President Donald Trump did not hold back his criticism following a recent interview featuring Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on “60 Minutes.” His sharp comments came in a post on Truth Social, where he expressed his displeasure with Greene, the interviewer Lesley Stahl, and the network’s parent company, CBS.
Trump’s post made it clear he felt Greene had strayed from her MAGA roots. He described her as “not AMERICA FIRST,” noting a sudden shift in her views. This marked a significant rebuke from a figure who was once one of his loyal allies in the House. “Marjorie is not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA, because nobody could have changed her views so fast,” he wrote, labeling her current positions as those of a “very dumb person.” Such a statement reflects Trump’s tendency to cut ties when he feels betrayed.
His critique extended to Lesley Stahl, whom he dismissed as “washed up” and “Trump hating.” Trump referenced his contentious interview with Stahl back in October 2020, where they discussed Hunter Biden’s laptop. At that time, Stahl claimed that the contents of the laptop “can’t be verified.” Trump pointed out the subsequent verification of the laptop’s authenticity, emphasizing that by the time of his interview, it had already been substantiated across crucial aspects. The mention of an IRS whistleblower in his post added weight to his argument, revealing that Trump believes that crucial evidence linking the Biden family to influence peddling was known but overlooked during the discussion. “I hereby demand a complete and total APOLOGY,” he stated, although he conceded that it would be “far too late to be meaningful.”
Trump also expressed discontent with the executives behind CBS, particularly after Skydance Media merged with CBS owner Paramount. He criticized the network’s direction under its new ownership, claiming, “Since they bought it, 60 Minutes has actually gotten worse!” This highlights his ongoing battle with traditional media outlets, which he perceives as biased against him and his agenda.
During the interview, Greene did not shy away from sharing her views, even when they contradicted Trump’s positions. She mentioned the death threats her family had faced, linking them to her strong stance on various political issues. Greene expressed her continued opposition to the prevailing Democratic views on health care and aid to Israel during its conflict with Hamas, referring to the war as “genocide.” Additionally, she sided with Democrats on releasing documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. This divergence from Trump’s ideology may have contributed to his dissatisfaction with her.
Overall, Trump’s reaction reveals a rift that could have significant implications for Greene as she nears the end of her term in Congress. It underscores the delicate balance of loyalty and ideology within Trump’s sphere. The fallout from this interview may have lasting effects on both Greene’s political standing and Trump’s perception of his remaining allies.
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