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Trump Stumps in Georgia as Race to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene Heats Up
President makes campaign-style stop in key battleground state as special election to succeed former firebrand lawmaker intensifies.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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President Donald Trump is heading to Georgia on Thursday to visit local businesses and deliver a speech on his efforts to boost the economy. His trip comes as early voting is underway in the special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who had a major falling out with the president before stepping down from Congress. A crowded field of 18 candidates are vying to succeed Greene in Georgia's solidly red 14th Congressional District.
Why it matters
Trump's visit to the key battleground state is seen as an effort to energize his base of MAGA supporters ahead of the midterm elections, where Republicans are looking to defend their narrow House majority. The president's economic message and ability to turn out low-propensity voters are viewed as crucial to the GOP's midterm strategy.
The details
Trump will highlight his administration's efforts to address issues like inflation, energy costs, and unemployment during his stop in Rome, Georgia. The president earlier this month endorsed Clay Fuller, a former local district attorney, in the race to replace Greene. With so many candidates in the running, it's likely no one will top 50% in the March 10 special election, forcing an April 7 runoff.
- Trump will visit Georgia on Thursday, February 23, 2026.
- Early voting is currently underway in the special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
- The special election is scheduled for March 10, 2026, with a potential runoff on April 7, 2026.
The players
Donald Trump
The former president of the United States who is seeking to energize his base of supporters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Marjorie Taylor Greene
The former Republican congresswoman from Georgia's 14th district who had a falling out with Trump before stepping down from Congress.
Clay Fuller
A former local district attorney who received Trump's endorsement in the race to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene.
What they’re saying
“We have a lot of people that want to take Marjorie 'Traitor' Greene's place, and many, many candidates, and I have to choose one.”
— Donald Trump (Fox News)
“Team Trump will deploy every resource necessary to win the midterms, protect our majorities, and ensure President Trump keeps delivering results for America's working families.”
— Source in Trump's political orbit (Fox News Digital)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
Trump's visit to Georgia underscores the importance of the state in the 2026 midterm elections, as Republicans look to defend their narrow House majority and energize the president's base of supporters. The race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in the state's solidly red 14th Congressional District will be a closely watched contest that could serve as a bellwether for the broader political landscape.
