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Trump clashes with Marjorie Taylor Greene over Epstein files

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U.S. President Donald Trump attacked his vocal Republican ally, Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, on social media seemingly over her push to release the Epstein files. The feud is dividing the MAGA movement and fuelling questions about Trump's ties to the convicted sex offender.

Breakdown
  • Marjorie Taylor Greene, previously a strong Trump ally, was publicly criticized by Trump after calling for the release of the Epstein files. 19s
  • Greene stated that Trump's language has endangered her and attributed the fallout to her stance on the Epstein files. 30s
  • Trump ordered an investigation into Epstein's ties to Democrats, which some lawmakers see as a tactic to delay releasing documents. 1m 11s
  • Despite the backlash, Greene remains firm in her demand for transparency and has apologized for her past role in toxic politics. 1m 30s
  • The House plans to vote on a bill to compel release of all Epstein files, though it is expected to stall in the Senate. 2m 33s
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