In a surprise move, Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced her resignation from Congress, citing that she's "always been despised in Washington, D.C." and never quite fit in. This decision comes as she faces public fallout with former President Donald Trump over her criticisms of his stance on issues like Jeffrey Epstein files, foreign policy, and healthcare.
Greene, who had been a loyal supporter of Trump since the beginning of her political career, has found herself at odds with him in recent months. In response to her criticism, Trump branded her a "traitor" and said he would endorse a challenger against her when she runs for reelection next year.
According to Greene, her decision not to stand by Trump is rooted in her understanding that loyalty should be a two-way street. She argued that representatives are elected to vote their conscience and represent their district's interests, rather than solely following party lines.
Greene's exit from Congress marks the end of an era for her, as she had been closely tied to Trump since her emergence as a rising star in 2020. Her departure will ripple throughout the Republican ranks, leaving questions about what's next for this polarizing figure.
It remains to be seen whether Greene will continue to pursue politics after leaving office, although it seems unlikely given her history of provocative behavior and divisive views. With her last day set to be January 5, 2026, she is effectively ending a chapter in the tumultuous world of American politics.
Greene, who had been a loyal supporter of Trump since the beginning of her political career, has found herself at odds with him in recent months. In response to her criticism, Trump branded her a "traitor" and said he would endorse a challenger against her when she runs for reelection next year.
According to Greene, her decision not to stand by Trump is rooted in her understanding that loyalty should be a two-way street. She argued that representatives are elected to vote their conscience and represent their district's interests, rather than solely following party lines.
Greene's exit from Congress marks the end of an era for her, as she had been closely tied to Trump since her emergence as a rising star in 2020. Her departure will ripple throughout the Republican ranks, leaving questions about what's next for this polarizing figure.
It remains to be seen whether Greene will continue to pursue politics after leaving office, although it seems unlikely given her history of provocative behavior and divisive views. With her last day set to be January 5, 2026, she is effectively ending a chapter in the tumultuous world of American politics.