Behind the Scenes of GOP's Trump Divide
In a stunning revelation, outgoing Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene revealed that what Republicans say behind President Donald Trump's back would "shock people." During an interview with 60 Minutes correspondent Lesley Stahl, Greene shared her candid observations about the party's complex dynamics, suggesting that members are torn between fear and loyalty.
Greene claimed that Congressional Republicans live in a state of constant anxiety, fearing Trump's wrath if they step out of line. She believes that many colleagues "make fun" of Trump when he isn't looking, but quickly fall into line once they gain his favor. "I've seen my colleagues go from mocking him to kissing up to him," she said.
Greene's comments come as she has become a leading voice in the Republican Party, breaking with Trump on several occasions. Her recent push for releasing the Epstein files was met with Trump's disapproval, and he even warned her that it would "hurt people."
The interview has sparked a heated response from Trump himself, who called Greene "a very dumb person" and claimed she was "jilted" by him. However, Greene remains resolute in her stance, insisting that women who have come forward with allegations against Epstein deserve to see justice served.
As the Republican Party continues to grapple with its relationship with Trump, it's clear that the true extent of their divisions will only be revealed when the truth comes out behind closed doors.
In a stunning revelation, outgoing Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene revealed that what Republicans say behind President Donald Trump's back would "shock people." During an interview with 60 Minutes correspondent Lesley Stahl, Greene shared her candid observations about the party's complex dynamics, suggesting that members are torn between fear and loyalty.
Greene claimed that Congressional Republicans live in a state of constant anxiety, fearing Trump's wrath if they step out of line. She believes that many colleagues "make fun" of Trump when he isn't looking, but quickly fall into line once they gain his favor. "I've seen my colleagues go from mocking him to kissing up to him," she said.
Greene's comments come as she has become a leading voice in the Republican Party, breaking with Trump on several occasions. Her recent push for releasing the Epstein files was met with Trump's disapproval, and he even warned her that it would "hurt people."
The interview has sparked a heated response from Trump himself, who called Greene "a very dumb person" and claimed she was "jilted" by him. However, Greene remains resolute in her stance, insisting that women who have come forward with allegations against Epstein deserve to see justice served.
As the Republican Party continues to grapple with its relationship with Trump, it's clear that the true extent of their divisions will only be revealed when the truth comes out behind closed doors.