Russian State Television Valentin Bogdanov and Marjorie Taylor Greene

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has become a prominent figure on Russian state media, echoing Kremlin viewpoints on the war in Ukraine. Her frequent appearances on Russian state television and in state-owned publications, along with her statements against U.S. aid to Ukraine, have led to accusations of her disseminating Kremlin propaganda. Greene often reiterates the narrative that Ukraine provoked the Russian invasion through alliances with the West and contends that the U.S. is misrepresenting the conflict, emphasizing Ukraine’s inability to win. This stance aligns with Putin’s assertions that Ukraine instigated the “special military operation” due to its NATO aspirations.

Prominent Kremlin propagandists have even suggested Greene as a potential replacement for Donald Trump in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. On Russia-1, a state television channel, correspondent Valentin Bogdanov discussed this possibility with Vladimir Solovyov, a close ally of Putin. They posited that American voters are disillusioned with both Trump and President Biden, whose approval ratings have declined. Bogdanov highlighted a growing desire for a new political direction in the U.S., mentioning Greene as a potential contender.

Russian state television, specifically through figures like Valentin Bogdanov, has amplified Greene’s statements. In July 2022, State Duma member and Russia-1 host Evgeny Popov interpreted Greene’s social media posts as an endorsement of Putin’s war efforts in Ukraine.

State-run news agencies, such as RIA Novosti and Tass, have also featured Greene’s remarks. They quoted her accusations against Biden for involving the U.S. in a “proxy war” with Russia and questioning the rationale behind defending Ukraine’s borders, given its non-NATO status. Furthermore, these outlets quoted Greene’s allegations that the U.S. government is being dishonest about the war and needlessly prolonging the conflict.

Greene’s consistent opposition to U.S. aid for Ukraine dates back to the war’s commencement in February 2022. She has argued that financial assistance only prolongs the conflict and results in unnecessary casualties. She has also asserted that providing Ukraine with false hope of victory is irresponsible, given the insurmountable odds.