Political Clash Escalates Over Epstein Files
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly stated that former President Donald Trump is putting her life at risk through his social media activity. The conflict centers around Trump labeling Greene as a traitor to the Republican Party during their ongoing disagreement about government documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump Withdraws Support Amid Growing Tensions
The political rift between Trump and Greene, who was previously one of his most vocal supporters, has intensified significantly. On Saturday, November 15, 2025, Trump made a decisive move by withdrawing his endorsement of Greene and encouraging a primary challenge against her in Georgia's congressional district.
In his social media post, Trump not only called Greene a traitor but also described her as a disgrace to her party. This dramatic shift in their relationship comes as Greene joins a small group of House Republicans pushing for complete disclosure of Justice Department files concerning Jeffrey Epstein.
Greene Responds to Trump's Accusations
During an appearance on CNN's State of the Union on Sunday, Greene expressed deep concern about the language used by the former president. The most hurtful thing he said, which is absolutely untrue, is he called me a traitor, Greene told the network. She emphasized that such terminology could radicalize people against her and create genuine safety concerns.
Despite the personal risk and political pressure, Greene remains steadfast in her position. Unfortunately, it has all come down to the Epstein files, and that is shocking, she added, confirming she will not retreat from her demand for transparency regarding the Epstein documents.
The House of Representatives has scheduled a vote on releasing the Epstein files for Tuesday, creating a pivotal moment in this political confrontation. Both House Speaker Mike Johnson and Trump have resisted calls for full disclosure of these documents.
Broader Political Implications
This conflict represents more than just a personal disagreement between two prominent Republican figures. Greene has recently challenged her party on multiple fronts, including advocating for Obamacare subsidies to resolve the recent government shutdown more quickly.
She has also suggested that Trump is deviating from his America First agenda through foreign military deployments and diplomatic engagements. According to Greene, the former president should refocus his attention on domestic matters rather than international affairs.
Trump has countered that the emphasis on Epstein investigation details represents a Democratic hoax designed to distract from his political agenda. The Justice Department announced on Friday that it would investigate Epstein's connections to prominent Democrats, including former President Bill Clinton, following Trump's public demand for such a probe.
The escalating tension between these former allies highlights deepening divisions within the Republican Party as it navigates complex issues surrounding transparency, political loyalty, and policy priorities.
