Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene stunned the political and faith communities alike after stating that former President Donald Trump does not display a “sincere Christian faith,” citing what she described as a troubling contrast between his rhetoric and the biblical call for forgiveness.

In an interview with The New York Times, the Georgia Republican said her view solidified following a powerful moment during a memorial service for Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, who was killed earlier this year. During the service, Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, publicly forgave the man accused of murdering her husband — an act Greene described as deeply Christlike.

“That was absolutely the worst statement,” Greene said of Trump’s reaction afterward, in which he expressed hatred toward his political opponents. “It just shows where his heart is. And that’s the difference, with her having a sincere Christian faith, which proves that he does not have any faith.”

Greene said the moment forced her to examine her own walk with Christ and her role in the political climate. “I realized that I’m part of this toxic culture,” she said. “I wanted to be more like Christ.”

She later elaborated during an appearance on CNN, saying she regretted contributing to the harsh tone of modern politics. “I would like to say, humbly, I’m sorry for taking part in the toxic politics; it’s very bad for our country,” Greene said. “As a Christian, I don’t believe in continuing to pummel our enemies.”

Her comments quickly drew backlash from the White House. A spokesperson accused Greene of acting out of bitterness and political ambition. “Congresswoman Greene is quitting on her constituents in the middle of her term and abandoning the consequential fight we’re in,” the spokesperson told the Daily Caller News Foundation. “We don’t have time for her petty bitterness.”

Greene’s relationship with Trump has deteriorated in recent months. She has publicly criticized his handling of foreign policy, including U.S. military action against Iranian nuclear facilities, and called for the release of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Trump later withdrew his support for her and reportedly referred to her as a “traitor.”

In a CNN interview with Dana Bash, Greene said her break with Trump stemmed from her insistence on transparency regarding the Epstein files. “I stand with women. I stand with rape victims. I stand with children who are in terrible sex abuse situations,” she said. “I will not apologize for that.”

Greene also alleged that Trump warned her that “my friends will get hurt” if she continued pressing for the release of names tied to the case — a claim that has further intensified tensions between the two.

At the heart of Greene’s remarks is a spiritual reckoning, she says, that has reshaped her priorities. She pointed to Erika Kirk’s forgiveness as a living example of Christ’s teachings, saying it challenged her to reconsider how faith should influence public life.

“You just keep pummeling your enemies, no matter what,” Greene said. “But that’s not what Christ calls us to do.”

Greene announced she will resign from Congress on Jan. 5, 2026, closing a controversial chapter in her political career. For many Christians watching the unfolding story, her comments raise deeper questions about power, humility, repentance, and what it truly means to follow Christ in a deeply divided culture.