Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) found herself in an embarrassing situation on the House floor when she suggested that Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) was confused due to her age. However, it quickly became clear that it was Greene who was misinformed, and DeLauro took the opportunity to educate her.
Greene, known for promoting conspiracy theories and speaking at a white nationalist event, attacked DeLauro for warning about a potential government shutdown. She pointed out that DeLauro, who is 80 years old and has been in Congress for over 30 years, had voted for a continuing resolution that would extend the budget, thus avoiding a shutdown.
While it is true that the House passed a budget resolution, DeLauro reminded Greene of a basic lesson in civics that most children learn in grade school. She explained that the resolution still needed to be approved by the United States Senate and signed by the president before it becomes law.
DeLauro also criticized Greene and other Republicans who demonstrated a lack of understanding about the process of government. She highlighted the importance of the House, Senate, and the president working together to pass legislation.
The exchange between Greene and DeLauro was captured on video and shared on Twitter, further highlighting Greene’s misguided comments and DeLauro’s patient response.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of knowledge and understanding in the realm of politics and governance. It is crucial for lawmakers to be well-informed and aware of the processes involved in passing legislation to effectively represent their constituents.
