Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican lawmaker from Georgia, has decided not to endorse any candidates in the upcoming special election to replace her in Congress. This move comes as she announces her unexpected departure from Congress in January, seeking to avoid a potential conflict between her preferred candidate and a Trump-backed contender. Greene’s neutrality in the race may create an opportunity for Trump’s allies to elevate a candidate of their choosing in a region that she won in 2024 by a significant margin. Her decision to step down was partly inspired by a desire to escape a “hateful and hurtful primary” against a candidate supported by the former president.
In a social media post shared on Monday, Greene emphasized her commitment to the people of Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, stating that she would not endorse any candidates. “Looking ahead towards the Special Election for my Congressional seat, I will not be endorsing anyone out of respect to my district,” she wrote. “I truly support the wonderful people of Georgia 14 and want them to pick their Representative.” The former congresswoman’s neutrality may pave the way for Trump’s backers to prioritize their preferred candidate in the race.
Following Greene’s announcement of her departure, Trump expressed confidence in his supporters’ ability to secure victory in the race, stating that Greene would have “no chance of winning” in a primary against a candidate with his endorsement. The special election, which will be held at least 30 days after she leaves her post, is expected to take place as early as March, given Georgia’s legal requirements. A Republican official from Georgia has indicated that the special election is likely to occur in March, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest in the state.