Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announces unexpected resignation from Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced on X Friday that she will resign from Congress effective Jan. 5, 2026. Her decision comes just one week after President Trump expressed support for her amidst criticism regarding his administration’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

In her four-page resignation statement, Greene stated, “I have too much self-respect and dignity, love my family way too much, and do not want my sweet district to endure a hurtful and hateful primary against me by the President we all fought for.” She expressed concerns about the potential impact of a primary challenge on her district, stating that Republicans are likely to struggle in the upcoming midterms.

This announcement signals a significant shift in Greene’s political trajectory, as she has been one of Trump’s staunchest allies in Congress. Her criticism of the former president earlier this month may have influenced her decision to step down.

Green’s resignation will leave a vacancy that is sure to influence the Republican landscape leading into the midterm elections. As this story is still developing, more updates will follow.