URGENT UPDATE: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a prominent Republican from Georgia, has officially announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, 2026. This shocking development follows her recent break with Donald Trump, marking a significant shift in her political trajectory.
In a lengthy statement shared online late Friday, Greene expressed her frustration over being labeled a traitor by the former president. “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 wrote. Greene’s departure comes amid escalating tensions regarding Trump’s agenda for his second term, particularly surrounding the controversial release of the Epstein files.
Greene, who represents one of the most conservative districts in the country, stated that it would be unfair to her constituents to endure a “hurtful and hateful primary” against her instigated by Trump. “Republicans will likely lose the midterms,” she added, indicating a grim outlook for her party’s future.
This resignation adds Greene to a growing list of lawmakers who have chosen not to seek re-election, with a record 40 House members and 10 senators signaling their intent to leave after the 2026 election. The political landscape is shifting, and Greene’s exit underscores the fractures within the Republican Party.
As news of her resignation spreads, observers will be watching closely for the potential impact on upcoming elections and the broader implications for the GOP. Greene’s departure marks a pivotal moment that could reshape the party’s direction.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
