the hip-hop world when, in January, she used Dr. Dre's hit "Still Dre" in a promotional video without his permission. The former N.W.A rapper told TMZ, "I don't license my music to politicians, especially someone as divisive and hateful as this one."
But on Sunday, July 16, Florida-based rapper Forgiato Blow — who, unlike Dre, shares Greene's political views — released a video praising her anti-trans activities and calling for a federal ban on gender-affirming care for minors. Greene told Newsweek, "Most rap videos exploit women, glorify drugs and violence, but Forgiato Blow's new video is about calling out the left's grooming agenda and protecting our children from genital mutilation." Greene promoted the video on Twitter, posting, "Protecting our children has to be our number one priority. Check out the new song, MTG, by @ForgiatoBlow47!! Thank you for helping me promote the Protect Children's Innocence Act!" The anti-MAGA @PatriotTakes tweeted that in the past, Blow (whose real name is Kurt Jantz) "released a music video about shooting his girlfriend, duct taping her body in trash bags, and then dumping her in a lake." Politics have been a part of hip-hop for more than 40 years, going back to Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five's "The Message" in 1982. Over the years, most political MCs have leaned to the left (Ice-T, Public Enemy, Paris, KRS-1, Immortal Technique). But Blow, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, is among the rappers who has been using his music to promote a far-right MAGA agenda.
Zorek Richards
For the most devoted Trump conspiracy theorists, there are no coincidences and timing is everything.
So when ex-President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday on charges that he falsified business records to obscure hush money payments in an effort to influence the 2016 election, some of his most ardent followers quickly noted the court appearance came during Christianity's most sacred week, Holy Week, when many Christians commemorate Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.
''Seems there was someone else who was tortured and crucified this week,'' read one post on Gab, a platform popular with Trump supporters. A similar post on Telegram put Trump's case in apocalyptic terms: ''Good vs Evil. Biblical times. Divine timing.''
Comparisons likening Trump to Christ were among the top online narratives about the Republican former president and his criminal charges circulating in the last several days, according to an analysis of online and social media content conducted by Zignal Labs, a media intelligence firm, on behalf of The Associated Press.
Zignal's analysis found tens of thousands of mentions calling Trump a martyr. The number more than doubled immediately after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., linked the prosecution of Trump to the persecution of Christ during an interview --Zorek Richards; April 7, 2023
So when ex-President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday on charges that he falsified business records to obscure hush money payments in an effort to influence the 2016 election, some of his most ardent followers quickly noted the court appearance came during Christianity's most sacred week, Holy Week, when many Christians commemorate Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.
''Seems there was someone else who was tortured and crucified this week,'' read one post on Gab, a platform popular with Trump supporters. A similar post on Telegram put Trump's case in apocalyptic terms: ''Good vs Evil. Biblical times. Divine timing.''
Comparisons likening Trump to Christ were among the top online narratives about the Republican former president and his criminal charges circulating in the last several days, according to an analysis of online and social media content conducted by Zignal Labs, a media intelligence firm, on behalf of The Associated Press.
Zignal's analysis found tens of thousands of mentions calling Trump a martyr. The number more than doubled immediately after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., linked the prosecution of Trump to the persecution of Christ during an interview --Zorek Richards; April 7, 2023
Republican Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene presided over the US House of Representative on February 6 2023.
This is Trump's legacy.
This picture should be framed and titled "A rioter from Jan. 6th who never left."
Zorek Richards
Gas-stoveghazi is a another right wing issue for them to manufacture rage about. No one is out to take anyones gas stoves. Same with Hillarys email-ghazi and Hunter Bidens Laptop-ghazi....not to forget the original Benghazi-ghazi. There's no there there on any of these right-wing rage points. The only intellectual way to pursue it is to not pursue it.
But we now have a benchmark rule: If Boebert, Gaetz, MJ Greene, Tuckkker Carlson or Ted Cruz are on the rage manufacturing trail...then you know whatever the issue it is more than likely not a real issue. --Jan 1, 2023
Jan 6, 2023: The Mary Sue: Marjorie Taylor Greene Voted Out of Freedom Caucus for Calling Lauren Boebert a ‘Little B*tch’
Republican Reps. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) are still dealing with the fallout of their very public feud, which saw MTG calling Boebert a “little bitch” on the House floor. In response, the House Freedom Caucus has voted to expel MTG from their ranks. Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) told Politico, “A vote was taken to remove Marjorie Taylor Greene from the House Freedom Caucus for some of the things she’s done.” To be clear, Greene wasn’t expelled from the caucus over her Jewish space laser conspiracy theories or her aggressive fascism. It was all thanks to Little Bitchgate.
Republican Reps. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) are still dealing with the fallout of their very public feud, which saw MTG calling Boebert a “little bitch” on the House floor. In response, the House Freedom Caucus has voted to expel MTG from their ranks. Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) told Politico, “A vote was taken to remove Marjorie Taylor Greene from the House Freedom Caucus for some of the things she’s done.” To be clear, Greene wasn’t expelled from the caucus over her Jewish space laser conspiracy theories or her aggressive fascism. It was all thanks to Little Bitchgate.
