Mark Green Announces Unexpected Early Retirement from Congress

Rep. Mark Green, a rock-solid conservative and one of the most vocal defenders of America’s border security, announced his early retirement from Congress on Monday. Green, who chairs the House Homeland Security Committee, says he’s stepping down shortly after the House completes its vote on President Trump’s sweeping reconciliation bill what Trump has called his “big, beautiful bill.”

Green’s departure marks the end of a strong chapter in Republican leadership, especially on issues that matter most: border security, tax reform, and the defense of American sovereignty.

“It is with a heavy heart that I announce my retirement from Congress,” Green said. “Recently, I was offered an opportunity in the private sector that was too exciting to pass up.”

Green made clear this decision wasn’t about quitting the fight it was about finishing the job. He had already intended to step away after the last Congress but chose to remain specifically to shepherd Trump’s America First border agenda through Capitol Hill.

Here’s what Green accomplished before stepping down:

• Played a lead role in impeaching DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, holding him accountable for the border crisis under Biden.

• Led the Homeland Security Committee, one of the few remaining committees still fighting for actual enforcement of U.S. immigration law.

• Supported Trump’s border security measures through the latest reconciliation bill, ensuring key policy victories stay intact before his exit.

Green has represented Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District since 2019 and has been a consistent vote for conservative priorities. He’s also a decorated Army veteran a man who has worn the uniform and carried those values into the halls of Congress. His departure may be a loss to the institution, but not to the movement. With the GOP holding a firm grip on his deep-red district (Trump carried it by more than 20 points), conservatives can be confident a strong successor will emerge.

The exact timing of Green’s departure hinges on the reconciliation bill, which narrowly passed the House by a 215-214 vote. It’s now in the Senate, where changes are expected. Once finalized, the House must vote again before it heads to President Trump’s desk.

Until then, Green remains on duty, committed to seeing Trump’s agenda through.

This is how a public servant finishes strong by delivering on his promises, defending the Constitution, and putting America First.

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