- Marjorie Taylor Greene is a far-right conspiracy theorist, white nationalist, and supporter of political violence who has called for secession.
- Kevin McCarthy is the Speaker of the House who has forged an “ironclad bond” with Greene, appointing her as a policy adviser.
- Growing sentiment in the Republican Party to consider secession is evidenced by polls and a Texas Republican platform calling for a secession referendum.
- Rush Limbaugh expressed support for secession before his death in early 2021.
- Rhetoric employed by Greene and those who share her views stoke emotions of resentment, fear, and contempt, possibly leading to political violence.
- Republican lawmakers and presidential candidates largely ignore Greene and her views, offering only gentle rebukes.
- The Republican Party has become corrupt and normalized the transgressive, unethical, and moronic due to Trump’s leadership.
Published February 21, 2023
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