Marjorie Taylor Greene Praises Nancy Pelosi in Unexpected Remarks
Amid growing speculation about a potential presidential bid driven by frustration at President Trump for not backing her Senate ambitions, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene offered unexpected praise for former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The moment surprised many given Greene’s previously harsh criticism of the Democratic leader.
An Unusual Compliment
When asked about Pelosi’s decision to retire at age 85 after nearly four decades in Congress, Greene began with humor before turning sincere.
“Well, my reaction is I believe in term limits,” she joked. “However, I will praise Nancy Pelosi. She had an incredible career for her party. I served under her speakership in my first term of Congress, and I'm very impressed at her ability to get things done.”
Criticism of Fellow Republicans
Greene used the opportunity to once again lash out at members of her own party, arguing that they often fail to deliver results for voters.
“I wish we could get things done for our party, like Nancy Pelosi was able to deliver for her party. So, I wish her well in her retirement, but I would like to see people exit Washington a lot sooner rather than wait until they're 80.”
A Sharp Contrast to Past Comments
This acknowledgment marks a dramatic shift in tone from Greene’s earlier comments. In a 2019 video circulated by CNN, she offered a far harsher assessment of Pelosi.
“She's a traitor to our country, she's guilty of treason.”
Author’s Summary
Greene’s sudden praise for Pelosi highlights her evolving political tone amid speculation about future ambitions and ongoing tension within her own party.