Marjorie Taylor Greene shocks Washington by announcing early resignation from Congress and sparks speculation about 2028 Republican presidential prospects in Georgia

It’s not every day that a single announcement can send shockwaves through the political world, but Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene did just that last week.

The Georgia Republican stunned colleagues and political observers alike when she revealed she will step down from Congress early, with her last day set for January 5, 2026.

Her resignation letter didn’t just announce her departure—it openly critiqued her own party, making headlines across the nation and igniting speculation about her future ambitions.

Online Markets Predict a Presidential Bid

The news has had an unexpected effect: Greene’s odds of securing the Republican presidential nomination in 2028 have soared on online prediction platforms.

Despite stepping down from her congressional role, her profile among GOP political heavyweights has skyrocketed.

According to Polymarket, Greene now ranks as the third most likely Republican candidate for the 2028 nomination, with a six percent chance.

Vice President JD Vance leads the pack with a commanding 55 percent, while Senator Marco Rubio sits in second place with an eight percent probability.

In total, nearly half a million dollars has already been wagered on Greene’s potential White House bid on Polymarket alone.

Kalshi, another prediction market, offers a slightly different picture.

There, Greene currently ranks seventh, trailing behind big names like Vance, Rubio, former President Donald Trump, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.

Responding to Speculation

Despite the buzz, Greene has been quick to push back against rumors of a presidential run.

On social media, she made it clear that the White House is not on her agenda.

“I’m not running for President and never said I wanted to,” she wrote, adding with her characteristic humor that she has only laughed whenever anyone suggested it.

“I’m not motivated by power and titles.”

Still, speculation persists. Reports have surfaced that she has considered a run in the past, according to sources close to the lawmaker.

Whether she chooses to pursue national office remains uncertain.

Future Options for Greene

Even if the White House is off the table, Greene has several paths to stay politically relevant.

Georgia voters will head to the polls in November 2026 for gubernatorial and Senate races, though she has not confirmed interest in either.

Beyond electoral politics, Greene could leverage her massive social media following and media presence to remain in the public eye.

With millions of followers across platforms and frequent TV appearances on networks like CNN and ABC, she has the potential to build a media platform or collaborate with existing outlets.

As the countdown to her official resignation continues, one question remains: What will Marjorie Taylor Greene do next?