Marjorie Taylor Greene Rebuffs Senate Run: ‘Where Good Ideas Go To Die’

Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced that she will not be running for the Senate in 2026, stating that the Senate is where “good ideas go to die.” Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia, has been a strong supporter of President Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. Despite speculation that she might run for Senate, Greene confirmed in a statement on social media that she will not be seeking a Senate seat, criticizing the Senate’s functionality and accusing GOP senators of trying to undermine Trump. The White House has been contacted for a response to Greene’s remarks.

Republicans are looking to increase their Senate majority, with hopes that more support in the Senate will help advance Trump’s agenda. Greene’s decision not to run against Georgia’s Democratic incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff has relieved some Republicans who were concerned about her divisiveness. Following Greene’s announcement, other GOP candidates are considering entering the primary race to challenge Ossoff.

Representative Buddy Carter has already declared his candidacy, while other potential candidates include Republican representatives Mike Collins and Rich McCormick, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, state Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, state Insurance Commissioner John King, and state Senator Greg Dolezal.

Greene explained her decision not to run by criticizing the Senate’s inefficiency in representing the will of the people and protecting the status quo. She expressed support for Trump but criticized the system that she believes hinders his agenda. Greene plans to spend her time with loved ones and support Trump’s efforts from outside the political arena. Buddy Carter is preparing for his campaign, while other Republicans are contemplating their potential candidacy.