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Khanna, Greene pitch cross-party coalition on corruption, debt
Both leaders call for curbs on foreign intervention and rising federal debt.
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Malvika Choudhary - Tue, 14, Apr 2026
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Ro Khanna/ Marjorie Taylor Greene / Wikipedia
Congressman Ro Khanna said he is working toward a cross-party coalition focused on government accountability, debt reduction, and limits on foreign engagement.
The California Democrat outlined the proposal during a joint CNN appearance alongside former Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene.The initiative builds on recent cooperation between the two lawmakers and Representative Thomas Massie, who pushed for the release of unredacted files linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Khanna framed the effort as rooted in changing how political opponents engage with each other, emphasizing dialogue over partisan conflict.
My first joint interview ever with @mtgreenee on @kaitlancollins.
— Ro Khanna (@RoKhanna) April 14, 2026
As Americans, we need to find ways of listening and talking to each other that are respectful and seek to understand differences and find important common ground. pic.twitter.com/cu4k7OY2v8
“More than the policies, I think it’s the way Representative Greene and I treat each other with respect… and try to actually have a dialogue to understand where the other person is coming from,” he said on the show
According to Khanna, many Americans are “tired of us being as divided” and want leaders to find common ground, particularly on issues such as government corruption, foreign wars, and the cost of living.
Khanna pointed to areas where he believes bipartisan agreement is possible, including opposition to prolonged foreign conflicts and concerns over federal spending priorities. He also criticized recent foreign policy conduct, saying U.S. leadership should prioritize accountability to Congress.
Greene, appearing alongside Khanna, said there is growing public frustration with both major parties and called for broader political engagement beyond traditional party lines.
“I completely agree… Americans are really sick and tired of the divide,” she said, adding that voters increasingly feel “both parties have fully failed them.”
She pointed to economic pressures, healthcare costs, and national debt as shared concerns, while acknowledging policy differences on solutions.
Despite disagreements on issues such as abortion, immigration, and climate policy, both said there is scope for cooperation on key economic concerns and governance reforms.
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