Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Epstein files feud

November 22, 2025

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a prominent Republican congresswoman from Georgia and former Trump ally, announced her resignation from Congress effective January 5, 2026, following a bitter public dispute with President Trump. The conflict arose after Greene persistently demanded the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents and criticized Trump's policies on tariffs and cost of living, prompting Trump to label her a "traitor" and threaten to support a primary challenger against her. In response to mounting pressure, Trump eventually reversed his position and signed legislation requiring the Justice Department to release the Epstein documents within 30 days.

Who is affected

Marjorie Taylor Greene (resigning congresswoman)
Donald Trump (US President)
Greene's Georgia congressional district constituents
Republican Party leadership and members in the House of Representatives
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking
Democrats in the House of Representatives (gap narrows with GOP majority)
Potential Republican primary challengers in Greene's district

What action is being taken

Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning from Congress effective January 5, 2026
Trump signed a bill this week forcing the US Justice Department to release Epstein-related documents within 30 days
A growing number of Republicans are calling for the release of Epstein documents

Why it matters

This resignation represents a significant fracture within the Republican Party and Trump's MAGA movement, demonstrating that even the most loyal Trump allies can face retaliation for dissent. The public feud highlights growing internal tensions over the Epstein document issue, which has evolved from a unifying cause to a divisive wedge within the party. Greene's departure will narrow the already slim Republican majority in the House of Representatives, potentially making legislative efforts more challenging ahead of the 2026 midterm elections where control of the chamber is at stake.

What's next

Greene will officially leave Congress on January 5, 2026
The US Justice Department must release Epstein-related documents within 30 days of the bill signing
Control of the House of Representatives will be contested in the 2026 midterm elections in November

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