Trump Ally Marjorie Taylor Greene Resigns from Congress

Former Donald Trump ally and Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced her resignation from Congress, marking a dramatic breakdown in a once-close political relationship.

The decision follows a period of intense public conflict between Greene and the former president.

Tensions surged in recent days as Trump sharply criticized Greene on social media, urging voters to remove her from office in the next election and accusing her of betrayal. Greene had questioned whether Trump still prioritized the America First agenda and openly challenged his handling of issues linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Despite highlighting her conservative record and long-standing support for Trump’s political movement, Greene said the current dysfunction in Congress has limited its effectiveness.

In a video posted on her X account, she said her final day in office will be 5 January 2026. She added that her efforts to defend American women affected by exploitation should not result in personal attacks or threats from the president she once supported.

Her resignation comes as the House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved the release of investigative documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein. Trump had previously pressured Republicans to block the vote but shifted his stance after facing resistance from within his party.

The Senate agreed to pass the legislation without debate, and Trump pledged to sign it into law. The measure will require the Justice Department to disclose all relevant records tied to Epstein, who died in prison in 2019 before standing trial on charges of sex trafficking.

Trump has sought to distance himself from Epstein, insisting he removed the financier from his Mar-a-Lago club years before any allegations emerged. Records show the two had ties dating back to the late 1980s before their relationship deteriorated.

As pressure mounted within the Republican Party, Trump reversed course and endorsed the bill, claiming there was nothing to hide while criticizing what he described as politically motivated attacks from Democrats.

Ahead of the vote, several Epstein victims spoke at the Capitol, urging lawmakers to support the legislation and stressing the importance of transparency surrounding the case.