Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, after serving five years as a representative. The decision followed a public disagreement with President Donald Trump, who stated he would endorse her opponent in the next election. Greene's resignation occurred after months of her expressing criticism regarding the Trump administration's refusal to release files related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, as well as specific policy positions held by Trump. Speculation about her future political and public roles has emerged.
Presidential Candidacy in 2028
Greene, 51, has dismissed rumors of a potential 2028 presidential campaign. Despite her denial, some political observers have noted her as a possible candidate. Ro Khanna, a Democratic colleague, suggested Greene could be a "formidable 2028 candidate," citing her connection with Trump's base. Time Magazine reported that Greene "privately told allies" about considering a presidential bid, an assertion Greene publicly labeled as "a complete lie," stating, "I'm not running for President and never said I wanted to and have only laughed about it when anyone would mention it." Greene has recently expressed views that diverge from certain Republican Party stances and from President Trump, including on issues like the Epstein files, global tariffs, support for Israel, and healthcare funding.
Potential State-Level Campaigns
Greene has not explicitly ruled out running for Governor of Georgia or for a US Senate seat representing her state. Elections for both positions are scheduled for 2026. Current Republican Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is term-limited, opening the field for a new candidate. Another possibility involves challenging Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election. According to President Trump, a previous poll he commissioned indicated Greene had limited support for a statewide run. He stated that a disagreement began when he advised her against running for Senator or Governor, claiming she had 12% support and "didn't have a chance" without his endorsement. Kerwin Swint, a Professor of Political Science at Kennesaw State University, commented that Greene's viability for statewide office might be low outside her congressional district. Swint also noted that despite her denials, a presidential bid might remain a long-shot consideration for politicians with such aspirations.
Entry into Conservative Media
Analysts suggest Greene may pursue a career in the conservative media landscape to maintain her public profile. Professor Swint anticipates she might launch a podcast and seek other media opportunities to become an "influencer." This path has been taken by other former politicians, such as Republican Representative Matt Gaetz, who started a podcast after leaving Congress. Figures like Gavin Newsom (California Governor) also host podcasts, and Dan Bongino transitioned from a radio host to a role in the Trump administration. Greene has also made recent appearances on networks like CNN and ABC's "The View," indicating potential interest in a media commentator role.
Complete Departure from Politics
Another possibility considered is a full withdrawal from political life.