Greene publicly rebukes Loomer's attacks, says they hurt GOP candidates
Marjorie Taylor Greene denounced Laura Loomer's social media posts as hateful and racist, saying they represent Trump's new MAGA party. Greene said Loomer's attacks hurt Republican Senate candidate Ashley Moody in Florida. Loomer responded by referencing Greene's past association with Milo Yiannopoulos.
Greene’s rebuke marks a rare public break from a figure closely tied to Trump’s inner circle, though the two have clashed since her resignation from Congress in January. Loomer’s counterattack invoked Greene’s past hiring of Milo Yiannopoulos, who was recently deported, and her feud with the president over Epstein-related documents. Greene specifically argued Loomer’s posts undermine Republican Senate candidate Ashley Moody in Florida, where Nixon is the Democratic challenger. Loomer denied any official White House role, asserting her independence.
The exchange highlights ongoing fractures within Trump-aligned factions, with Greene positioning herself against what she calls the “new MAGA” while Loomer claims loyalty to the president’s base. Greene’s criticism follows her earlier denunciations of administration policies, including cost-of-living issues and the Iran war, signaling her continued distance from Trump despite her past support.
This public feud could reshape how Republican voters perceive internal party divisions, potentially influencing primary dynamics and donor confidence ahead of key races. Greene’s denunciation may embolden other conservatives to criticize inflammatory rhetoric, while Loomer’s defense could rally hardline supporters who value unvarnished messaging. The impact may be felt most in Florida’s Senate contest, where attacks could shift independent or moderate voter sentiment. However, the broader effect depends on whether Trump intervenes, as his endorsement remains decisive for many GOP voters.