Why Did Marjorie Taylor Greene Say ‘I’m Not Suicidal’ While Demanding Epstein Transparency?

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) issued a stark warning on X Saturday, declaring she is "not suicidal" amid her renewed push for the full release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, implying potential threats from "foreign governments or powerful people" if harm should befall her. (Getty Images)

Washington, D.C. – 27 September 2025 - Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) issued a stark warning on X Saturday, declaring she is "not suicidal" amid her renewed push for the full release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, implying potential threats from "foreign governments or powerful people" if harm should befall her. The comments, posted shortly after she reaffirmed her support for a discharge petition to force the documents' declassification, have ignited a firestorm of reactions, from fervent support among her base to accusations of fearmongering from critics.

In the post, Greene wrote: "I am not suicidal and one of the happiest healthiest people you will meet. I have full faith in God and Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. As a sinner, I am only saved through His grace and mercy. With that said, if something happens to me, I ask you all to find out which foreign government or powerful people would take heinous actions to stop the information from coming out." The statement echoes past instances where she has invoked similar language, such as in May 2025 when she said, "I’m not controlled by big pharma, the military industrial complex, or AIPAC. And I’m not suicidal nor depressed and I never have been."

Greene's remarks follow her endorsement of a discharge petition led by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) aimed at bypassing House leadership to compel the release of Epstein-related documents held by the Department of Justice. In a separate X post earlier that day, she clarified her stance: "I stand with girls and women who are sexually abused and raped. Period. Every time. At all times... The Epstein rape and pedophile network must be exposed." She emphasized that her support transcends party lines, noting that victims' attorneys have stated former President Donald Trump "did nothing wrong" and was the only one who helped them, while criticizing Democrats for inaction during their control of Congress.

Epstein, the financier convicted of sex trafficking who died in 2019 in what was ruled a suicide, continues to cast a long shadow. His connections to high-profile figures, including Trump, Bill Clinton, and others, have fueled demands for transparency. Greene has been vocal on the issue for months, including in August 2025 when she highlighted subpoenas issued by the House Oversight Committee to the Clintons and former officials like James Comey and Loretta Lynch. In September, she attended a press conference with Epstein survivors alongside Massie and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), despite facing protests from anti-Trump demonstrators.

The discharge petition, if successful, would force a floor vote on legislation mandating the DOJ's release of non-classified Epstein materials within 90 days. Greene serves on the Oversight Committee, which launched an investigation into the case, and she has vowed to "dive into" it fully while prioritizing victim protection.

The post quickly went viral, trending under #MTGNotSuicidal and drawing over 20,000 likes within hours.

Supporters praised her courage. Mario Nawfal, host of a popular X Spaces show, amplified the message, framing it as a call to "find out who did it" if foul play occurs.One user wrote, "When a sitting member of Congress has to post this before pushing for the Epstein files release… you know she’s directly over the target."

Legal experts caution that while discharge petitions are a valid procedural tool, success is rare—only 28 have passed the House since 1917. The Epstein files involve ongoing sensitivities: Courts have unsealed names from Ghislaine Maxwell's trial, but financial records and videos remain sealed to protect victims and national security.Harvard Law's Laurence Tribe warned that premature releases could trigger defamation suits or endanger survivors, calling it "a political football."

The FBI and DOJ have reaffirmed commitments to probes but cited active investigations as barriers to full disclosure.Greene's invocation of "foreign governments" has raised eyebrows, potentially complicating U.S.-ally relations, though she has not named specifics.

As the petition garners signatures—over 50 as of Saturday evening—the episode underscores the politicization of Epstein's legacy. Greene concluded her clarification post by shifting focus: "Return the focus to helping Americans," citing economic woes like unaffordable healthcare and housing.

 With midterms approaching, both parties eye the files as a potential electoral weapon.