Early Life and Education of Marjorie Taylor Greene: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Marjorie Taylor Greene, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, known as MTG, is an American far-right politician, businesswoman, and conspiracy theorist serving as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 14th congressional district since 2021. A Republican, she was elected in 2020 and re-elected in 2022 and 2024, following the retirement of Tom Graves. Greene is known for her controversial views and outspoken political stances.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

May 27, 1974: Marjorie Taylor Greene Born

On May 27, 1974, Marjorie Taylor Greene, née Taylor, was born in Milledgeville, Georgia.

September 1990: High School Incident

In September 1990, Marjorie Taylor Greene was affected by an incident at her high school in which an armed student held 53 students hostage for over five hours.

1992: Graduated from High School

In 1992, Marjorie Taylor Greene graduated from South Forsyth High School in Cumming, Georgia.

1995: Greene marries Perry Greene

In 1995, Marjorie Taylor Greene married Perry Greene while she was in college.

1996: Graduated from University of Georgia

In 1996, Marjorie Taylor Greene graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration.

2002: Acquired Taylor Commercial

In 2002, Marjorie Taylor Greene and her then-husband, Perry Greene, acquired Taylor Commercial from her father.

2011: Stepped Down as CFO

In 2011, Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped down as the company's CFO and began CrossFit training.

2011: Greene Rebaptized into North Point Community Church

In 2011, Marjorie Taylor Greene was rebaptized into North Point Community Church, an evangelical megachurch network based in Alpharetta, in a baptism published in an online video.

2011: Greene rebaptized

In 2011, Marjorie Taylor Greene was rebaptized into North Point Community Church, an evangelical megachurch network in Alpharetta, in a baptism published in an online video.

2014: Greene participates in CrossFit quarterfinals

In 2014, Marjorie Taylor Greene participated in the CrossFit quarterfinals for the CrossFit Games.

2015: Greene participates in CrossFit quarterfinals

In 2015, Marjorie Taylor Greene participated in the CrossFit quarterfinals for the CrossFit Games.

2016: Politically Engaged

During the 2016 Republican Party presidential primaries, Marjorie Taylor Greene became politically engaged.

2017: Said that abortion and Planned Parenthood are holding back minorities

Between 2017 and 2019, Marjorie Taylor Greene said that abortion and Planned Parenthood are two factors holding back minorities in the country.

2018: Greene participates in CrossFit quarterfinals

In 2018, Marjorie Taylor Greene participated in the CrossFit quarterfinals for the CrossFit Games.

2019: Said that abortion and Planned Parenthood are holding back minorities

Between 2017 and 2019, Marjorie Taylor Greene said that abortion and Planned Parenthood are two factors holding back minorities in the country.

August 2020: Expressed support for defunding Planned Parenthood

In an August 2020 interview with Fox News, Marjorie Taylor Greene indicated her support for defunding Planned Parenthood.

September 2020: Opposed mask mandates for children

In September 2020, Marjorie Taylor Greene wrote on Twitter that "children should not wear masks", calling recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other public health officials "unhealthy for their psychological, emotional, and educational growth" and "emasculating" for boys.

2020: Owned stocks in COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers

According to August 2021 financial disclosures, in 2020 Marjorie Taylor Greene owned stocks in three COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, with at least $15,000 of stock in both Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson, and at least $1,000 of stock in AstraZeneca.

January 2021: Moved to Rome, Georgia

By the time she was sworn in in January 2021, Marjorie Taylor Greene reported having moved to Rome, Georgia, within the 14th congressional district.

January 2021: Refused to wear masks during Capitol storming

In January 2021, Marjorie Taylor Greene and other Republicans refused to wear masks in a secured room with other members of Congress during the storming of the Capitol; afterward, it was reported that several representatives tested positive for the virus.

March 2021: Suggested vaccine passports are "Biden's mark of the beast"

In March 2021, Marjorie Taylor Greene suggested on Facebook and Twitter that vaccine passports might be "Biden's mark of the beast", referencing the Book of Revelation and echoing a far-right conspiracy theory. She also introduced the We Will Not Comply Act to ban vaccine passports and the Fire Fauci Act to eliminate Fauci's salary.

July 2021: Dismissed COVID-19 variants and spread misinformation

In July 2021, Marjorie Taylor Greene dismissed the COVID-19 variants, including the Delta variant, saying, "no one cares" and posted misinformation about the virus, saying it "is not dangerous for non-obese people and those under 65".

August 2021: Financial disclosures revealed stock ownership in COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers

September 2022: Perry Greene files for divorce

In September 2022, Perry Greene announced that he was filing for divorce from Marjorie Taylor Greene, citing that their marriage was "irretrievably broken".