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Marjorie Taylor Greene

Marjorie Taylor Greene is an American politician and businesswoman who served as the U.S.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marjorie Taylor Greene is an American politician and businesswoman who served as the U.S. representative for Georgia's 14th congressional district from 2021 until her resignation in 2026. She is a Republican who became nationally known for her hard-right politics, combative public style, and promotion of conspiracy theories.

Early life and career

Marjorie Taylor Greene was born on May 27, 1974, in Milledgeville, Georgia. Before entering politics, she was involved in business, including a construction company and a CrossFit gym.

Political career

Greene was elected to the U.S. House in 2020 and took office in January 2021. She represented Georgia's 14th district until her resignation in January 2026. House records show she resigned from Congress on January 5, 2026.

Public profile and controversy

Greene first gained national attention for promoting QAnon conspiracy theories and other controversial claims. News coverage describes her as a polarizing and combative figure in U.S. politics. She has been associated with support for Donald Trump and efforts to challenge the 2020 election result, and she has made inflammatory statements that drew national criticism, including comparisons involving COVID-19 and other extremist rhetoric.

Personal life

Public biographical sources say Greene was previously married to Perry Greene. She has children and has described herself as a mother and small business owner.

Key facts

  • Marjorie Taylor Greene was born in Milledgeville, Georgia, in 1974 and entered politics after a business career.
  • She served as U.S. representative for Georgia’s 14th district from 2021 until her resignation on January 5, 2026.
  • Greene gained prominence for promoting QAnon conspiracy theories and other controversial statements.
  • She is described as a polarizing figure with support for Donald Trump and challenges to the 2020 election result.
  • Her politics have been covered in Canadian media due to their impact on U.S. political debates.
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Canadian context

Her politics and public statements have received coverage in Canadian media because they are part of broader U.S. political debates that affect Canada-U.S. relations and cross-border news audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marjorie Taylor Greene?
Marjorie Taylor Greene is an American politician and businesswoman who served in the U.S. House of Representatives for Georgia's 14th district from 2021 to 2026.
What did Marjorie Taylor Greene say?
She has made a range of controversial public statements, including promoting QAnon and echoing false claims about the 2020 U.S. election.
Is Marjorie Taylor Greene married?
Public biographical sources say she was previously married to Perry Greene.
How old is Marjorie Taylor Greene?
Born on May 27, 1974, she is 52 years old as of July 23, 2026.
Why is Marjorie Taylor Greene controversial?
She is controversial because of her support for conspiracy theories, combative public comments, and associations with far-right politics and inflammatory rhetoric.

References

  1. Wikipedia
    Supports: Birth date, political career, resignation, election history, and overview of public profile.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica
    Supports: Biography, birth place, party, and controversy surrounding her public role.
  3. House Clerk
    Supports: Congressional service and resignation date.
  4. C-SPAN
    Supports: House membership and public record of appearances.
  5. AWPC Iowa State
    Supports: Biographical details including education and business background.