President Donald Trump’s latest public dispute with legacy media, sparked by a controversial 60 Minutes interview with former political ally Marjorie Taylor Greene, is highlighting both an intensifying feud with major networks and a growing ideological rift within the GOP’s MAGA movement. Greene’s critique of Trump’s foreign policy and her advocacy for the release of the “Epstein files” have led to her breaking with the President, who has branded her as “not AMERICA FIRST.”
Story Highlights
- Trump blasts Paramount and CBS after airing an interview with Marjorie Taylor Greene.
- Greene, once a staunch Trump ally, has turned critic, citing policy disagreements.
- The conflict highlights divisions within the MAGA movement.
- Trump demands an apology for alleged false reporting by CBS.
Trump’s Reaction to CBS Interview
On December 8, 2025, President Donald Trump expressed his outrage on Truth Social following a critical interview aired on CBS’s *60 Minutes* featuring Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Trump accused CBS and its parent company, Paramount, of dishonest reporting. He claimed that the network has not changed under its new management, despite a $16 million settlement he received earlier in the year for a separate interview involving then-Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump branded Greene as “not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA,” attacking her for her criticism of his administration.
Meanwhile, Trump is taking aim at Paramount this morning, criticizing Paramount-owned CBS 60 Minutes for its interview with Marjorie Taylor Greene https://t.co/PYYzjbrLS5 pic.twitter.com/YJX0iixVJy
— Alayna Treene (@alaynatreene) December 8, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Critique of Trump
During the *60 Minutes* interview aired on December 7, 2025, Marjorie Taylor Greene detailed her reasons for breaking with Trump, citing his foreign policy actions, particularly the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in June 2025, as a betrayal of “America First” priorities. She also explained her role in pushing for the release of the “Epstein files,” which she claims led to threats against her and her family after Trump labeled her a traitor. Greene emphasized her disillusionment with Trump’s leadership and her decision to resign from Congress effective January 5, 2026.
Greene’s departure from the MAGA wing marks a significant ideological and personal rift within the movement. Her resignation and public criticism of Trump reflect broader tensions and fractures within the GOP. Greene’s stance on transparency, particularly her advocacy for the Epstein files, has put her at odds with Trump, who reportedly warned her that releasing the files “was going to hurt people.”
Media and Legal Backdrop
Trump’s clash with Paramount and CBS is part of a long-standing feud with legacy media, which he frequently labels as “fake news.” The settlement with Paramount, which Trump uses as evidence of media bias, underscores the financial and legal dimensions of his relationship with the media. Despite the settlement, Trump insists that the new ownership is “NO BETTER THAN THE OLD OWNERSHIP.”
Greene’s revelations during the *60 Minutes* interview, particularly about the threats she received and Trump’s response, have intensified the discourse around media coverage and the internal dynamics of the GOP. The upcoming release of the Epstein files, mandated by a bill Trump signed, adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing narrative.
Watch the report: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene details ”death threats directly fueled by President Trump’ in interview
Sources:
Trump attacks new CBS owners over Marjorie Taylor Greene interview | Reuters
Trump responds to “traitor” Marjorie Taylor Greene after “60 Minutes” interview – CBS News
MTG on 60 Minutes sends Trump into tailspin rant against ‘No Better’ CBS-Paramount as he demands apology | The Independent
Trump Now Slams Paramount-Skydance Deal After Marjorie Taylor Greene Bashes Him On ’60 Minutes’
