Marjorie Taylor Greene Apologizes, Pledges to End ‘Toxic’ Political Rhetoric

Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has pledged to abandon her signature divisive rhetoric, saying she wants to set an example of civility in American politics. Speaking in an exclusive interview with CNN’s Dana Bash on State of the Union Sunday, Greene described her past political language as “toxic” and offered a public apology.

“I would like to say, humbly, I’m sorry for taking part in the toxic politics; it’s very bad for our country,” Greene said. She cited concern for her own safety following personal attacks by former President Donald Trump, who recently labeled her a “traitor.” Greene warned such language could radicalize others and escalate threats against her.

Greene’s announcement marks a sharp departure from her history of incendiary comments. She has previously supported Facebook posts calling for the execution of Democratic politicians, made Holocaust comparisons to mask mandates, and engaged in personal attacks on colleagues including Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Lauren Boebert. These controversies led to her temporary removal from House committee assignments and expulsion from the House Freedom Caucus.

Reflecting on her past, Greene expressed regret for participating in heated political rhetoric that may have endangered others. “I’m only responsible for myself and my own words and actions … and I’ve been working on this a lot lately, to put down the knives in politics,” she said.

Greene called for a broader political shift toward kindness and cooperation, urging Americans to “come together and end all the toxic, dangerous rhetoric and divide.” She also appealed to Trump to follow her example in reducing incendiary political language.

This public pivot comes amid ongoing tensions with Trump and a period of increasing criticism from within the Republican Party. Observers see it as a significant attempt to rehabilitate her image and appeal to a broader political audience ahead of upcoming elections.