Alpharetta, GA – Perry Greene, the former spouse of U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, has publicly expressed regret after a heated encounter with a group of Muslim women in a shopping center parking lot. The incident, captured on video and widely circulated online, occurred last Sunday at the Avalon shopping centre in Alpharetta, Georgia, as the women prepared to pray in observance of Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.
In the footage, Greene is seen approaching the group as they knelt on a prayer rug in an unoccupied parking space. Witnesses say he initially passed by, shouting expletives, before returning minutes later in a Tesla Cybertruck. From the vehicle, he allegedly escalated his verbal assault, telling the women— all Georgia natives— to “go back to where you came from” and denouncing their faith as “false.” The women, visibly shaken, continued their prayers despite the disruption.
The video quickly gained traction online, igniting a firestorm of criticism and prompting calls for accountability. By Friday, Greene appeared at a press conference alongside local Muslim community leaders, where he offered a heartfelt apology. “I deeply regret my actions that day,” Greene said, his tone somber. “No one should face that kind of treatment, no matter our differences. I’m here to make amends and ask for their forgiveness.”
The confrontation took place during a moment of celebration for the women, who had gathered to mark the end of a month-long fast with prayer and festivities. “We were just trying to pray in peace,” said Amina Hassan, one of the women involved. “It was hurtful, but we’re grateful for the support we’ve received since.”
Greene’s apology followed a meeting with faith leaders, including Imam Yusuf Khan of the Alpharetta Islamic Center, who emphasized the importance of dialogue. “We accepted his apology in the spirit of Ramadan’s teachings on forgiveness,” Khan said. “This is a chance for growth and understanding.”
The incident has reignited discussions about tolerance in Georgia’s increasingly diverse communities. While some praised Greene’s outreach, others questioned the sincerity of his apology given the severity of his remarks. For now, the women say they hope the episode inspires reflection rather than division. “We’re not going anywhere,” Hassan added. “This is our home too.”
