A prominent figure within the Georgia Republican Party has publicly distanced himself from one of the state's most controversial political figures.
Brian K. Pritchard, the newly elected first vice-chair of the Georgia GOP, expressed his disillusionment with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on his online show last Friday. Pritchard criticized Greene for prioritizing her support for the Republican establishment over her ultraconservative allies, as reported by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Pritchard, a conservative talk radio host, was recently elected to a leadership position within the state GOP alongside a group of election deniers. However, last year, Georgia state officials accused Pritchard of illegally voting nine times while he had theft and felony forgery convictions.
The breaking point for Pritchard came after Greene's expulsion from the right-wing Freedom Caucus and an incident involving Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), during which Greene allegedly insulted her colleague. On his online show, Pritchard declared, "I'm through with her. I'm through." He further likened Greene's clash with Boebert to "a high school girl who went to the bathroom to smoke."
Pritchard's frustration with Greene was fueled by her recent comment in support of the debt limit deal, where she stated that she does not live in a "conservative fantasy land" like some of her ultraconservative allies. According to The AJC, Pritchard found this statement particularly infuriating, as he believed it directly attacked members of Congress who voted against the debt ceiling. He speculated that Greene's shift in rhetoric may be a strategic move to position herself for a Senate run in 2026.
Expressing his disappointment, Pritchard accused Greene of betraying the principles of the "MAGA" movement and the constituents of Georgia's 14th District. He concluded by stating, "I've had it. I tried. But this is it. Every single [expletive] thing that comes out of your mouth is an attack on my congressman. Who do you think you are?"
While Pritchard's decision to distance himself from Greene may not have immediate political ramifications, it highlights the growing divisions within the Georgia Republican Party. As the state GOP grapples with internal conflicts, it remains to be seen how these divisions will impact future elections and the party's overall direction.
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