Former Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene stated that the GOP must expel Donald Trump if it hopes to achieve future success, following significant Republican losses in the recent midterm elections. Greene argued that Trump has "has absolutely destroyed" the party, which she characterized as a "warmongering, corrupt, corporate focused, entity that does not at all reflect the conservative values of its voters."
Greene, who had previously indicated a departure from the GOP and discussed the possibility of forming a new party, described the Democrats' electoral performance as a "total referendum" on Trump. She contended that Trump's call for voters to support candidates as if he were on the ballot resulted in a clear message from the public regarding his administration's handling of issues like the Jeffrey Epstein case and the economic impact of his tariffs and actions concerning Iran.
She expressed doubt that Republican lawmakers would heed her advice, noting that many secured their victories due to Trump's endorsement. Greene suggested that those who served in his administration would remain loyal, possibly in hopes of receiving pardons. She predicted that if the party continues to defend Trump, it risks being unable to win national elections for decades.
Greene told The New York Times’ “The Call” that the recent election results represent a shift, as Trump appears to have lost support even from his base. She described herself as not currently aligning with any political party.