Trump-Backed Republican Wins Georgia House Seat

Clay Fuller's victory expands GOP's narrow House majority after MTG's departure.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:40am

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In a special election for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, Republican candidate Clay Fuller, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, defeated Democrat Shawn Harris. Fuller's win expands the GOP's fragile majority in the House of Representatives following the departure of controversial Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Why it matters

The race for Georgia's 14th District was seen as a key test of the Republican Party's strength in a district that has historically leaned conservative. Fuller's victory provides a boost to House Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP as they work to maintain control of the chamber with a slim majority.

The details

Clay Fuller, a local businessman, ran on a platform of supporting Trump's America First agenda and opposing the Biden administration's policies. He defeated Democrat Shawn Harris, a community organizer, in a closely watched special election to fill the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned earlier this year.

  • The special election was held on April 4, 2026.
  • Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned from the seat in January 2026.

The players

Clay Fuller

The Republican candidate who won the special election for Georgia's 14th Congressional District.

Shawn Harris

The Democratic candidate who ran against Clay Fuller in the special election.

Mike Johnson

The current Speaker of the House, who will benefit from Fuller's victory in expanding the GOP's narrow majority.

Marjorie Taylor Greene

The former Congresswoman whose resignation from the 14th District seat prompted the special election.

Donald Trump

The former president who endorsed Clay Fuller in the special election.

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What they’re saying

“This victory is a testament to the enduring strength of conservative values in Georgia's 14th District.”

— Clay Fuller, Congressman-Elect

“While we're disappointed in the outcome, we'll continue fighting for the issues that matter most to the people of this district.”

— Shawn Harris, Democratic Candidate

What’s next

Fuller will be sworn in to represent Georgia's 14th District in the coming weeks, joining the Republican majority in the House of Representatives.

The takeaway

Fuller's win in a traditionally conservative district underscores the GOP's ability to maintain its grip on the House, even as the party faces challenges in other parts of the country. The result will embolden Trump-aligned Republicans as they seek to expand their influence within the party.