THIS DAWN — Firebrand Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced her resignation from the U.S. House of Representatives, effective January 5, 2026.
The Georgia lawmaker was known for her combative style and close alignment with President Donald Trump.
Announcing her resignation, Greene cited irreconcilable differences with GOP leadership and a bitter fallout with Trump as reasons for her departure.
Greene made the announcement in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter).
She said she did not want her district to endure a “hurtful and hateful” primary after Trump withdrew his support and endorsed a challenger against her.
The rift reportedly stemmed from disagreements over the release of the Epstein files.
This has escalated into one of the sharpest Republican fractures of 2025.
Her resignation marks a dramatic turn for a politician who rose quickly to national prominence as one of Trump’s most vocal allies.
Trump himself celebrated Greene’s exit, calling her a “traitor” and declaring her departure “great news for the country.”
Timeline of Greene’s Political Career & Key Controversies
- 2020: Elected to represent Georgia’s 14th District, Greene entered Congress as a staunch supporter of Trump and the “America First” agenda.
- 2021: Stripped of committee assignments after promoting conspiracy theories linked to QAnon and making inflammatory remarks about school shootings and 9/11.
- 2022: Reinstated to committees following GOP gains in the midterms, Greene became a prominent voice on immigration and healthcare reform.
- 2023: Clashed with fellow Republicans over defense spending and Ukraine aid, further cementing her reputation as a divisive figure.
- 2024: Played a central role in Trump’s re-election campaign, often appearing at rallies and pushing hardline policies.
- 2025: Fell out with Trump over the Epstein files controversy; Trump withdrew his endorsement, triggering Greene’s decision to resign.
Implications
Greene’s resignation underscores deepening divisions within the Republican Party and highlights Trump’s continued dominance in shaping GOP loyalty.
A special election will be held to fill her seat in Georgia’s 14th District.
For supporters, Greene’s exit represents the loss of a fierce advocate for conservative causes.
For critics, it marks the end of one of Congress’s most polarizing figures.
