Election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene leads to run-off

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersMarch 11, 2026 at 05:41 AM

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In the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in the US House of Representatives in Georgia, no candidate secured a majority, leading to an April 7 run-off. Clay Fuller, the Republican candidate endorsed by Donald Trump, will face Shawn Harris, a Democrat. Fuller received 34.9% of the vote, while Harris garnered 37.3%. The election is being closely watched as an early indicator of Trump's influence within the Republican party, particularly in a district known for its support of the "Make America Great Again" movement. Fuller significantly outperformed other Republican candidates, including Colton Moore, demonstrating Trump's continued sway. The winner of the run-off will represent this staunchly conservative district in the US House.

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Colton Moore 50% Republican Party 60% US House of Representatives 60% Shawn Harris ×370% Marjorie Taylor Greene ×270% United States 80% Georgia ×380% Clay Fuller ×480% Donald Trump ×690%

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