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Marjorie Taylor Greene Tells Host ‘F*** Off’ When Asked About Jewish Space Lasers

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Rep.  (R-Ga.) told a journalist to “f‑‑‑ off” when she was asked on Super Tuesday about “Jewish space lasers,” a reference to an antisemitic that Greene once promoted.

Emily Maitlis, a podcast host and former BBC news presenter, asked, “Can you tell me why so many people that support  love conspiracy theories, including yourself?”

“He seems to attract lots of conspiracy theorists,” Maitlis added.

“Well, let me tell you, you're a conspiracy theorist. And the left and the spreads more conspiracy theories,” Greene responded back

“We like the truth, we like supporting our Constitution, our freedoms and America first,” the congresswoman said before walking off and adding, “We're all done here. We're all done.”

Maitlis then pivoted to “Jewish space lasers,” a reference to Greene's now-deleted Facebook post that promoted an antisemitic conspiracy theory claiming 's wildfires were caused by Jewish space lasers linked to the Rothschilds, a family that has been featured in antisemitic tropes for more than two centuries.

“What about Jewish space lasers? Tell us about Jewish space lasers,” Maitlis said.

“No,” Greene said, turning back toward the journalist. “Why don't you go talk about Jewish space lasers and, really, why don't you f‑‑‑ off? How about that?”

Greene ultimately apologized to the GOP conference for her past embrace of conspiracy theories, saying she didn't know what Jewish space lasers were when she platformed the idea.  

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Nancy Jackson
Nancy Jackson
Nancy grew up in the South where her passion for politics first began. After getting her BA in journalism from Ole Miss she became an arts and culture writer for Athens Magazine where she enjoyed reporting on the eclectic music and art scene in Athens, GA. However, her desire to report on issues and policies impacting everyday Americans won out and she packed her bags for Washington, DC. Now, she splits her time between the Nation’s Capital and Philadelphia where she covers the fast-paced environment of politics, business, and news. In her off time, you can find Nancy exploring museums or enjoying brunch with friends.

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