UPDATE: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., issued an urgent apology for her role in “toxic politics” during a revealing CNN interview on November 16, 2025. This statement comes on the heels of her public fallout with former President Donald Trump, who labeled her a “traitor” just a day prior.
In a candid moment on the State of the Union program, Greene addressed the backlash following her comments regarding threats against her safety. “Obviously, any threats to your safety are completely unacceptable,” host Dana Bash pointed out, highlighting Greene’s criticism of Trump’s public attacks on dissenters. Greene acknowledged Bash’s remarks as “fair” and reflected on her actions.
Earlier this week, Greene revealed that private security firms had alerted her to a surge in threats, claiming, “A hot bed of threats against me are being fueled and egged on by the most powerful man in the world.” During the interview, she took responsibility, stating, “I would like to say humbly, I’m sorry for taking part in the toxic politics. It’s very bad for our country.”
Greene’s apology is significant as it follows her history of controversial rhetoric, including prior statements advocating aggressive political action. Bash reminded her of past posts where she posed with a firearm next to members of the Squad and tweets calling for the execution of public figures like Nancy Pelosi and Barack Obama. Greene responded, “I think America needs to come together and end all the toxic, dangerous rhetoric and divide.”
The tension escalated over the weekend when Trump, who has long been an ally of Greene, withdrew his endorsement, further complicating her political standing. Greene’s loyal support for Trump has been evident, as she campaigned vigorously for him and invested significant personal funds into his campaign efforts.
Greene emphasized the need for unity, expressing her desire to foster kindness among Americans. “I hope that President Trump can do the same,” she added, signaling a potential shift in her political strategy following this public conflict.
As this situation develops, observers will be watching closely to see how both Greene and Trump navigate their fractured relationship and the implications for their political futures.
Stay tuned for more updates on this fast-evolving story.
