Clay Fuller Wins Marjorie Taylor Greene's Former Seat in Georgia

Sat Apr 11 2026 14:05:42 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Republican candidate Clay Fuller claims victory in the special election for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, backed by President Trump's endorsement.

In a strong showing, Republican Clay Fuller has successfully won the special election for Marjorie Taylor Greene's former House seat in Georgia, with an anticipated margin of about 12 points over his Democratic challenger Shawn Harris. The election, which occurred amid concerns regarding the Israel-Iran conflict and Trump's recent rhetoric, ends Greene's controversial tenure and marks a pivotal win for Fuller and the GOP as they maintain a slim majority in Congress.

RINGGOLD, Ga. (RTW News) — Republican Clay Fuller claimed victory in the special election for Marjorie Taylor Greene's former U.S. House seat in Georgia on Tuesday, securing a significant margin against Democratic candidate Shawn Harris. Fuller's win, bolstered by President Donald Trump’s endorsement, came amidst growing unease over U.S. involvement in the Iran conflict.

In a district that Greene had previously won by a staggering 29 points and which Trump carried by almost 37 points just two years ago, Fuller was projected to win by about 12 points, solidifying the Republican foothold as midterm elections loom ahead.

They couldn’t beat Donald Trump and they never will, Fuller declared to supporters at his election night gathering in Ringgold. He emphasized his commitment to uphold Trump's policies in Washington, promising, I will be on Capitol Hill as a warrior to have his back each and every day.

Despite the victory, the election was characterized by a notable Democratic surge. In Wisconsin, a liberal candidate recently won a Supreme Court seat by double-digit margins, suggesting a broader trend that could favor Democrats in upcoming elections.

Fuller’s election now sets the stage for him to serve out the remaining months of Greene's term but he will face challenges as he seeks a full two-year term in a Republican primary scheduled for May 19, 2026. Harris is already positioned as the Democratic nominee for the general election in November.

Despite the positive electoral outcomes for Republicans, some party members expressed concerns about Trump’s aggressive foreign policy statements, particularly regarding the increasing tensions with Iran. Jason McGinty, a voter from Acworth, noted that while he supported Fuller, he feared that Trump's potential military actions could escalate into significant conflict.

Fuller’s handling of the race amid turbulent political times—a war looming overseas and internal party dissent—will be closely watched as he tries both to consolidate his position within the Republican Party and respond to the rising Democratic enthusiasm among voters.