Marjorie Taylor Greene Connects Texas Mass Shooting to Iran Military Strikes
Former Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly linked a horrific mass shooting at an Austin, Texas bar to recent joint military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran. In the wake of the violence that left three people dead and fourteen others wounded, Greene is urging American citizens to arm themselves for protection.
FBI Investigates Potential Terrorism Nexus in Austin Attack
The shooting occurred in the early hours of Sunday, March 1, 2026, near Buford's beer garden in Austin's bustling entertainment district. Law enforcement responded within a minute, ultimately shooting and killing the gunman. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is actively treating the incident as a potential act of terrorism, though officials caution that determining a precise motive requires further investigation.
FBI Acting Special Agent in Charge Alex Doran stated during a press conference that while it is "still way too early in the process to determine an exact motive," there were clear "indicators that on the subject and in his vehicle that indicate potential nexus to terrorism."
Greene's Provocative Statements on Social Media
Greene took to social media platform X to share a graphic video from the shooting's aftermath and to voice her controversial opinions. She directly connected the violence to the previous day's military action against Iran, which was ordered by President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
"Trump and Netanyahu go to war against Iran and then there was a horrific mass shooting that the FBI is saying could be terrorism," Greene wrote. "Not what we voted for. Nope. I was there."
She followed this with a stark warning and a call to action: "Everyone needs to start carrying because it’s all changed. None of this has to happen. America LAST." Greene predicted that more violence targeting American citizens is imminent.
Details Emerge About the Suspect and the Attack
According to Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis, the suspect drove a large SUV around the block before lowering a window and firing a handgun into the crowd. The individual then parked the vehicle, exited, and continued the attack using a pistol and later a rifle before being neutralized by responding officers.
Reports from the Associated Press, citing an anonymous law enforcement source, indicate the suspect was wearing clothing featuring an Iranian flag design and a shirt bearing the phrase "Property of Allah." These details have not been officially confirmed by law enforcement agencies.
Political Reactions and Calls for Accountability
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Trump had been briefed on the shooting and had spoken with leaders from Israel, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates. Meanwhile, Greene publicly called on Vice President JD Vance and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard to break their silence and speak out against the war with Iran.
"People are paying attention, very close attention. Silence won’t cut it," Greene wrote, reminding them of their past public opposition to war with Iran. "You cannot be silent. Americans are dying."
Greene emphasized that their political coalition had campaigned on an "America FIRST" platform, explicitly opposing foreign wars and regime change. "You both know this is not what we campaigned for and this is 100% what we said would not happen," she stated.
Background on Vance and Gabbard's Stances
Vice President Vance, in 2023, expressed regret for his past support of the Iraq War and hoped the nation had learned lessons about avoiding unnecessary foreign entanglements. More recently, he assured The Washington Post that any conflict with Iran would not become a protracted war like those in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Director Gabbard, during her 2019 Democratic presidential primary campaign, was a vocal critic of potential war with Iran, even selling "No War in Iran" merchandise and consistently advocating for diplomatic solutions over military action.
As of now, neither Vance nor Gabbard has made a public statement following the military strikes on Iran or the subsequent shooting in Austin. The investigation into the attack continues, with federal and local authorities working to uncover the full story behind this tragic event.
