President Donald Trump celebrated Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s announcement to leave Congress, calling her decision “great news for the country.” He revealed he was not informed in advance of her decision and told her she “should be happy.”
Her resignation, effective January 5, 2026, comes after a public fallout with Trump over policy disputes and his withdrawal of support. Greene cited personal reasons and concern for her district’s stability when announcing her exit.
The move will slightly reduce the Republican majority in the House, prompting immediate plans for a special election to fill her seat in Georgia’s 14th District.