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Marjorie Taylor Greene Explores New Political Party

Published 2 July 2026

Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she is exploring the creation of a new political party, framing it as a "true America-focused" alternative to the Democratic and Republican parties. Greene made the remarks during a televised interview on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, stating she is in talks with potential allies about the structure and feasibility of the long-term effort.

The move follows Greene's dramatic and public break with President Donald Trump, whom she once fiercely supported. She resigned from Congress earlier this year after a series of policy disagreements with the administration, most notably over U.S. foreign policy and military action against Iran. In her recent interview, Greene escalated her criticism, accusing Trump of being a "traitor" who is "working on behalf of Israel, not America." She argued the conflict with Iran has financially burdened Americans and represents a betrayal of the "America First" agenda.

The White House responded dismissively. A spokesperson labeled Greene a "quitter" who abandoned her constituents and the political movement that once supported her.

Greene described the nascent party as an attempt to unite disenchanted...

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