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Greene Calls Gaza Crisis 'Genocide,' Shifts GOP Rhetoric

8/2/2025

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Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has sparked a pivotal change in GOP rhetoric by labeling the Gaza crisis as a "genocide." While many in her party back Israel's response to the October 7 attacks, Greene highlights the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, urging a reevaluation of U.S. aid and calling for compassion for all affected.

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Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has sparked a pivotal change in GOP rhetoric by labeling the Gaza crisis as a "genocide." While many in her party back Israel's response to the October 7 attacks, Greene highlights the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, urging a reevaluation of U.S. aid and calling for compassion for all affected.