In a shocking display during a House hearing, Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly humiliated herself while confronting CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about vaccine safety. Greene, known for her controversial views, expressed a desire to keep her staff uneducated, asserting, “I don’t want my staff educated,” while questioning the legitimacy of the CDC’s vaccine adverse event reporting system. This exchange quickly escalated as she attempted to link the COVID-19 vaccine to deaths, disregarding the scientific consensus that vaccines are safe and effective.
Greene’s aggressive questioning failed to acknowledge the complexities of vaccine reporting, insisting that the CDC is responsible for vaccine purchases and implying impropriety on Walensky’s part. “What job are you going to take?” Greene pressed, insinuating that Walensky would join the boards of Pfizer or Moderna due to her handling of vaccine distribution, a claim that drew sharp criticism from both sides of the aisle.
As Walensky attempted to clarify the role of the CDC in reviewing vaccine-related adverse events, Greene interrupted, stub𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧ly promoting her anti-vaccine rhetoric. “I don’t want my staff educated,” she repeated, showcasing a troubling refusal to engage with factual data. Critics were quick to label her performance as not just ignorant but detrimental to public understanding of vaccine safety.
Greene’s outburst comes on the heels of her recent comments regarding the federal indictment of Donald Trump, where she confusedly suggested defunding federal law enforcement. Her repeated missteps have raised eyebrows and concerns within her party, as her comments often reflect a disregard for basic scientific literacy.
As the political landscape continues to shift, Greene’s latest display of ignorance serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing those who prioritize conspiracy over credible science. This latest incident only amplifies the ongoing debate about vaccine safety and public health responsibility, leaving many to question the future of informed discourse in American politics.