A dangerous escalation in political rhetoric has resulted in assassination threats against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s 22-year-old son, following a public feud between the Georgia congresswoman and President Trump that exposes troubling fractures within the conservative movement.
Story Highlights
- Greene’s son, Derek, received two assassination threats via email after Trump withdrew his endorsement of the congresswoman.
- Police forwarded the threats to the U.S. Secret Service for investigation as part of rising political violence targeting lawmakers.
- Greene accused Trump of using “dog whistle” rhetoric that endangers her family, while also facing a pipe bomb threat at her construction company.
- The feud stems from Greene’s criticism of Republican positions on healthcare and Epstein file releases, breaking with party leadership.
Assassination Threats Target Greene Family
Rome, Georgia, police received two threatening emails on Monday morning, November 17, 2025, explicitly targeting Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s 22-year-old son, Derek.
The messages contained specific assassination threats, with one stating “I am going to assassinate MTG’s son” and another claiming the sender had already “booked a plane ticket” and warning that Derek “will have his life snuffed out soon.”
These credible threats prompted immediate Secret Service involvement, highlighting the dangerous escalation of political tensions into direct family targeting.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene blasts President Trump for his attacks against her in recent weeks suggesting it could be responsible for a recent pipe-bomb threat at her construction company as well as hoax pizza deliveries. https://t.co/B0n1g45lgo
— NBC News (@NBCNews) November 17, 2025
Trump Dismisses Safety Concerns Amid Feud
President Trump’s response to Greene’s safety concerns revealed the depth of their political rift. When asked about Greene’s claims that his criticism endangered her life, Trump told reporters Sunday evening, “I don’t think her life is in danger. I don’t think, frankly, I don’t think anybody cares about her.”
This dismissive stance came after Trump withdrew his endorsement of Greene on Truth Social on Friday, following her criticism of Republican healthcare positions and support for releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. Greene’s willingness to challenge Trump on these issues demonstrates concerning fractures within conservative unity.
Pattern of Political Violence Threatens Democracy
The threats against Greene’s family occur within a broader context of escalating political violence. U.S. Capitol Police reported threats against lawmakers increased from 8,000 in 2023 to nearly 9,500 in 2024, marking the second consecutive year of rising political intimidation.
An Indiana state senator was also swatted on Sunday after Trump criticized Republican lawmakers over congressional redistricting. This pattern of targeting elected officials and their families represents a fundamental threat to democratic governance and the safety of public servants.
Conservative Movement Faces Internal Divisions
Greene’s admission of participating in “toxic politics” during a CNN interview reveals growing awareness within conservative ranks about destructive political rhetoric.
Her apology came amid acknowledgment that she previously remained silent when Trump attacked others, only speaking out when she was targeted herself.
Greene’s recent positions questioning Republican healthcare strategies and supporting transparency regarding Epstein files suggest principled conservative positions that should merit discussion rather than threats.
The targeting of families crosses all acceptable boundaries of political discourse, regardless of policy disagreements within the movement.
