One other one!
Florida GOP Rep. Invoice Posey on Friday abruptly introduced he can be retiring from Congress on the finish of the yr.
The 76-year-old was first elected to signify Florida’s eighth Congressional District in 2008.
“It has been the greatest honor of Katie’s and my life to represent you in Congress,” Invoice Posey mentioned in a statement. “And, polls suggest that because of YOUR support, I could remain in the job forever, and we were looking forward to another spirited campaign for a final term in office. However, earlier this week circumstances beyond my control now require me to suspect my re-election campaign.”
“I will continue to devote all possible resources to continue representing you through the end of my current term, helping President Donald Trump return to the oval office, and supporting former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos, in whom I have the greatest trust and confidence, to take up my battles against the swamp and replace me as your Congressman,” he mentioned.
Invoice Posey endorsed Mike Haridopolos to interchange his seat.
“For many years, Mike has served as my Congressional Finance Committee Chairman, while I have mentored him to replace me,” Posey mentioned. “Mike was, and remains, my first choice to represent you, me, and our district in Congress.”
Final week GOP Rep. Jake LaTurner (KS) announced he gained’t search reelection in November. He was first elected to the Home of Representatives in 2020.
Based on Axios, extra Republican lawmakers are anticipated to announce retirements within the subsequent few weeks.
Greater than 23 Home Republicans have announced they won’t search reelection in 2024.
Final month RINO Consultant Mike Gallagher (WI) announced he would exit the Home in mid-April.
Following the resignation of Mike Gallagher, Kevin McCarthy, Invoice Johnson, Ken Buck and the ousting of George Santos, the Republicans are left with a one-seat majority!
