Rep. Clay Fuller was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday after winning a special election to fill the seat vacated by former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Fuller now represents a reliably Republican district in northwest Georgia and will serve the remainder of the current term.

Fuller’s arrival in Congress maintains the Republican Party’s slim majority in the House at a time when margins remain tight. During his remarks after taking office, Fuller pledged to advocate for his constituents and expressed willingness to work across party lines.

The seat became vacant after Greene resigned following a highly publicized dispute with Donald Trump. Her departure marked a significant shift in the state’s political landscape, though the district remains firmly in Republican control.

Fuller has emphasized alignment with Trump and broader GOP priorities as he begins his tenure in Washington. His election ensures continuity for Republican representation in the district through the remainder of the term.

Special elections such as this one often draw attention due to their potential impact on the balance of power in Congress. In this case, the outcome preserves the existing partisan breakdown in the House while introducing a new member to the chamber.