Senator Ted Cruz urges ignoring 'very liberal' Marjorie Taylor Greene amid GOP tensions

Texas Senator Ted Cruz has publicly urged Republicans and the public to disregard Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene's recent statements, labeling her as having become "very liberal." Cruz criticized Greene for her vocal opposition to Israel, including her description of the Gaza crisis as "genocide," and accused her of supporting policies such as increased government spending, higher taxes, open borders, and amnesty, which deviate from mainstream Republican stances. Greene has also criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson for not presenting a Republican alternative to the Affordable Care Act and has expressed frustration with the handling of the government shutdown, diverging from typical party lines. Despite her alignment with President Donald Trump on many issues, Greene's recent positions on healthcare and Israel have led to rebukes from some Republican colleagues, including Cruz and Senator Bernie Moreno. Cruz contended that Greene's shift does not reflect the views of the majority of Americans and advised against giving weight to her remarks amid ongoing political challenges. This intra-party tension highlights ongoing divisions within the Republican Party regarding policy direction and strategy during the government shutdown.