In a stunning move, embattled Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress on Friday, sending shockwaves through US politics. The news, which came just hours after a meeting with President Donald Trump, has been met with a surprising reaction from the president himself.
Trump, who had previously distanced himself from Greene over their disagreements, appeared to welcome her departure with open arms. "I think it's great news for the country," he told an ABC News reporter. The president even expressed his hope that Greene would be happy about leaving her congressional seat, suggesting that she should feel relieved.
However, Greene had been vocal in her criticism of Trump and his stance on various issues, including his support for conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 election. In a lengthy resignation statement, she accused Trump of turning against her after she disagreed with him, calling it "unfair and wrong". She also warned that she had faced intense personal attacks, death threats, and other forms of harassment since Trump withdrew his support.
Despite her tough words, Greene's resignation is seen as a calculated move to save her reputation and maintain her relevance in the Republican Party. It remains to be seen whether this strategy will pay off for her in future electoral endeavors.
Trump, who had previously distanced himself from Greene over their disagreements, appeared to welcome her departure with open arms. "I think it's great news for the country," he told an ABC News reporter. The president even expressed his hope that Greene would be happy about leaving her congressional seat, suggesting that she should feel relieved.
However, Greene had been vocal in her criticism of Trump and his stance on various issues, including his support for conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 election. In a lengthy resignation statement, she accused Trump of turning against her after she disagreed with him, calling it "unfair and wrong". She also warned that she had faced intense personal attacks, death threats, and other forms of harassment since Trump withdrew his support.
Despite her tough words, Greene's resignation is seen as a calculated move to save her reputation and maintain her relevance in the Republican Party. It remains to be seen whether this strategy will pay off for her in future electoral endeavors.