Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces Resignation, Citing Personal and Political Strains

Hadisur Rahman, JadeTimes Staff

H. Rahman is a Jadetimes news reporter covering the USA

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In an unexpected move that shocks observers and reconfigures the landscape of the Republican Party, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said she will resign from office, effective January 5, 2026. The announcement, delivered via a social media video, frames the decision as a response to persistent political pressure and a desire to avoid a damaging primary contest in her district.

Greene, a high-profile figure within the party and a stalwart defender of former President Donald Trump, described her decision as a personal choice to end a chapter that had grown increasingly contentious. In her video statement, she asserted, “I refuse to be a ‘battered wife’ hoping it all goes away and gets better,” signaling the deep rift that had developed between her and parts of the GOP leadership.

The resignation follows a tumultuous period marked by a heated feud with Trump over policy disagreements and, most prominently, the push to release documents related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Greene had long pressed for disclosure of Epstein-related materials, a stance that had briefly united segments of Trump’s base but later proved divisive within the broader party.

Trump publicly criticized Greene in recent days, calling her a “traitor” and “wacky” in a cascade of social media posts. He indicated he might support a rival candidate to challenge her seat, though he later signaled support for the publication of the Epstein documents after a wave of Republican pressure. The administration also helped advance a bill mandating the release of those documents within 30 days.

Greene’s resignation letter alluded to ongoing political tension and the impact of public commentary on her district. She noted that her departure would spare her constituents a potentially hurtful primary process and avoid a scenario in which Republicans could lose electoral ground in 2026.

As Greene departs Congress, attention turns to who might inherit a districtlong known for its dynamic and polarizing representation. In the wake of her exit, the Republican caucus could face further realignment as members reassess priorities and approaches ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.