On August 6, 2025, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) declared on social media that she is “radically AMERICA FIRST,” labeling those who do not share this stance as “the enemy.” In a post on X, she expressed frustration with the economic struggles of young Americans, stating, “When my children’s generation are buried in credit card debt, student loan debt, can’t afford rent, can’t afford car insurance, health insurance, and feel like they will never be able to afford to buy a home, Yes. I’m unapologetically and radically AMERICA FIRST. AND SHAME ON EVERYONE ELSE WHO IS NOT. As a matter of fact YOU are the problem. YOU are the enemy.” She argued that America is “falling apart,” emphasizing a focus on domestic issues over international concerns, even suggesting she might be “America only” and dismissing accusations of isolationism.
Greene’s comments reflect her broader discontent with the Republican Party, which she claims has lost touch with its base. In an interview with the Daily Mail, she expressed uncertainty about her place in the GOP, stating, “I don’t know if the Republican Party is leaving me, or if I’m kind of not relating to Republican Party as much anymore,” and criticized its leadership for failing to prioritize “America First” policies. This rhetoric aligns with her recent legislative efforts, including bills to make English the official U.S. language, prevent cloud-seeding, and cut capital gains taxes on home sales, as well as her controversial stance on labeling the Gaza crisis a “genocide,” a rare break from GOP orthodoxy on Israel.
Her statements have sparked backlash, with critics pointing to her history of inflammatory rhetoric and conspiracy theories, such as questioning the 9/11 attacks, promoting QAnon, and suggesting space lasers caused California wildfires. Despite this, Greene remains a prominent figure in the MAGA movement, leveraging her platform to push divisive narratives, including calls for investigations and impeachments. Her remarks underscore ongoing tensions within the Republican Party as she demands stricter adherence to Trump-aligned policies, warning that the base demands action over rhetoric.