Georgia Senator Warnock Responds to Marjorie Taylor Greene: ‘I Pray for Her Every Day’
By Jake Beardslee ·
October 18, 2024
During a television appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's show, Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) addressed recent statements made by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) regarding Hurricane Helene's impact on their state. Josh Morgan-USA TODAY
When asked about Greene's social media posts concerning the hurricane's path and electoral districts, Warnock stated, "I pray for her every day." Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News / USA TODAY NETWORK
When Kimmel sought clarification, asking "Do you really pray for her specifically," Warnock responded, "I do." Jack Gruber / USA TODAY NETWORK
The discussion referenced Greene's October 3 social media posts, which included an image comparing hurricane-affected areas with electoral maps. Mark Hoffman / USA TODAY NETWORK
Greene wrote on X, "This is a map of hurricane affected areas with an overlay of electoral map by political party shows how hurricane devastation could affect the election." Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia
In a separate post, she stated, "Yes, they can control the weather. It's ridiculous for anyone to lie and say it can't be done." Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) announced that at least 25 people, including a first responder, have died as a result of the severe storm that swept through the state, according to The Hill. Katie Goodale / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Addressing his role as a public servant, Warnock noted that Greene is "a congressperson from our state, and representing people is no small thing," adding, "I consider it the honor of my life." Michael Holahan / USA TODAY NETWORK
