Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has ignited controversy by criticizing Fox News for allegedly neglecting to cover her recent attempts to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson, according to a report by Newsweek on Friday, May 10, 2024.
Greene’s motion to remove Speaker Johnson faced significant opposition in the House, resulting in a decisive vote to table it with a 359-43 margin.
In an interview with former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, Greene voiced her frustrations with Speaker Johnson’s leadership, particularly regarding his collaboration with Democrats on federal spending bills, which has sparked criticism from some Republican House members.
Her criticism extended to Fox News, citing analysis by CNN’s Oliver Darcy that suggested the network provided minimal coverage of the House’s vote on the motion compared to other major networks.
Greene accused Fox News of attempting to control the Republican narrative and promoting establishment viewpoints, likening the network’s actions to those during the Bush era.
She also took a swipe at Tucker Carlson, a prominent conservative figure, alleging that Fox News refused to cover her motion and implying animosity towards figures like Bannon and Charlie Kirk.
Greene’s outspokenness has drawn condemnation from fellow Republicans, with South Dakota Representative Dusty Johnson labeling her actions a “tantrum” and questioning their alignment with conservative principles.
Additionally, New York Representative Mike Lawler criticized Greene, labeling her as “Moscow Marjorie” and speculating about the influence of a “space laser” on her behavior, referencing a past controversial remark.
Former President Donald Trump, a strong supporter of Greene, emphasized the importance of GOP unity and cautioned against actions that could portray disarray within the party, highlighting potential implications for electoral success.
The clash between Greene and Fox News underscores ongoing tensions within the Republican Party and raises questions about media coverage and political strategy moving forward.
