**Trump’s Clash with Marjorie ‘Traitor’ Green Splits MAGA Base Amid Political Turmoil**
“Marjorie ‘traitor’ Green is a disgrace to our GREAT REPUBLICAN PARTY!” former President Donald Trump declared on his Truth Social platform. His attack on Greene, a staunch supporter during the January 6 events, signals a sharp departure from the old political wisdom of keeping one’s enemies—or frenemies—in close proximity.
During his first term, Trump’s denunciations of those he considered traitors were largely celebrated by his base. However, his recent criticism of Greene, who remains a top supporter, and even hints at backing a primary challenger against her, have created notable divisions within the MAGA movement.
Greene responded on Saturday, revealing that her phone has been “blowing up” with supporters rallying behind her. Yet, the fallout from Trump’s attacks has taken a darker turn. Greene disclosed that she’s now receiving death threats, stating on X:
> “I am now being contacted by private security firms with warnings for my safety as a hot bed of threats against me are being fueled and egged on by the most powerful man in the world—the man I supported and helped get elected.”
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### Pollsters Warn Trump Is Losing Ground
Meanwhile, independent pollsters who have previously shown Trump performing better than mainstream media polls are issuing warnings. They suggest that he is at risk of squandering the support he built in his first six months post-presidency. Should this trend continue, Republicans could lose control of both the House and Senate, opening the door for Democrats to push impeachment efforts anew.
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### Political Developments: Government Shutdown and Epstein Controversy
Despite the wins for Trump and Republicans in the recent government shutdown battle, underlying tensions remain. The debate over releasing information on financier Jeffrey Epstein, involved in egregious crimes, has notably dampened political goodwill.
John Zogby, a Democratic pollster and publisher of the Weekly White House Report Card, highlighted Trump’s potential vulnerability:
> “Trump is in danger again of seeing his approval rating plummet as he balks at releasing the Epstein files.”
Conservative analyst Jed Babbin also commented on the political climate, emphasizing that the recent congressional spending deal merely postponed another government shutdown until January:
> “The Schumer Shutdown is finally over thanks to Republican pressure and Trump’s steadfastness. It was a real defeat for the Democrats, who are now breaking into a minor civil war over it. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) may be done, as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) seems poised to challenge him.”
Babbin cautioned against premature celebrations:
> “The shutdown is only over until January, when it could easily happen again.”
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### Economic and Legal Updates
The Dow Jones Industrial Average recently surpassed 48,000, hinting at a robust economy despite opposing media narratives. In a significant legal development, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) was ruled unconstitutional—not by the Supreme Court, but by the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel.
Babbin explained:
> “The CFPB was unconstitutional from the start because the law establishing it mandates it to draw funding directly from the Treasury instead of relying on congressional appropriations—a setup that is both illegal and unconstitutional.”
On economic matters, Trump has floated the idea of a $2,000 bonus for many U.S. families derived from his tariff policies. However, Babbin expressed skepticism about this initiative coming to fruition.
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### U.S. Military Actions and International Affairs
On the international front, the USS Gerald Ford, the largest U.S. aircraft carrier, is now deployed off the coast of Venezuela. Concurrently, U.S. air strikes have targeted drug cartel boats. Babbin notes:
> “Trump may be attempting to overthrow Venezuelan dictator Nicholas Maduro, but it remains a faint hope.”
There are also ongoing legal debates concerning the legitimacy of these military strikes on drug vessels.
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### The Epstein Files Controversy Deepens
John Zogby offered a harsh critique of the handling of the Epstein saga:
> “The government is open for business again, but the sordid Jeffrey Epstein story has resurfaced, breaking through the news agenda. This was inevitable because President Trump has enabled it.”
Zogby pointed out that rather than fulfilling his campaign promise to release all Epstein-related files, Trump has taken strategic steps to conceal them. Attorney General Pam Bondi’s announcement that the files contain no incriminating evidence was overshadowed by Trump’s order for the Justice Department to investigate various individuals—especially prominent Democrats—for possible Epstein connections.
He added:
> “While there may be Democratic individuals involved—at least according to rumors—there is only one president. Polls indicate that each resurgence of the Epstein issue harms Trump’s numbers, with disapproval rates rising among independents and his GOP approval dipping from the 90s to the low 80s.”
Zogby concluded with a pointed question:
> “If the president is innocent, why does he insist on looking so guilty? Much like Nixon’s infamous tapes, this could unravel dangerously.”
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### About the Analysts
**Jed Babbin** is a Washington Examiner contributor and former deputy undersecretary of defense in President George H. W. Bush’s administration. Follow him on Twitter [@jedbabbin](https://twitter.com/jedbabbin).
**John Zogby** is a Democratic pollster and publisher of the Weekly White House Report Card.
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