Post shared on social media Marjorie Taylor Greene claims she criticized Joe Biden for scheduling Hanukkah on the same day as Christmas.
@RepMTG
“Why would Joe Biden schedule Hanukkah on the same day as Christmas? I’ll tell you why, because he hates Christians.” MTG
MTG is an idiot of Magato! Biden can’t make plans for Hanukkah because he’s a Christian! For hundreds of years, Hanukkah begins each year on Christmas Day. fool! ! pic.twitter.com/VO2otCxP97— D. Lesser (@HarleyGal54) December 27, 2024
Verdict: False
There is no evidence that MTG said this.
Fact check:
Greene was recently the target of a bomb threat, which turned out to be a hoax. CBS News Reported. According to the paper, a police officer responding to the threat collided with a 66-year-old woman in a car, resulting in the woman’s death.
A post shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared purported remarks from Greene blaming Biden for both holidays falling on the same day. The post also includes an image of Greene holding a gun.
The post reads, “Why would Joe Biden schedule Hanukkah on the same day as Christmas?” I’ll tell you why, because he hates Christians. ” MTG. ”
That claim is inaccurate. There is no record of her saying this to anyone. socializing media account. But Green shared a post celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah on her X account. (Related: Did MTG accuse Republican congressman with similar accusations to Matt Gaetz)
Merry Christmas everyone!
Blessings to you all!! pic.twitter.com/WF9Cl7TtUa
— Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@mtgreenee) December 25, 2024
To all my Jewish friends and neighbors, I wish you a joyful celebration filled with love, family, and blessings.
Happy Hanukkah! pic.twitter.com/Uw6Zrsmx5q
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) December 26, 2024
Although both holidays have coincided on the same day, this is a very rare occurrence. Associated Press.
This is not the first time a false quote has circulated online. Check Your Fact recently debunked President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that you should never hurt your mother.
