WASHINGTON — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican from Georgia, announced on Friday that she will resign from Congress in January. Greene, who once strongly supported former President Donald Trump but has recently become critical of him, shared her decision in a video lasting over 10 minutes. She expressed concern that her congressional district would face a “hurtful and hateful primary” against her, instigated by Trump, whom she described as the president they all fought for.

Greene's resignation comes after a public fallout with Trump, during which she criticized his positions on various issues, including foreign policy and health care. Trump has labeled her a “traitor” and “wacky,” and he indicated he would support a challenger in her reelection bid. Greene stated her last day in office would be January 5, 2026. The White House did not respond to requests for comment on her resignation.

Once a prominent figure in Trump’s Make America Great Again movement, Greene's departure marks a significant shift in the political landscape among conservatives. Her decision to resign aligns her with other moderate Republicans who have clashed with Trump. In her resignation video, Greene emphasized her long-standing loyalty to Trump, except on a few issues, and stated, “Loyalty should be a two-way street.” She also mentioned feeling unwelcome in Washington, saying she has “always been despised” there.

Greene was first elected to the House in 2020 and quickly became known for her controversial views and association with conspiracy theories, including QAnon. Despite initial opposition from party leaders, she gained support from Trump, who once called her “a real WINNER!” Over time, she became a skilled legislator, aligning herself with then-GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, who later became House Speaker. However, her relationship with McCarthy soured after he was ousted in 2023.

Her resignation will have implications for the Republican Party, particularly as many lawmakers from both parties are choosing to leave ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. Greene's departure raises questions about her future political plans. Following her resignation, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp will need to schedule a special election within 10 days to fill her seat, which will include party primaries and a general election to complete her term through January 2027.

Greene's political career has been marked by her use of harsh rhetoric and conspiracy theories. She has made controversial statements in the past, including claims about the 2017 Las Vegas shooting and the September 11 attacks. Greene has also faced backlash for her comments regarding Muslim Congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib.

In her video, Greene reflected on her time in Congress, stating, “The legislature has been mostly sidelined” since Republicans took control of Washington. She expressed frustration with the lack of action on her proposed legislation, saying, “That’s how it is for most members of Congress’ bills.” Greene also predicted that Republicans would likely lose the midterm elections and expressed her unwillingness to defend Trump against impeachment after he had spent significant resources against her.

As Greene prepares to leave Congress, her resignation signals a notable change in the dynamics of the Republican Party and raises questions about the future of her political career.