Overview
- Greene said her last day will be January 5, 2026, casting the decision as sparing her district a “hurtful and hateful” primary backed by the president.
- The announcement followed weeks of public clashes with Trump as she pushed to release Epstein-related government files and faulted GOP leadership on policy priorities.
- Congress overwhelmingly advanced the Epstein records measure and Trump ultimately signed it this week after earlier resistance.
- Her departure triggers Georgia’s vacancy process, requiring Governor Brian Kemp to issue a writ of election and setting a special election to fill the seat.
- Trump withdrew his endorsement, pledged to support a primary challenger, and told ABC News her resignation was “great news for the country.”