Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG), the Republican Congresswoman from Georgia, has announced that she will resign from Congress, with her final day set for January 5, 2026. Her resignation follows a very public and bitter falling out with former President Donald Trump, driven largely by disagreements over the release of government files pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein and other policy differences such as healthcare and foreign policy.

Details on Resignation

• Greene announced her decision to resign both in a written statement and a lengthy video posted online.

• She cited the toxic political environment, ongoing public insults and threats from Trump, and the likelihood of a contentious primary challenge orchestrated by Trump as key reasons for stepping down.

• In her statements, she also expressed frustration at the inability of elected leaders to bring meaningful change to “common Americans” and said she “never fit in” in Washington.

Fallout with Donald Trump

• After years as a staunch Trump ally, Greene broke with Trump over his reluctance to fully release all Epstein files.

• Trump labeled her as a “traitor” and “wacky,” and said he would support a primary opponent if she sought reelection.

• Greene argued that the negative attention and attacks from Trump were making it impossible for her to effectively serve her constituents or campaign for another term.

Political and Personal Implications

• Greene’s departure marks the end of a highly controversial career in Congress, highlighted by frequent headline-grabbing statements and extreme political views.

• The resignation also further divides factions within the Republican Party and leaves an opening in Georgia’s 14th congressional district.

• Greene indicated she intends to return to private life but will continue to speak out on issues important to her and her supporters.

This unprecedented resignation underscores the ongoing turmoil and factional infighting within the U.S. GOP, especially as the 2026 midterms approach.