Marjorie Taylor Greene dismisses veepstakes competition with Kari Lake: ‘She’s not my rival’

Rep. Marjorie ‌Taylor Greene Denies⁤ “Death Race” Reports

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ⁢(R-GA) is vehemently denying reports ‌that she is⁤ engaged in a ⁢fierce competition with failed gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake to become former President Donald Trump’s running ​mate if ‌he ‌secures ⁤the ⁤GOP nomination next year.

“Kari Lake is⁢ not ‌my opponent,” Greene stated in an interview with⁣ the ‍Washington Examiner⁢ on ​Tuesday. “I’m actually excited to support her when she announces her candidacy for the Arizona Senate.”

Behind-the-Scenes Feud

These comments from Greene come in response to recent reports⁣ from Rolling Stone,‌ which suggest‌ a hidden rivalry between the two Trump allies as‍ they ⁤vie for the coveted position of Trump’s running mate. While they rarely criticize each ⁣other publicly, sources claim that behind‍ closed⁤ doors, Greene and Lake view each other unfavorably and‌ consider themselves ⁢as⁣ direct competitors for Trump’s political⁢ affections.

“Lake is a grifter and [is] trying to keep riding‍ Trump’s coattails​ because she ​lost [in Arizona], so she’s ‍cozying up‍ on the election-integrity messaging,”⁤ sources told Rolling‌ Stone, quoting ⁢Greene’s opinion about Lake.

Meanwhile, Lake has‍ privately ⁤speculated whether Greene has ⁤leaked negative information about ‌her to ‍the⁢ press in an attempt to damage her potential candidacy.

Long Shots⁣ for the No. 2⁢ Spot

Both Greene and Lake have been mentioned as⁢ potential contenders for Trump’s ticket, but their chances are believed to be slim. ⁣Greene‌ has consistently‍ positioned ‍herself as a staunch ally of Trump, defending him amidst legal troubles and criminal indictments.

“I would ⁢be honored [but] I ⁢think the last person that the [Republican National Committee] or the⁢ national party wants is me as his‍ running mate,” Greene admitted to the New York ‌Times.

Lake’s campaign, after winning the​ CPAC⁣ straw⁣ poll as the preferred vice presidential candidate, responded by humorously stating, “We’re flattered, but unfortunately⁤ our legal team says the Constitution won’t allow her to serve as Governor and VP at the same time.” This⁤ comment ⁤refers to Lake’s⁤ baseless claims ⁤of election misconduct ⁢in the⁤ Arizona governor’s race, which ⁤were ultimately ⁣dismissed in court.

Future Plans

In addition to ​the⁤ vice presidential speculation, Lake is also considering a run for Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s (I-AZ) seat, which‌ could complicate her chances of becoming Trump’s running mate. As of now, there has been no response from Lake’s spokesperson ⁢regarding her plans.

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