Marjorie Taylor Greene has revealed that the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk marked a turning point in her political journey and relationship with President Donald Trump. Greene said watching Kirk’s memorial service, particularly remarks by his widow and Trump, forced her to confront what she described as a toxic political culture driven by vengeance rather than faith.
Greene criticised Trump’s comments at the service, contrasting them with Erika Kirk’s forgiveness. “That was absolutely the worst statement,” Greene said, adding that it showed a lack of Christian faith. She admitted adopting Trump’s combative style over the years but said the moment made her reassess her actions and beliefs as a Christian lawmaker.
Following Kirk’s death, Greene said she lost her appetite for retaliation and began distancing herself from Trump and Republican leadership. She took positions that diverged from the administration, including opposing aspects of cryptocurrency and AI policies, criticising tariffs and visas, and calling for the full release of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Tensions escalated after Trump publicly labelled her “Marjorie ‘Traitor’ Green,” a move Greene said endangered her family after threats followed. Despite informing Trump of the threats, she said his response was hostile. The White House later dismissed Greene’s resignation as abandoning her constituents and the MAGA movement.
Greene announced she would resign from Congress on January 5, saying her break with Trump was final. While acknowledging that her exit is unlikely to weaken Trump’s hold on his base, Greene said her experience reflects broader fractures within the MAGA coalition and her own evolution. “I haven’t changed my views,” she said. “But I’ve matured.”