Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly backed Clay Fuller, a conservative prosecutor from northwest Georgia, in the crowded special election to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene in the U.S. House of Representatives. Trump’s endorsement is widely seen as a major boost for Fuller in a packed Republican field ahead of the March 10 vote.
Trump’s Endorsement Shakes Up Georgia Race
Trump took to his social platform to announce his support for Fuller, praising the 44-year-old district attorney as an “America First Patriot” who aligns with core conservative priorities. Fuller, an Air Force veteran and local prosecutor, has positioned himself as a staunch defender of strict immigration enforcement and gun rights, stances that mirror Trump’s political agenda.
Fuller’s campaign is now fortified with one of the most influential endorsements in Republican politics, an edge that could prove decisive in a contest featuring more than a dozen GOP candidates.
Why the Seat Is Open and What’s at Stake
The special election was triggered by Greene’s resignation in January, following a high-profile split with Trump over her public criticism of U.S. foreign policy and disputes about the release of sensitive government documents. Trump had sharply rebuked Greene, branding her a “traitor” over their disagreements, and withdrew his backing.
Georgia’s 14th Congressional District is a deeply conservative seat, making the GOP nomination the key hurdle. If no candidate secures a majority on March 10, the top two will head to a runoff on April 7.
Opposition and Wider Context
Among the Republicans vying for the seat is former state Senator Colton Moore, another strong conservative contender. On the Democratic side, retired Brig. Gen. Shawn Harris — who previously challenged Greene in 2024 — is running again. Harris has sharply criticized Fuller for past remarks, including a controversial proposal to nominate federal immigration agents for the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