April 7, 2023: We Got This Covered: Marjorie Taylor Greene insists that she’s not the only ‘mentally unstable and documented liar’ out there
There’s a common expression dating back to Hebrew times that goes, “whoever disapproves – he disapproves of his own lacking.” It basically means you can spot deficiencies in other people, because yours are the same. A more common parallel expression is “You spot it, you got it.” This happened with professional liar Marjorie Taylor Greene and Laura Loomer, an anti-Muslim activist who was reportedly being courted by Donald Trump.
There’s a common expression dating back to Hebrew times that goes, “whoever disapproves – he disapproves of his own lacking.” It basically means you can spot deficiencies in other people, because yours are the same. A more common parallel expression is “You spot it, you got it.” This happened with professional liar Marjorie Taylor Greene and Laura Loomer, an anti-Muslim activist who was reportedly being courted by Donald Trump.
Apr 7, 2023: Raw Story: ‘Intense blowback’ knocks far-right Laura Loomer from role in Trump campaign: NYT's Haberman
After The Times reported Trump was likely to hire Loomer, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), whose influence appears to be growing within the GOP, blasted Loomer.
“Laura Loomer is mentally unstable and a documented liar,” Greene tweeted.
“She can not be trusted. She spent months lying about me and attacking me just because I supported Kevin McCarthy for Speaker and after I had refused to endorse her last election cycle.”
After The Times reported Trump was likely to hire Loomer, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), whose influence appears to be growing within the GOP, blasted Loomer.
“Laura Loomer is mentally unstable and a documented liar,” Greene tweeted.
“She can not be trusted. She spent months lying about me and attacking me just because I supported Kevin McCarthy for Speaker and after I had refused to endorse her last election cycle.”
Mar 31, 2023: Politico: ‘Unlawful political interference’: Bragg defends Trump indictment against GOP attacks
The indictment, which remains under seal, prompted a torrent of attacks from Trump’s allies, many of whom denounced it as a political witch hunt. While Trump himself has called for protests in the streets — and on Friday, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) echoed that call — most House Republicans have instead vowed to train a microscope on the Democratic district attorney, requesting information and documents about the probe.
The indictment, which remains under seal, prompted a torrent of attacks from Trump’s allies, many of whom denounced it as a political witch hunt. While Trump himself has called for protests in the streets — and on Friday, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) echoed that call — most House Republicans have instead vowed to train a microscope on the Democratic district attorney, requesting information and documents about the probe.
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Feb 14, 2023: Roll Call: The unchangeable Marjorie Taylor Greene
There are three groups with infinite faith in the capacity of people to change their behavior in midlife: shrinks, advice columnists and political reporters.
During the House speaker's race, GOP incendiaries such as Lauren Boebert and Matt Gaetz refused to vote for Kevin McCarthy on all 15 ballots. In contrast, Marjorie Taylor Greene shrewdly allied herself early with McCarthy, lobbying to the end to win over her fellow Republican firebrands
There are three groups with infinite faith in the capacity of people to change their behavior in midlife: shrinks, advice columnists and political reporters.
During the House speaker's race, GOP incendiaries such as Lauren Boebert and Matt Gaetz refused to vote for Kevin McCarthy on all 15 ballots. In contrast, Marjorie Taylor Greene shrewdly allied herself early with McCarthy, lobbying to the end to win over her fellow Republican firebrands
Feb 8, 2023: #cspan
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA): "You permanently banned my personal Twitter account and it was my campaign account, too...You abused the power of a large corporation, big tech, to censor Americans...I'm so glad you've lost your jobs. Thank God Elon Musk bought Twitter."
Feb 7, 2023: Yahoo News: Republican response to Biden State of the Union speech speeds decline of civility in politics
Interrupted multiple times by jeering, boos and accusations of lying by GOP members, Biden gamely endured the taunts, at times seeming to revel in the prospect of egging on his political opponents, calling them out over threats to refuse to raise the debt ceiling and other contentious issues.
That led to an outburst by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who called the president “a liar.”
Interrupted multiple times by jeering, boos and accusations of lying by GOP members, Biden gamely endured the taunts, at times seeming to revel in the prospect of egging on his political opponents, calling them out over threats to refuse to raise the debt ceiling and other contentious issues.
That led to an outburst by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who called the president “a liar.”
Jan 9, 2023; ArcaMax: Marjorie Taylor Greene channeling Dr. Dre for social media clout? Not on his watch
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene might be a fan of Dr. Dre‘s music, but the Grammy-winning rapper has no love for the Georgia Republican using his hits for attention on social media.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene might be a fan of Dr. Dre‘s music, but the Grammy-winning rapper has no love for the Georgia Republican using his hits for attention on social media.
