Rep. Mark Green Resigning After July 4 Vote

Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.), chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, will resign from Congress after the House votes on President Trump’s budget and border security reconciliation package, citing a compelling private sector opportunity. Green had earlier said he would not seek re-election but was convinced by President Trump and constituents to run again and won re-election in November 2024. He played a key role in advancing Trump’s border security agenda and led the GOP impeachment effort against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Green’s resignation triggers a special election in Tennessee’s 7th District and will further narrow the Republican majority in the House. He highlighted achievements on historic tax cuts, pro-life legislation, and border security. Green, a combat veteran and former ER doctor, expressed pride in nearly four decades of public service.