Republican Clay Fuller will face Democrat Shawn Harris in a runoff to replace former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, CNN projects.
A Test of Trump’s Influence
The race to succeed Greene, who was once an ally but later a critic of President Donald Trump, has highlighted the power of Trump’s endorsement – and his influence over the Republican party – at a time when some Republicans have been willing to publicly disagree with their party’s leader.
Fuller’s Path to the Runoff
Fuller, who resigned his position as a district attorney to run in the special election, gained momentum after receiving an endorsement from Trump in February. However, the president’s support wasn’t enough to secure the seat outright from a field of a dozen Republican candidates.
Despite the runoff, Fuller characterized Tuesday’s results as an “absolute win” and expressed confidence that the party would unite behind him. “We know that the endorsement from President Trump made a difference in this race, and we’re going to move and win it,” he stated at a watch party. “It’s time that the Republican vote unites and gets a representative to Capitol Hill as soon as possible.”
Harris’s Challenge
Harris, who narrowly led Fuller on Tuesday night, believes the results demonstrate a Democrat’s potential to win in the traditionally Republican district. “Yes, it’s ruby red,” Harris said. “It won’t turn blue, but it’ll definitely turn pink.”
Several Republican candidates minimized the importance of Trump’s endorsement before the election, while still presenting themselves as potential allies in Washington. Jim Tully, a former Greene staffer who also ran in the race, told CNN, “We’ve never talked about this being President Trump’s district. This district belongs to the people.”
What’s Next?
The winner of the April 7 runoff will serve the remainder of Greene’s term, which ends in January. Trump won the district by 37 percentage points in 2024, suggesting Fuller is favored in the runoff. However, the runoff delays filling the seat, potentially complicating matters for Republicans as they navigate a historically narrow majority in the House.
Fuller’s experience as a district attorney gave him some existing popularity, particularly in the northern part of the district. He also benefited from over $1.8 million in ad support, more than double the amount spent supporting his closest Republican rival.
Harris, a retired US Army brigadier general, previously challenged Greene in 2024, losing by nearly 30 points. He has described the special election as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to flip the seat. As the most established of the three Democrats on the ballot, Harris was able to secure the majority of the Democratic vote. He has focused his campaign on affordability and presented himself as an outsider to politics, and raised over $4 million since mid-2025 – more than four times as much as his nearest Republican competitor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is running to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene?
Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris will compete in a runoff election to replace former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
When is the runoff election?
The runoff election is scheduled for April 7.
Did Donald Trump endorse a candidate in the race?
Yes, President Trump endorsed Clay Fuller.
As the Georgia 14th Congressional District prepares for its runoff election, what role will voter turnout and party unity play in determining the outcome?