Washington, D.C. – On August 23, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) sparked a fierce backlash within the MAGA movement with a passionate X post condemning the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and calling Israel’s actions a “genocide.”
The Georgia Republican’s plea for compassion toward Palestinian civilians, coupled with her opposition to U.S. military aid to Israel, marks a significant departure from her “America First” stance, drawing sharp criticism from Trump allies like Laura Loomer and exposing rifts within the GOP. Greene’s comments, reported by Newsweek and The Hill, have intensified debates over U.S. foreign policy and the party’s direction ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Greene’s Controversial Gaza Plea
In a lengthy X post, Greene drew a provocative analogy, writing, “If America was being bombed day and night because of something horrific our government did, and many innocent Americans and American children were being killed and traumatically injured, and we begged for mercy, but the rest of the world said, ‘Americans voted for their government so they deserve it, their government is bad so all Americans are bad, therefore this is what they get and must be done.’ And the world was silent to our suffering.”
She added, “This is what is happening to Gaza where in spite of what we have all been told, many innocent people and children are being killed and they are not Hamas.”
Greene concluded, “I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to pay for genocide in a foreign country against a foreign people for a foreign war that I had nothing to do with. And I will not be silent about it.” Her use of “genocide,” first employed in July to describe Israel’s actions, per Al Jazeera, makes her the first Republican congress member to do so, breaking with the GOP’s near-unanimous support for Israel since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks.
She also criticized the $3.8 billion in annual U.S. military aid to Israel, arguing it implicates American taxpayers in the crisis.
MAGA Backlash and Internal GOP Tensions
Greene’s post triggered an immediate uproar among MAGA figures. Far-right activist Laura Loomer, a vocal Trump ally, accused Greene of betraying the “America First” ethos, writing on X, “Why are you advocating for GAZANS to come to the US? How is Islamic immigration ‘America First’? Marjorie Traitor Greene is truly the dumbest b—– in Congress. America is FULL!”
Loomer’s attack mischaracterized Greene’s post, which did not explicitly call for Gazan immigration but criticized the State Department’s halt on visitor visas for medical treatment.
Other MAGA voices echoed Loomer’s outrage. Eyal Yakoby, a self-described MAGA influencer, accused Greene of using a “false analogy,” arguing that Gazans’ support for Hamas distinguishes them from Americans. Barry Tigay, another MAGA user, posted, “The people of Gaza not only elected Hamas, they aided, cheered and praised the atrocities… Americans aren’t the same as the death cult jihadists. Christians and Jews aren’t the same as Muslims,” reflecting Islamophobic sentiments that Greene’s comments challenged.
The backlash highlights Greene’s fraught relationship with MAGA hardliners. While a staunch Trump supporter, she has clashed with figures like Loomer and Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL), whom she criticized in July for endorsing Gaza’s starvation, per TIME. Her Gaza stance aligns with a small but growing GOP faction, including Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX), who called for increased humanitarian aid, signaling a broader party split as Trump himself acknowledged Gaza’s “real” starvation crisis.
On X, reactions to Greene’s post are polarized. Liberal users like @SprinterExpres0 praised her, writing, “Republican US congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene launches a scathing attack on Israel… accusing it of using US military aid ‘to pay for genocide,’” while MAGA supporters like @LauraLoomer branded her a “fraud.” The debate reflects broader tensions, with a Politico poll showing declining support for Trump’s tariffs among 2024 voters and Steve Bannon warning of 2026 midterm losses if GOP infighting persists.
Humanitarian Crisis In Gaza
Greene’s comments spotlight the Gaza crisis, where the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification declared a famine in August, with over 500,000 people facing starvation. Gaza’s Health Ministry reports over 60,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023, with 125, including 85 children, dying from malnutrition, per USA TODAY.
Greene’s call for compassion echoes international pressure, with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer threatening to recognize Palestine as a state if Israel doesn’t address the crisis, and 40 U.S. senators urging Trump to resume ceasefire talks.
Her critique of U.S. aid to Israel, which totals $18 billion since October 2023, challenges GOP orthodoxy but aligns with “America First” skepticism of foreign spending. Critics like Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) dismissed her “genocide” label, saying, “It’s not a genocide, you know, that’s just not the case,” while pro-Israel groups like the American Jewish Committee condemned inflammatory rhetoric.
If America was being bombed day and night because of something horrific our government did, and many innocent Americans and American children were being killed and traumatically injured, and we begged for mercy, but the rest of the world said,
“Americans voted for their…
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) August 23, 2025
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What’s Next?
Greene’s Gaza comments could reshape GOP dynamics, deepening divides as the party navigates Trump’s leadership challenges. Her stance may resonate with voters disillusioned by foreign aid, with a Gallup poll showing only 32% of Americans support Israel’s military actions, down from 42% in 2023. However, her alienation of MAGA hardliners risks her influence within the party, especially as Loomer and others rally against her.
For Democrats, Greene’s remarks offer an opportunity to highlight GOP fractures, with betting markets giving them a 71% chance of retaking the House in 2026. Barack Obama’s return and Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s gubernatorial bid bolster their momentum, while protests over Trump’s policies, including the Smithsonian review and D.C. crackdown, grow. Newsom’s trolling of Trump, mimicking his social media style, adds pressure, framing the president as erratic.
As Greene doubles down, vowing not to be silent, her Gaza stance could influence U.S. foreign policy debates, especially if Trump’s promised food centers for Gaza materialize. The 2026 midterms will test whether her break from MAGA orthodoxy galvanizes a new GOP faction or isolates her.
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