Shock Resignation Rocks American Politics
In a move that sent shockwaves through Washington, US Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her immediate resignation via a video statement released on Saturday, 22nd November 2025. The controversial Georgia congresswoman, known for her staunch MAGA allegiance and subsequent fallout with former President Donald Trump, delivered her departure in characteristic dramatic fashion.
Mixed Reactions from Political Allies and Foes
The announcement prompted swift reactions from across the political spectrum. Democratic Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Greene's frequent political adversary, was quick to criticise both her voting record and the timing of her departure. "She's carefully timing her departure just 1-2 days after her pension kicks in," Ocasio-Cortez stated, adding that Greene's actions had not matched her rhetoric, particularly regarding healthcare votes.
Meanwhile, Republican colleague Thomas Massie expressed sadness for the country but happiness for his friend, posting on X that he would "miss her tremendously." This contrast highlights the deep divisions Greene inspired throughout her political career.
Trump's Response and Future Implications
Perhaps most significantly, Donald Trump addressed Greene's resignation in comments to NBC News. While acknowledging that reviving her political career "won't be easy," the former president notably added: "I'd love to see that." This endorsement suggests potential future political rehabilitation for Greene, despite their recent public falling out over the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, where Greene had bested Trump.
In her resignation video, Greene used striking language, stating she refused to be a "battered wife" following her rift with Trump. Her departure follows a pattern seen with other Republican dissenters like Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, illustrating Trump's continued influence over party homogenisation.
The resignation marks another dramatic turn for the conspiracy-theory peddling representative, whose career highlights include calls for the death penalty against political opponents and a spectacular breakdown with the leader she was once most loyal to.
