Staff Reports
Sen. Thom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, has expressed his frustration with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, stating that she is harming the image of the Republican Party. He criticized her leadership and accused her of dragging down the party’s reputation. Tillis also described Greene as uninformed and a waste of time, further emphasizing his disapproval of her actions in the House.
Sen. Thom Tillis said he's fed up with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's actions in the House, accusing her of giving the Republican Party a bad name. https://t.co/xtzJG3MTU6
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) April 24, 2024
Greene has been leading efforts to threaten House Speaker Mike Johnson with a motion to vacate, particularly in response to his support for a bipartisan government funding bill and a foreign aid package. This motion was passed by the House and the Senate and is expected to be signed by President Biden. However, Greene continues to assert that Johnson betrayed Republicans by working with Democrats to pass these bills.
Tillis is not alone in his criticism of Greene, as other Republican lawmakers have also voiced their concerns about her behavior. Rep. Marc Molinaro from New York stated that Greene’s actions are causing turmoil in Congress and called for an end to her theatrics. Additionally, there is growing unease among Republicans, including those affiliated with the Trump camp, who fear that Greene’s disruptions could undermine their prospects in the upcoming elections.
Despite the mounting opposition, Greene has not provided a clear timeline for when she plans to pursue a vote to remove Johnson from his position as House Speaker. Her ambiguous statements have caused further uncertainty and controversy within the Republican Party.
The ongoing tensions surrounding Greene’s actions highlight the internal divisions within the Republican Party, as members navigate the challenges of governing and shaping their party’s image to appeal to voters.
