Marjorie Taylor Greene Resigning from Congress

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, a loyal supporter-turned-critic of President Donald Trump who faced his political retribution if she sought reelection, said she is resigning from Congress in January, Michelle L. Price, Lisa Mascaro and Jeff Amy reported for the Associated Press (AP).

Rep. Greene's break with Trump marked a notable fissure in his grip over conservatives, particularly his most ardent base. (Photo: Gage Skidmore Flickr)

In a more than 10-minute video posted online, Greene explained her decision, saying she did not want her congressional district “to have to endure a hurtful and hateful primary against me by the president we all fought for.”

Greene’s resignation followed a public falling-out with Trump in recent months, as the congresswoman criticized him over his stance on files related to Jeffrey Epstein, as well as his positions on foreign policy and health care.

Trump branded her a “traitor” and “wacky” and said he would endorse a challenger against her if she ran for reelection next year. She said her last day in office would be Jan. 5, 2026.

In a brief phone call Friday night, Trump told ABC News that Greene’s resignation is “great news for the country.” He said he had no plans to speak with Greene but wished her well.

Greene was one of the most vocal and visible supporters of Trump’s Make America Great Again politics, embracing much of his unapologetic political style.

Her break with him marked a notable fissure in his grip over conservatives, particularly his most ardent base.

But her decision to step down in the face of his opposition puts her on the same path as many more moderate establishment Republicans before her who crossed Trump and ultimately left Congress.