What will happen next to Marjorie Taylor Greene after she leaves Congress?

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s five years in Congress will come to an early end on Jan. 5 after she unexpectedly announced her resignation following a bitter breakup with President Donald Trump.

The surprise move by the Georgia congresswoman, a rising star in the Republican Party, has left many speculating about her next steps.

Her decision comes after a public clash with Trump, who called her a “traitor” and said he would back her opponent in next year’s election.

It comes after months of harsh criticism from Greene over the Trump administration’s refusal to release files related to the investigation into deceased sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, as well as several of Trump’s policy positions.

Rumors have already begun to circulate that Greene, 51, could run for president in 2028, which she immediately rejected. So if not the Oval Office, what’s next for Greene?

Although he claims he has no interest in the presidency now, having a future change of heart is not an unknown feature of American politics.

When Greene signed a petition to force a vote requiring the release of files related to Epstein, over Trump’s objections, she moved on to a bill drafted by her Democratic colleague, Ro Khanna.

Khanna told NBC News after Greene’s latest announcement that she would “probably be a formidable candidate in 2028,” adding that she was “more in touch” with Trump’s base than his number two, Vice President JD Vance.

Time magazine also reported that Greene “privately told allies” that she was considering a presidential run, but Greene quickly dismissed the claim as a “complete lie.”

“I’m not running for president and I never said I wanted to and just laughed when someone mentioned it,” Greene wrote on social media, reposting the Time magazine article.

Greene has notably distanced herself from the positions of her party – and the president – of whom she was once a fervent supporter.

He has spoken out against issues such as the Epstein files, Trump’s global tariffs, support for Israel, and healthcare funding.

Greene has not been as explicit in ruling out the possibility of running for governor of Georgia or representing her state in the US Senate.

Elections for both will take place in 2026.

Two-time Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp faces term limits and cannot run again, widening the field of possible replacements.

Greene could also use her influence to continue the race for the US Senate and try to unseat Democrat Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election next year.

Greene has expressed interest in both the role of governor and US senator, at least according to Trump.

In the president’s public dispute with Greene following the announcement of his resignation, Trump wrote on social media that the dispute began “when I sent her a survey that said she should not run for Senator or Governor.”

“She was in the 12% and had no chance (unless, of course, she had my endorsement, which she wasn’t willing to get!),” he said.

Kerwin Swint, a Kennesaw State University political science professor who lives in Greene’s congressional district, says Trump is aware of her unpopularity outside her immediate district and that she would likely “be wiped out” if she ran for state office.

Without those options, the only other position he might have his eye on is president, despite his protests.

“I don’t see that happening,” Swint says. “She would be an incredible longshot for the dark horse.

“But most politicians have a big enough ego to look in the mirror and see a future president. So it’s not out of the question.”

Swint predicts that he will start a podcast and attempt to stay in the public spotlight by continuing to build his media profile.

“I think he basically wants to be an influencer. That’s why I think someone who wants to do it will take advantage of these media opportunities,” he says.

If she chooses a life outside of politics, Greene would join a number of former politicians and political operatives who have launched careers in podcasting.

After Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress to accept his failed nomination to become Trump’s U.S. attorney general, he started his own podcast.

The trend has taken hold even on the left, with Democrats like California Governor Gavin Newsom also hosting their own podcast.

Meanwhile, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino joined the Trump administration after his success as a radio host and commentator.

Greene could also decide to become a conservative commentator on more left-wing networks, such as CNN, where she has made frequent appearances in recent days.

“I knew she was going to be the next co-host of The View!” wrote conservative personality Megan McCain on X, referring to Greene’s recent appearance on ABC’s liberal-leaning daily chat show.

In the 10-minute video announcing her resignation, Greene also suggested she might leave politics to spend more time with her family, who she said she lost “precious time” with while fighting for Trump.

Throughout his time in politics, Greene said, he faced “endless personal attacks” and “threats.”

“It has been unfair and bad, not only for me, but especially for my family,” he said.

Since her public dispute with the president, Greene said the threats against her have only increased.

In addition to being a member of Congress, Greene also owns a commercial construction and renovation company called Taylor Commercial.

The company has managed approximately $250 million in construction projects since Greene acquired it in 2002, according to its website.

With information from Max Matza