Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has made it clear that she will not pursue a Senate seat in the 2026 midterm elections. The announcement came amidst speculation surrounding the vulnerability of the Georgia Senate seat and the recent decision by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) not to run. Greene's decision was shared via a social media post on May 9, 2025, attracting widespread attention.
The Georgia Senate seat has been under the microscope as one of the most susceptible in the upcoming election cycle. When Governor Kemp, a strong contender for the Republicans, announced he would not seek the Senate position, it left the Republican Party in a state of urgency to find a viable candidate. Polls had previously shown Kemp with a strong lead against potential Democratic opponent Senator Ossoff.
Greene has been known for her staunch support of former President Donald Trump and her anti-establishment views. Her potential candidacy had been a topic of discussion, especially after Kemp's withdrawal from the race. The Georgia GOP is expected to convene in the upcoming weeks to nominate a suitable candidate, and Greene's decision not to run leaves the party with more work ahead.
In her post, Greene expressed her discontent with the candidate selection process among Georgia's Republican leaders, likening it to the clandestine formation of the Federal Reserve at Jekyll Island. She accused state political elites of being disconnected from the grassroots conservative movement and condemned their efforts to maintain the status quo within the party establishment.
Greene criticized certain Republican leaders for distancing themselves from Trump and leaning towards Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R). She also claimed that some Republicans believe they can diminish Trump's influence now that he is not on the ballot.
The congresswoman underscored her dedication to the Trump agenda and noted her track record of overcoming establishment Republicans in primary contests. She called out political consultants in the White House for their misunderstanding of Georgia voters and cited lessons learned by the electorate in recent years.
Addressing polling data suggesting any Republican could potentially defeat Ossoff, Greene labeled him a "silver-spoon progressive" out of touch with conservative values. She cited his stance on issues like transgender participation in women's sports as evidence of his disconnect. Despite her belief that she could win against Ossoff, Greene chose to remain in the House, where she feels she can more effectively represent her constituents.
Greene's critique of the Senate was scathing. She described it as broken and accused it of obstructing the people's will and protecting the bipartisan establishment from substantial changes. Even with a Republican majority, she pointed out, essential legislation was often blocked by members of her own party.
She lambasted Republican Senators, including former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), for undermining Trump's agenda and failing to address critical issues. Greene concluded that the problem wasn't Ossoff himself but the systemic issues within the Senate that hinder progress.
Her message reflected a deep-seated belief in the dysfunction of the Senate, which she argues prevents real change. By announcing her decision not to run, Greene signaled her intent to continue her work in the House of Representatives and focus on serving her constituents there.