"MTG did not give Speaker Mike Johnson a heads up about her shocking resignation, per a source with knowledge, Zanona posted on X. Her abrupt departure from Congress in January will make Johnson's job even more difficult, given the GOP's already slim margins. When there is a congressional vacancy in Georgia, state law mandates that the governor set a special election date that occurs not less than 30 days from the time of the vacancy."
"Greene represents a deep red district, so the seat is highly unlikely to be flipped, but it will remain vacant for a period of time yet to be determined. So in the meantime, one fewer Republican in the House could pose potential problems for Johnson during that period. At this moment, there are three vacancies in the House, two of which are in largely Democratic districts."
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she will formally resign from the House on Jan. 5, 2026, saying she seeks to avoid a hurtful primary backed by President Donald Trump after he withdrew his endorsement following her demand to release Epstein files. Greene said she values her self-respect and family and does not want her district to endure a painful contest. Reports conflict on whether she told Speaker Mike Johnson in advance. Her departure will temporarily reduce the Republican majority and trigger a Georgia special election, leaving the seat vacant until state law timelines are met.
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