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Trump Forgets He Endorsed Candidate to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
The president appeared to have no memory of backing Republican Clay Fuller for the Georgia congressional seat.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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In an embarrassing flub aboard Air Force One, former President Donald Trump forgot that he had already endorsed Republican Clay Fuller to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat in the House of Representatives. Trump had endorsed Fuller nearly two weeks earlier but seemed to have no recollection of doing so when asked about the upcoming special election in Greene's former district.
Why it matters
This incident raises further questions about Trump's mental fitness and memory, coming after a series of high-profile gaffes and confusion. It also highlights the ongoing feud between Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has publicly criticized the former president.
The details
When asked about his upcoming visit to Greene's former district in Rome, Georgia, Trump told reporters, "Well, we have a lot of people that want to take Marjorie 'Traitor' Greene's place. Many, many candidates, and I have to choose one." However, Trump had already endorsed Fuller, a Republican district attorney and Air National Guard officer, in a Truth Social post on February 4, stating that Fuller would "keep our border secure," "stop migrant crime," "safeguard our elections," and "defend our always under siege Second Amendment."
- On February 4, 2026, Trump endorsed Clay Fuller in a Truth Social post.
- On February 16, 2026, Trump appeared to have no memory of endorsing Fuller when asked about the upcoming special election in Greene's former district.
The players
Donald Trump
The 79-year-old former president of the United States.
Marjorie Taylor Greene
The former Republican congresswoman from Georgia's 14th district, who resigned late last year amid a feud with Trump.
Clay Fuller
The Republican district attorney and Air National Guard officer whom Trump endorsed to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat in the House of Representatives.
What they’re saying
“Well, we have a lot of people that want to take Marjorie 'Traitor' Greene's place. Many, many candidates, and I have to choose one.”
— Donald Trump (OK! Magazine)
“It is my Great Honor to endorse America First Patriot, Clay Fuller, who is running to represent the wonderful people of Georgia's 14th Congressional District. As District Attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit, and Air National Guard Officer, Clay knows the Wisdom and Courage required to Defend our Country, Support our Brave Military/Veterans, and Ensure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH.”
— Donald Trump (Truth Social)
What’s next
The special election to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's former House seat in Georgia's 14th district is scheduled for April 2026.
The takeaway
This incident further erodes confidence in Trump's mental acuity and decision-making, coming on the heels of other high-profile gaffes. It also highlights the ongoing tensions between the former president and Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has publicly criticized him. The special election in Georgia's 14th district will be an important test of Trump's continued influence within the Republican Party.
