Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces Resignation from Congress

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces Resignation from Congress

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has announced her resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives, effective January 5, 2026. This decision follows months of documented disagreements with former President Donald Trump regarding aspects of his potential second-term agenda.

Context of the Resignation
Greene, currently serving her third term, stated that clashes with the former president included discussions surrounding the release of the Epstein files.

In a detailed statement released online, Greene conveyed her perspective:

• "Standing up for American women who were raped at 14, trafficked and used by rich powerful men, should not result in me being called a traitor and threatened by the President of the United States, whom I fought for."
• She further suggested that it would be unfair to her northwest Georgia district, recognized as one of the most conservative nationally, to undergo "a hurtful and hateful primary against me by the President we all fought for," while also noting that "Republicans will likely lose the midterms."

Broader Trend in Congress
Greene's announcement places her among a notable number of legislators departing Congress. A total of 40 House members and 10 senators have indicated they do not intend to return to their seats following the 2026 election, with some retiring and others pursuing different political offices.