Marjorie Taylor Greene says she won’t run for Senate
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, has announced that she will not be running for Senate in 2026. In a statement posted on social media, Greene criticized the Senate as an institution that obstructs the will of the people and protects the interests of the political elite.
Greene took aim at Democratic incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff, whom Republicans view as vulnerable in the upcoming midterm elections. She described Ossoff as a “silver-spoon progressive” who has never held a real job. Despite Ossoff’s vulnerabilities, Greene decided not to run for Senate, citing her frustration with the Senate’s requirement of 60 votes to pass legislation.
The decision comes after Republican Gov. Brian Kemp also announced that he would not be running for Senate. Kemp, who is term-limited, was seen as the GOP’s dream candidate to take on Ossoff and expand the party’s Senate majority. With both Greene and Kemp out of the race, the Republican field in Georgia is wide open.
In her statement, Greene criticized her own party, accusing Republican lawmakers of failing to deliver on their campaign promises. She took aim at “the Republicans who see Trump as a speed bump” and criticized the party’s reliance on wealthy donors and consultants. Greene described herself as “effective, fearless, and relentless” and vowed to continue serving the American people.
Despite her decision not to run for Senate, Greene did not rule out a run for Georgia governor in the race to succeed Kemp. Other Georgia Republicans, including Rep. Buddy Carter, Reps. Mike Collins and Rich McCormick, state officials John King, Tyler Harper, Brad Raffensperger, and Greg Dolezal, are also considering Senate bids.
Georgia-based Republican consultants expect a crowded and competitive primary for the Senate race. Greene’s decision not to run for Senate adds a new twist to the political landscape in Georgia, setting the stage for a fierce battle in the upcoming midterm elections.
