Internecine Conflict in MAGA Over Israel: Loomer vs. Greene

An intense rift has emerged within the MAGA movement, spotlighting a clash over President Trump’s America First policy and his support for Israel. The feud flared dramatically on social media when Laura Loomer, a prominent advisor and fiercely loyal supporter of Trump, blocked Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene on X (formerly Twitter), igniting a firestorm of heated criticisms.

Background of the Feud

• Initial Conflict: The discord between Loomer and Greene escalated after Greene accused AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) of violating federal laws for hosting new members of Congress on a fully-funded trip to Israel.

• Greene’s Controversial Comments: During an appearance on a podcast hosted by former Congressman Matt Gaetz, Greene made headlines by asserting that Israel, a “secular democracy,” doesn’t require American assistance, even going as far as implying that Israel was committing genocide in Gaza.

  “Israel is not hurting…they are more than capable of not only defending themselves but annihilating their enemies,” Greene stated, criticizing the influence of AIPAC in American politics.

Loomer’s Response

Following Greene’s assertions, Loomer did not hold back in her disapproval:

• Accusations of Hypocrisy: Loomer criticized Greene for soliciting donations from Jewish Republicans while making remarks that some deem antisemitic. Loomer highlighted Greene’s past pleas for support after previous controversial statements.

  “While I have no love for AIPAC… it’s so funny watching @RepMTG come out and say she is going on an anti-Israel crusade,” Loomer tweeted.

• Escalating Tensions: Loomer continued her tirade, unfazed by her former friend no longer being able to read the insults after being blocked.

Greene Strikes Back

After being blocked, Greene retaliated by sharing a screenshot of the notification and launched into a critique of Loomer’s character, calling her manipulative and deceitful.

• Public Accusations: Greene labeled Loomer’s criticisms as lies aimed at damaging Republican unity. She argued:

  “Laura Loomer will lie about and slander the best people… 95% of her slanderous attacks are against Republicans. Why does she do that? Because she is not MAGA, she is MIGA.”

Broader Implications

The ongoing conflict is reflective of deeper divides within the MAGA movement, where views on support for Israel clash:

• Divided Support: A growing faction within MAGA expresses skepticism towards Israel, while others maintain unwavering support.

• Commentary: Conservatives have weighed in on the feud, with figures like Mark Levin praising Loomer for exposing Greene’s alleged hypocrisy.

  “Marjorie Traitor Greene sounds like a lunatic and Marxist-Islamist Jew-hater,” Levin expressed vehemently.

Expert Insights

Brian Darling, a former senior staffer in the Republican Senate, provided insight into the situation, noting:

• Tension Among Allies: “There’s obviously tension between the America First movement and those who want to support Israel. This has been a longstanding issue within the Republican Party.”

The debate surrounding Israel and its relationship with the U.S. is likely to provoke more discussions in the months to come, as factions within MAGA continue to grapple with their differing ideologies.

Conclusion

The public spat between Laura Loomer and Marjorie Taylor Greene underscores the ongoing ideological battles within the MAGA movement. As these discussions evolve, the impact of differing views on foreign policy, particularly regarding Israel, will shape the future dynamics of Trump’s loyal supporters.

For ongoing updates on the situation, visit Politico or The New York Times.