Rep. Mark Green to Resign After July 4 Bill

Rep. Mark Green, Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee and a Tennessee Republican, has announced he will resign from Congress after the House votes on President Trump’s major reconciliation package, which House leaders aim to finalize by July 4. Green is leaving to pursue an 'exciting' private sector opportunity. He delayed his earlier retirement plans to advance Trump's border security agenda and oversaw the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. His resignation will trigger a special election in his solid Republican district, likely further narrowing the House GOP's slim majority. The timing of his departure could impact the passage of legislation. Green highlighted his accomplishments, including tax cuts and border security measures, and expressed gratitude to colleagues and constituents.