MTG Slams Trump's Endorsement of Salazar as 'Insult to His Base'

Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes Trump's backing of GOP Rep. María Elvira Salazar for re-election in Florida's 27th district.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, has criticized his endorsement of Republican Rep. María Elvira Salazar of Florida for re-election. Greene claimed Salazar 'supports illegals more than most Democrats' and that Trump's endorsements are 'an insult to his base.' Trump had praised Salazar as 'doing a truly fantastic job' and gave her his 'Complete and Total Endorsement' for 2026.

Why it matters

This public dispute between Trump and one of his former staunch allies highlights the growing divisions within the Republican Party as the 2026 midterm elections approach. Greene's criticism of Trump's endorsement record suggests a rift between some hardline conservatives and the former president's more moderate picks.

The details

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Greene slammed Trump's endorsement of Salazar, saying 'She supports illegals more than most democrats. His endorsements are an insult to his base.' Salazar, who has served in the House since 2021, thanked Trump for his support and outlined her priorities, including restoring 'dignity and order to our immigration system' and 'codifying strong, permanent border security.' Greene has previously criticized Trump's endorsement record, saying they 'solidify the swamp and ensure the swamp is never drained.'

  • On February 11, 2026, Trump endorsed Rep. María Elvira Salazar for re-election in Florida's 27th congressional district.

The players

Marjorie Taylor Greene

A former Republican Congresswoman and longtime ally of former President Donald Trump who has criticized his endorsement record.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who endorsed Rep. María Elvira Salazar for re-election in Florida's 27th congressional district.

María Elvira Salazar

The Republican Congresswoman representing Florida's 27th district who was endorsed for re-election by former President Donald Trump.

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What they’re saying

“She supports illegals more than most democrats. His endorsements are an insult to his base.”

— Marjorie Taylor Greene, Former Congresswoman (X (Twitter)

“Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar is doing a truly fantastic job representing the wonderful people of Florida's 27th Congressional District! María Elvira Salazar has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election – SHE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!”

— Donald Trump (Truth Social)

“Thank you, President Trump @POTUS, for your support. I will continue to proudly represent FL-27 in Congress and fight for what our community deserves.”

— María Elvira Salazar, Congresswoman (X (Twitter)

What’s next

The 2026 midterm elections in Florida's 27th congressional district will be closely watched to see if Trump's endorsement of Salazar helps her retain her seat.

The takeaway

This dispute between Trump and one of his former staunch allies highlights the growing divisions within the Republican Party as the 2026 midterms approach. It remains to be seen how Trump's endorsement record will impact GOP candidates and the party's overall strategy heading into the next election cycle.