Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia, recently expressed her concerns about the direction of the Trump administration. In a lengthy post on X, formerly known as Twitter, she criticized the administration’s stance on several international and domestic issues, particularly regarding Iran and Ukraine.
Greene, known for her populist views and strong support for former President Trump, highlighted her campaign promise of opposing foreign wars. She pointed out that the U.S. seems to be on the brink of conflict with Iran, which she finds troubling.
In her post, she also took aim at a recent agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine regarding mineral rights. Greene accused the Ukrainian government of misusing American aid, alleging that funds have been funneled into money laundering and that their leader has authoritarian tendencies. She recalled the U.S. invasion of Iraq, questioning the justification behind it and whether the promised benefits ever materialized.
Greene’s comments reflect a growing skepticism among some Republicans about U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts. She argued that instead of engaging in overseas operations, the U.S. should focus on its own resources, suggesting that rare earth minerals on federal lands could be mined domestically.
Additionally, Greene criticized her fellow Republicans for not doing enough to prevent transgender surgeries for minors and for failing to enhance election integrity. Her statements underline a broader concern among some conservatives about the party’s current priorities and effectiveness.
As the political landscape continues to shift, Greene’s remarks resonate with a segment of the Republican base that seeks a more isolationist approach to foreign policy and greater accountability in domestic issues.