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Greene Accuses Rep. Lawler of Mocking Trump

Published 1 May 2026

Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene accused a fellow Republican lawmaker of privately mocking President Donald Trump during an appearance on The Tucker Carlson Show on Wednesday.

Greene specifically targeted Representative Mike Lawler, a Republican from New York, claiming he hated Trump and imitated his voice in ridicule before the 2024 election. She said Lawler, a Catholic, received heavy financial backing from the Jewish community and Christian Zionists during his narrow election victory in a competitive district. According to Greene, Lawler entered the House "completely bought and paid for by all of the establishment donor class" and quickly shifted to public support for Trump after his 2024 win, earning her nickname "MAGA Mike Lawler." She described this change as politically motivated rather than genuine.

Greene extended her criticisms to broader Republican dynamics, alleging that many party members prioritize donor interests over those of ordinary Americans. She asserted that U.S. presidents, including Trump, must make deals pledging allegiance to Israel to attain power, a pattern she said applies to modern leaders across parties. "To become president of the...

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