Marjorie Taylor Greene, who is days away from stepping down as a Georgia congresswoman, has said she “was just so naive” for believing Donald Trump was a man of the people.
In a detailed interview with the New York Times, Greene reflected on her break with Trump after years of loyalty. She said minor disagreements with the former president eventually led to a complete rupture following the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk in September.
Turning Point at Kirk’s Memorial
Greene recounted watching Kirk’s memorial service on TV, where his widow Erika forgave her husband’s killer.
“I hate my opponent, and I don’t want the best for them,” Trump said.
Greene described this as “absolutely the worst statement,” saying it revealed his heart and lack of faith. She contrasted it with Erika Kirk’s sincere Christian forgiveness and said the moment prompted her to rethink her loyalty to Trump and the MAGA movement.
A Shift in Perspective
Greene said she abandoned her previous mantra of “never apologize and never admit when you’re wrong.” She explained, “As a Christian, I don’t believe in doing that.
Breaking With Trump
Her break from Trump and congressional Republican leadership intensified over a vote to release investigative files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Greene called the files “everything wrong with Washington,” highlighting corruption among elites and the suffering of victims.
Acknowledging Mistakes
Greene admitted she had been wrong to accuse Democrats of treason and recognized that she is now politically isolated. “I’m, like, radioactive,” she said.
She added, “Everyone’s like, ‘She’s changed.’ I haven’t changed my views, but I’ve matured. I’ve developed depth. I’ve learned Washington and come to understand the brokenness of the place.”
