Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has once again made headlines for her controversial statements, this time suggesting that Democrats have the ability to control the weather and may have been responsible for creating Hurricane Helene. The unsubstantiated claims were made during a social media post where Greene leaned into a baseless conspiracy theory that has been circulating on fringe platforms.
The comments have sparked outrage and disbelief from both political opponents and meteorological experts, who have dismissed the idea as pure fantasy. Hurricane Helene, which formed in the Atlantic and briefly threatened to impact parts of the U.S. East Coast, has become the latest target for Greene’s conspiratorial rhetoric.
Greene’s Statement and Social Media Reaction
In a recent video posted on X (formerly Twitter), Greene addressed her followers, saying, “Have you noticed how these hurricanes always seem to show up at the most politically convenient times? It’s almost like they can be controlled. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Democrats were behind this one too.”
Greene went on to speculate that technology exists that could manipulate the weather, echoing a range of other debunked conspiracy theories she has espoused in the past. “The left has been obsessed with climate change for years. Who’s to say they haven’t taken it a step further and figured out how to create storms? They’ll do anything for control.”
The post quickly gained traction, with many social media users ridiculing the congresswoman and accusing her of spreading misinformation. Some critics pointed out that Greene’s comments are not only scientifically inaccurate but also irresponsible in the wake of a natural disaster that has the potential to cause real damage and loss of life.
Meteorologists Respond
Meteorologists and weather experts were quick to debunk Greene’s claims, stressing that hurricanes are natural phenomena driven by oceanic and atmospheric conditions, not political machinations. Dr. Ryan Maue, a meteorologist and climate expert, stated, “This is completely unfounded. There is zero evidence that any human entity, let alone a political party, can create or control hurricanes. Such statements only serve to confuse the public.”
Other experts have expressed concern that Greene’s statements could fuel distrust in legitimate scientific information, especially as climate change continues to be a topic of political debate.
Political Backlash
Democratic lawmakers have condemned Greene’s comments, calling them a dangerous distraction. “This is the kind of reckless misinformation that divides our country,” said Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY). “When real people are at risk, spreading conspiracy theories is not only irresponsible but also shows a complete lack of empathy.”
Greene, however, has doubled down on her position, dismissing critics as “leftist puppets” and insisting that she has a right to ask questions about the origins of Hurricane Helene. “They always want to shut me up, but I’m not going to stop,” Greene added in a follow-up post.
Not the First Time
This isn’t the first time Marjorie Taylor Greene has been at the center of controversy over conspiracy theories. The congresswoman has previously made headlines for promoting baseless claims, including suggesting that California wildfires were started by space lasers controlled by a Jewish banking family and questioning the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election.
Her comments on Hurricane Helene are likely to add to the growing list of statements that have raised eyebrows and sparked debate over her influence in the Republican Party and the spread of misinformation among elected officials.