Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has made headlines again, speculating that the Trump administration may soon carry out military action against Iran following the recently disclosed release of over 3 million investigative files related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Greene, who once aligned closely with Trump but has since faced a public fallout with him, took to X to express her views on the matter.
In her post, she suggested that the timing of the release is suspicious and indicated that it could motivate a significant military move. “Well based on files released and then deleted, I’d say the odds went up on bombing Iran,” she remarked, drawing from a conspiracy theory positing that major international incidents are often staged on Fridays to influence media narratives for the following week.
Her comments came in light of growing tensions involving Iran, especially as Trump has been vocal about the U.S. stance towards the nation. Just earlier this week, Trump issued a warning on Truth Social, indicating that a “massive armada” led by the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is en route to Iran, urging the country to negotiate a “fair and equitable deal.” He expressed hopes for swift discussions to prevent escalated conflict, emphasizing the urgency surrounding nuclear negotiations.
Additionally, Greene’s remarks also referenced her complex relationship with Trump. Following their fallout, she accused the former president’s supporters of launching personal attacks against her, including death threats, and claimed that these threats have been exacerbated by her criticisms of Trump’s actions regarding the Epstein files.
The release of the Justice Department’s documents has indeed sparked significant controversy, with over 2,000 videos and 180,000 images being part of the extensive files. These materials, which are heavily redacted, include sensitive content that complicates the investigation further. The Deputy Attorney General mentioned that millions of documents have been reviewed, highlighting the substantial scale and complexity of the Epstein inquiry.
As the situation continues to evolve, both Greene’s comments and the ongoing developments raise questions about the political climate as well as the implications of the released materials for those involved. While tensions remain high, it is crucial for diplomatic efforts to take precedence in addressing the issues at hand, hoping for a peaceful resolution as discussions surrounding national and international integrity unfold.