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Rep. Mark Green Resigns, Endorses Successor for Congress

7/22/2025

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Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee stepped down from Congress on July 20, creating a vacancy among the 431 members of the House. After serving since 2019 and leading the Homeland Security Committee, he announced his endorsement of Matt Van Epps as his successor, citing an enticing opportunity in the private sector. A special election will soon determine his replacement.

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Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee stepped down from Congress on July 20, creating a vacancy among the 431 members of the House. After serving since 2019 and leading the Homeland Security Committee, he announced his endorsement of Matt Van Epps as his successor, citing an enticing opportunity in the private sector. A special election will soon determine his replacement.