In a dramatic political development that has sent shockwaves through Washington, Georgia representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 2026. The controversial firebrand, known for her unwavering support of Donald Trump until recently, delivered her resignation with characteristic flair, railing against what she termed the "political industrial complex" that she claims is destroying America.
The Sudden Fallout
Greene's announcement on Friday came as a surprise to both Democrats and Republicans alike, marking another unexpected turn in her already tumultuous political career. The congresswoman, often referred to as MTG, declared in her resignation letter that she was "going back to the people I love, to live life to the fullest as I always have, and look forward to a new path ahead."
Her departure follows a significant rupture with former President Donald Trump, who publicly denounced her on his Truth Social platform on November 14th. Trump's post read: "All I see 'Wacky' Marjorie do is COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN, COMPLAIN!" He suggested her anger stemmed from his opposition to her potential Senate run in Georgia and accused her of moving left politically.
Key Moments in a Controversial Career
Greene's political journey began in 2017 when she started writing for American Truth Seekers, a website known for promoting conspiracy theories. She later joined the conservative Family America Project, establishing herself as a political activist before setting her sights on Congress.
In the 2020 election, Greene secured Georgia's 14th congressional district after initially running without Trump's endorsement in the Republican primary. She campaigned as an unabashed pro-Trump candidate, famously wielding an assault rifle during events and taking extreme positions that would become her trademark. Trump eventually backed her during the primary run-off, leading to an easy victory in the reliably Republican district.
From her first day in office following Joe Biden's 2020 election victory, Greene made her allegiances clear, wearing a face mask that stated "Trump won" despite evidence to the contrary. This bold, far-right approach characterised her entire congressional tenure.
Conspiracy Theories and Growing Dissent
Throughout her time in Congress, Greene became synonymous with the more extreme elements of the Maga movement. She gained notoriety for endorsing baseless conspiracy theories, including suggestions that a prominent Jewish banking family controlled a space laser responsible for wildfires, and expressing scepticism about climate science.
However, over the past year, Greene began breaking with Trump and the broader Maga movement on several critical issues. Her condemnation of Israel's actions in Gaza, which she labelled a "genocide," positioned her to the left of many Democrats on the issue. More significantly, her support for releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files put her in direct opposition to Trump himself.
In her resignation letter, Greene maintained loyalty to Maga ideals while criticising their implementation. She wrote: "If I am cast aside by MAGA Inc and replaced by Neocons, Big Pharma, Big Tech, Military Industrial War Complex, foreign leaders, and the elite donor class that can't even relate to real Americans, then many common Americans have been cast aside and replaced as well."
Greene's resignation marks the end of an era for one of Congress's most controversial figures, whose rapid rise and apparent fall has captivated American politics for years. Her departure leaves questions about the future direction of the Republican party and the Maga movement as the 2026 elections approach.
