U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has recently voiced strong criticisms against her Republican colleagues regarding their lack of strategies to tackle rising health care costs amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Criticism of GOP Leadership
Greene specifically called out GOP leadership, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, for failing to provide solutions as health care expenses continue to escalate. Her comments follow a more than week-long government shutdown, which occurred after Congress was unable to pass a budget agreement by the September 30 deadline.
Consequences of Government Shutdown
- Health care subsidies set to expire soon.
- High health insurance premiums predicted for millions of Americans.
- Democrats promising opposition to GOP spending bills lacking health care provisions.
In an interview with CNN’s Manu Raju, Greene expressed frustration with both Democrats and Republicans, stating, “Everyone’s just getting destroyed.” She accused Democrats of creating the health care crisis and criticized Republicans for lacking a new plan to address it.
Demands for Action
Greene urged Johnson to reconvene the House of Representatives, emphasizing the need for action. Johnson has indicated he will not bring the House back into session until Senate Democrats support the GOP’s proposed stopgap spending plan.
“Any serious speaker of the House is going to build consensus within his conference behind a plan,” Greene stated, stressing the importance of addressing the issue rather than working behind closed doors.
Concerns about Trump’s Advisory Team
When questioned about Donald Trump’s adherence to MAGA principles, Greene noted her concerns regarding the advice the former president receives. “I don’t think he’s always getting the best advice,” she remarked, while affirming her support for Trump.
Public Perception of the Shutdown
Public opinion regarding the government shutdown indicates that many Americans attribute blame to both parties. A CBS News/YouGov poll revealed that:
- 39% of respondents blame Trump and GOP lawmakers.
- 30% hold Democrats responsible.
- 31% see both groups as equally culpable.
As the stalemate persists, it remains uncertain how long the shutdown will continue, with both parties showing little willingness to compromise. Greene lamented the messaging war, stating, “I don’t think anyone is sitting at home going, ‘Oh, this is great.’”
