Marjorie Taylor Greene called for prayers that the U.S. “not be attacked by terrorists at home” after Trump ordered strikes on Iran, voicing broader MAGA unease about foreign entanglements.
At a Glance
- Marjorie Taylor Greene asked Americans to “pray that terrorists do not attack our homeland” following Trump’s strike on Iran
- Her statement came shortly after Trump announced the bombing in a televised address
- Greene has previously criticized military involvement, warning it could set the U.S. back “20 years”
- Her comments spotlight growing MAGA tension between interventionists and isolationists
- While Greene echoed nationalist concerns, other MAGA figures have reaffirmed support for Trump’s decision
Greene’s Call for Prayer
As reported by MSN, Greene took to X to say: “Let us join together and pray for the safety of our US troops and Americans in the Middle East,” adding concern that terrorists might launch retaliatory attacks on U.S. soil.
The statement came hours after Trump announced precision strikes against Iranian nuclear sites. Greene’s remarks reflect anxiety among “America First” lawmakers about potential domestic repercussions from foreign military action.
Watch a report: MAGA Allies Clash Over Trump’s Iran Strike.
MAGA’s Foreign Policy Schism
Greene’s reaction highlights a growing divide within Trump’s populist base. Isolationists like Greene and Steve Bannon oppose new overseas entanglements, warning such moves betray MAGA’s anti-interventionist core. According to Politico, Greene previously warned that “a Middle Eastern war will pull America back 20 years.”
In contrast, hawkish MAGA figures—including Charlie Kirk and Fox host Mark Levin—argue Trump’s limited strikes demonstrate strength without risking endless war. The Wall Street Journal reports growing friction among GOP influencers as Trump balances military action with campaign promises.
Broader Tensions and Stakes Ahead
This internal MAGA dispute unfolds against rising political pressures. Some leaders, according to AP News, fear alienating antiwar voters vital for Trump’s 2024 coalition. At the same time, foreign policy hawks are urging stronger measures to deter Iran.
According to The Daily Beast, Trump’s campaign has already begun private outreach to reassure fractious MAGA factions that these strikes remain measured—not a path toward a wider war.
Whether Greene’s warning of terror threats resonates with voters may influence Trump’s next moves. For now, her remarks underscore the tensions testing MAGA unity as the 2024 campaign heats up.
