On Thursday, Feb. 4, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene was removed from her committee appointments by the House of Representatives. Greene is a Republican and has made quite the name for herself as a far-right conspiracist who believes in Pizzagate, school shootings being staged, among others. 

In an article written by “Vogue,” it is mentioned that Greene herself said she feels “freed.” She commented that her removal means that she now has more time on her hands, which will lead to her reaching out, spreading her message to more people and gathering support from the American people. Democrats were joined by 11 Republicans who voted for Greene’s removal, and while I believe she represents the evil of the Republican party, “Vogue” believes that there is a deeper issue within the Republican party and Greene is just a symptom. 

The Republican party at its core lacks morals and over the years has turned into something completely different, straying farther and farther away from the core of what the Republican party is based on. As a History and Political Science double major, I believe it is crucial to remind ourselves what each party’s founding principles are. The core of the Republican party includes small government and a hands-off approach from the government. The core difference between the Republican and Democratic parties is how much involvement there is from the government. We must not forget these ideals.

A few days ago, I read a Congressman could face the threat of losing his seat because he voted against his Republican party. I believe ever since Jan. 6, the Capital Hill riots, the party has been in shambles and can barely keep afloat. More Republicans are moving to these extremes in order to guarantee the support of the small minority within the Republican party that support Donald Trump. I think it will be interesting how the impeachment trial will play out in the coming weeks. 

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