After a bitter split with U.S. President Donald Trump, Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has revealed to close contacts that she is contemplating a presidential bid in 2028, according to a report by TIME reported. But is it possible for her to secure victory without Trump’s endorsement?
Known as a fierce far-right figure and once one of Trump’s staunchest allies, Marjorie Taylor Greene—commonly referred to as MTG—has recently emerged as a vocal critic of the former president. She has publicly questioned Trump’s economic policies, criticized his backing of Ukraine and Israel, which conflicts with the “America first” ideology, and more recently pressed him to release the Epstein files despite his earlier refusals.
Just as tensions escalated sharply, Greene unexpectedly announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, through a viral 10-minute video uploaded to YouTube.
“Nothing ever gets better for the common American man or woman,” she declared in her heartfelt farewell. “Small businesses continue to be swallowed by big corporations… The average American household can no longer live on a single income, as both parents have to work just to get by.”
Near the conclusion of her address, Greene called her dispute with Trump “absurd and completely unserious,” adding, “I refuse to be a battered wife, hoping it all goes away and gets better.”
Given these remarks, it hardly appears she’s ready to simply abandon America’s numerous internal challenges. Though she has yet to officially declare a presidential campaign, her resignation speech felt more like the opening move in a bid for the highest office.
Meanwhile, Trump—who has little tolerance for dissenters—welcomed Greene’s exit from politics, labeling it “great news for the country.” When ABC News asked if she had informed him beforehand about her decision, he replied, “Nah, it doesn’t matter… but I think it’s great. I think she should be happy.”
The growing divide between Trump and Greene surfaced in June, during speculation the Trump administration was preparing to strike Iran, suspecting the country of developing a nuclear weapon. Greene sided with “America First” isolationists and left-wing progressives who opposed initiating conflict with the Islamic Republic. “Americans don’t want to bomb Iran because the secular government of Israel says that Iran is on the verge of developing a nuclear bomb any day now,” she tweeted.
In that tweet, Greene also noted she “doesn’t know anyone that even thinks about Iran” in her congressional district.
The rupture deepened dramatically when they clashed over the Epstein files, which reportedly implicate the U.S. leader, whose friendship with the late financier spanned approximately 15 years. Trump dismissed the files as a “Democrat hoax,” while Greene, sensing the shifting political climate, demanded their immediate release.
Trump reluctantly authorized releasing the documents (expected to be heavily redacted), then branded Greene a “traitor” and publicly severed ties with her. “I am withdrawing my support and Endorsement of ‘Congresswoman’ Marjorie Taylor Greene, of the Great State of Georgia,” he posted on Truth Social.
Greene warned that calling her a “traitor” was a dangerous move, potentially inciting extremists. “Those are the types of words used that can radicalize people against me and put my life in danger,” she stated, calling this their most hostile confrontation to date.
Beyond questioning whether Greene can capture the presidency without Trump’s backing, there is also skepticism about her political experience and credentials. Is she truly presidential? While her strong convictions and rhetorical skills are clear, some critique her eccentric behavior as problematic.
On September 3, 2020, during her House campaign, Greene posted a controversial meme on Facebook showing herself holding an AR-15 rifle alongside Democratic representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, and Rashida Tlaib. The caption urged “strong conservative Christians to go on the offense against these socialists who want to rip our country apart,” and labeled the image as the “Squad’s worst nightmare,” referencing the progressive left-wing faction in the U.S. House.
Given Greene’s expressed concerns about “political violence,” this messaging struck many as contradictory. Facebook quickly removed the post for inciting violence, prompting Greene to claim Democrats were attempting to “cancel” her. While some viewed the post as extreme, it epitomizes the confrontational Trump-style approach that appeals to right-wing voters frustrated with America’s ongoing culture wars and political correctness.
On another occasion, Greene endorsed conspiracy theories asserting that the 9/11 attacks were “an inside job” and that the Sandy Hook school shooting was staged. She also claimed that the 2018 California wildfires—the deadliest in the state’s history—were ignited by the Rothschild family to clear land for a rail project. The media widely noted that Greene used the phrase “Jewish space lasers,” which she denies.
Despite such controversies, Greene continues to maintain strong support among a significant portion of the Make America Great Again base, consistently polling third behind Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a potential presidential contender. With three years ahead to refine her public persona, MTG might realistically emerge as a contender for becoming the first female president of the United States, regardless of Donald Trump’s backing.
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