“Voters Back Marjorie Taylor Greene Despite Rift With Trump”

By Manisha Sahu | America News World
November 23, 2025

ROME, GEORGIA — For years, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was one of the most polarizing figures in American politics—celebrated by her supporters for her uncompromising loyalty to former President Donald Trump and dismissed by critics as a symbol of rising extremism in Washington. Yet in the rolling foothills and small towns of northwest Georgia, Greene’s political persona resonated deeply with many voters who felt sidelined by national leaders and energized by her fiery rhetoric.

Marjorie Taylor Greene (center) speaks at a news conference on the Epstein Files Transparency Act at the Capitol on November 18. (AP Photo)

Now, after a dramatic and public falling-out with Trump—an unexpected rupture that culminated in her surprise announcement Friday night that she would resign from Congress—constituents in her district are reacting with a mixture of shock, steadfast loyalty, and stubborn pride.

Many of them say they are still standing by her.

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A Loyalty Years in the Making

For Greene’s supporters, her appeal went far beyond her national headlines. She was, in their view, “one of us”—a representative who spoke plainly, picked fights unapologetically and remained fiercely aligned with conservative grassroots voters even as she sparked outrage elsewhere.

Greene’s congressional district, stretching across Georgia’s rocky northwest corner, has long been a conservative stronghold. Residents were often quick to defend her, insisting that the criticism she drew from Democrats, the media, and even fellow Republicans was less about her behavior and more about her unwillingness to conform to Washington’s expectations.

“People in D.C. hated her because she wouldn’t bow down,” said Bill Morgan, a small business owner in Dalton. “But that’s what made her great here. She said what we were all thinking.”

For some voters, that loyalty began to fray only in recent months—after growing signs of her deteriorating relationship with Trump. Greene had spent years building her identity around unwavering support for the former president, so when the partnership soured, the uncertainty trickled back home.

But Friday’s resignation, delivered in a brief and tense message online, seemed to crystallize the complicated relationship between Greene and her community: fierce devotion intertwined with residual disappointment.

A Rift Few Saw Coming

Greene’s fall from Trump’s inner circle had been slowly but visibly playing out. Sources familiar with the friction described a rising wave of disillusionment inside Trump’s orbit regarding Greene’s political tactics, messaging strategy, and insistence on positioning herself as Trump’s most indispensable ally.

What began as subtle distancing reportedly escalated into direct conflict. Greene, known for airing grievances publicly, confronted Trump’s advisors over what she claimed was a coordinated effort to diminish her influence. The tension ultimately burst into view last week after a series of bitter disagreements on strategy surrounding Trump’s prospective second-term agenda.

Then came Friday night’s announcement: Greene would resign from Congress, effective immediately.

To outsiders, the moment marked the abrupt unraveling of one of the most high-profile alliances in right-wing politics. But on the ground in Georgia, the reaction was far more personal.

“Trump did her wrong,” said Donna Kirksey, a retiree in Rome. “She fought for him more than anyone, and this is the thanks she gets? I don’t blame her for stepping away.”

Criticism, Controversy — and Respect

Greene’s tenure in Congress was defined by a dizzying blend of provocations and legislative posturing. She gained notoriety for amplifying conspiracy theories, sharing misinformation and heckling President Joe Biden during the State of the Union. She pursued confrontations with Democrats and Republicans alike, threatened colleagues, and used scorched-earth tactics to advance her agenda.

Many in her district did not approve of everything she said—or the way she said it.

“Sometimes she went too far,” admitted Jake Landon, a manufacturing supervisor near Cedartown. “Did I need her shouting at the president on TV? No. But did I appreciate that she didn’t pretend to be something she wasn’t? Absolutely.”

But others embraced her theatrics as necessary pushback in an era they believe is stacked against conservative voices.

“She told the truth in a way that scared the elites,” said Rebekah Orr, a schoolteacher in Walker County. “People act shocked by her style, but honestly, we’re past the point of polite politics.”

That mixture of approval and discomfort defined much of Greene’s time in office. Her supporters often viewed her missteps as either forgivable or strategically justified. Even voters who disapproved of her tone often praised her consistency—or the perception of it.

A Test of Political Identity

The sudden break with Trump and her subsequent resignation created a rare fracture in the identity many constituents shared with Greene. For years, she had portrayed herself as Trump’s fiercest defender. Voters who loved Trump trusted her; those who loved her trusted Trump. The political identities were intertwined.

But when Trump’s camp moved away from her, many northwest Georgians made it clear they weren’t budging.

“Trump has done a lot of good,” said 44-year-old factory worker Brian Templeton. “But when he cuts off someone like Marjorie, it makes you wonder who’s advising him. She always had our backs. Does he still?”

Others said the rift felt like another example of Washington politics leaving behind those who didn’t play the game.

“Washington wants quiet, obedient Republicans,” said Nicole Henderson, a local GOP volunteer. “Marjorie was loud, and they punished her for that.”

What Comes Next

Greene’s resignation creates a power vacuum in one of the most conservative districts in the nation. A special election will likely follow, and early conversations among Republicans suggest a crowded primary is inevitable. Potential candidates include state legislators, county officials and conservative activists who have long eyed the seat but avoided challenging Greene.

As for Greene herself, she hinted at “new battles ahead” in her announcement—sparking speculation about a potential media role, a national advocacy campaign or even a future Senate run.

Back home, many voters say they will support her in whatever comes next.

“People underestimate how deep her support is here,” said Tina Levingston, who runs a small bakery in LaFayette. “Resignation or not, she’s not going anywhere.”

And in northwest Georgia, neither is the loyalty that sustained her—through controversies, confrontations and the unexpected collapse of her alliance with Donald Trump.