In a significant political rupture, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday, November 14, 2025, that he is withdrawing his endorsement of Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. The decision marks a dramatic falling out between the president and the Georgia lawmaker, who has been one of his most ardent and high-profile supporters within the 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA) movement.

The immediate catalyst for the split appears to be Greene's vocal criticism of the White House's efforts to prevent the full public release of files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Hours before Trump's announcement, Greene told news outlet Politico that the president's stance was “insanely the wrong direction to go.” She argued the administration should focus on domestic issues like healthcare and affordability rather than blocking the documents. “Releasing the Epstein files is the easiest thing in the world. Just release it all. Let the American people sort through every bit of it,” Greene stated.

In a series of posts on his Truth Social platform, President Trump publicly rebuked Greene, referring to her as “'Wacky' Marjorie” and accusing her of incessant complaining. “I am withdrawing my support and Endorsement of 'Congresswoman' Marjorie Taylor Greene, of the Great State of Georgia,” Trump wrote on Friday evening, East Africa Time. He added, “All I see 'Wacky' Marjorie do is COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN!” Trump also indicated he would support a primary challenger against Greene in her conservative 14th congressional district in Georgia “if the right person runs.”

Deepening Ideological Rifts

While the Epstein files dispute was the flashpoint, tensions between Trump and Greene have been escalating for months over several policy and strategy disagreements. Greene has increasingly broken with the White House and Republican leadership on issues ranging from the rising cost of living to foreign policy. She has publicly criticized the president for focusing too much on foreign affairs over the domestic economic concerns of Americans. Earlier in the week, Trump had told reporters that Greene had “lost her way” following her criticism of his meetings with foreign leaders.

Greene has also been a vocal critic of the Republican party's strategy during the recent government shutdown, particularly its lack of a clear plan to address rising healthcare costs. In a notable deviation from party orthodoxy, she has also described Israel's military actions in Gaza as a “genocide,” a position at odds with the administration.

A War of Words

The fallout has played out publicly on social media. Responding to Trump's withdrawal of support, Greene posted on the platform X (formerly Twitter), accusing the president of attacking and lying about her. “President Trump just attacked me and lied about me,” she wrote, suggesting the move was intended to intimidate other Republicans ahead of a planned House vote on the release of the Epstein documents. “It's astonishing really how hard he's fighting to stop the Epstein files from coming out that he actually goes to this level,” she added.

Greene asserted her independence, stating, “I don't worship or serve Donald Trump. I worship God, Jesus is my savior, and I serve my district GA14 and the American people.” Trump, in his posts, claimed the rift began after he showed Greene a poll indicating she had poor prospects for winning a statewide race for Senator or Governor and that she was upset he no longer returned her phone calls. “I can't take a ranting Lunatic's call every day,” he wrote.

Global Context and Implications

While this story is centered on U.S. domestic politics, the fracturing of a key alliance within the ruling Republican party has broader international significance. The dispute highlights the growing pains and ideological battles within the populist-nationalist movements that have gained prominence in several Western nations. For international observers, including those in Kenya and East Africa, this public feud offers a case study in the challenges of maintaining party unity when populist leaders transition from campaigning to governing.

The schism between Trump and Greene, once considered his staunchest ally, could signal a potential realignment within the Republican base. It raises questions about the long-term cohesion of the MAGA movement and whether it can contain dissenting voices on significant policy issues. The outcome of this conflict and any potential primary challenge against Greene will be closely watched as an indicator of Donald Trump's continued influence over the party he reshaped. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REQUIRED on the specific candidates who may challenge Greene for her congressional seat.