FEC data shows a majority of Greene’s campaign cash comes from small-dollar donors, with spikes following controversies condemned as antisemitic.
By Danielle Arfin
Marjorie Taylor Greene has faced repeated condemnation for rhetoric widely criticized as antisemitic, and she is turning that controversy into cash.
From suggesting that the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) “owns” members of Congress to calling it “America Last,” Greene has promoted conspiracy theories that, according to antisemitism watchdogs, echo long-standing antisemitic tropes. These remarks, reported by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency and denounced by Jewish leaders, not only draw headlines but also appear to energize the grassroots fundraising that fuels her political career.
According to Federal Election Commission data analyzed by OpenSecrets, about 65% of Greene’s campaign money in the 2023 –2024 election cycle came from small contributions under $200, while PAC donations accounted for less than half a percent. Her principal campaign committee reported $1.28 million in receipts in the first half of 2025, with over $760,000 from small-dollar donors.
Many of these contributions come from a loyal base of retirees and conservative voters. In the last cycle, retirees contributed nearly $2.8 million, followed by $867,000 from Republican and conservative networks. Political analysts note that for a candidate with such a profile, moments of controversy, including remarks condemned as antisemitic, can act as fundraising accelerants.
Greene’s ability to capitalize on outrage extends beyond her comments about AIPAC. A high-profile feud with far-right activist Laura Loomer, after Loomer attacked a U.S. Army tribute to Medal of Honor recipient Capt. Florent Groberg, drew extensive media coverage. Political observers point out that such visibility often coincides with a spike in small-dollar donations.
She also raises money through allied political committees, including the joint fundraising committee Marjorie Taylor Greene’s People Over Politicians and her leadership PAC, MTG for Georgia Leadership Committee. In the 2023–2024 cycle, People Over Politicians spent about 45% of its disbursements on transfers to other committees, further strengthening Greene’s political network.
Her fundraising practices have drawn scrutiny before. In 2021, watchdog group Common Cause accused Greene of violating federal “soft money” rules by soliciting unlimited donations for a super PAC tied to the Georgia Senate runoffs. The Federal Election Commission resolved the case in 2023 with a $12,000 civil penalty.
Greene’s political model shows how rhetoric that inflames antisemitic sentiment can serve as more than a cultural flashpoint. It can be a lucrative campaign tactic. By embracing controversy, keeping her name in the headlines, and framing herself as a defiant culture-war figure, she has built a reliable cycle of outrage, attention, and cash flow.
