Yet another House Republican, the 29th of this Congress, has announced plans not to run for re-election.
This time, it’s Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA).
“I first ran for election to Congress in 2014 and, as I stated then, representing the people in Congress is a service, not a career; and although I continue to have strong support from the people of the Eleventh Congressional District, I believe it is time to contribute to my community, state, and nation in other ways,” Loudermilk said in a statement this week. “Therefore, I have decided not to seek re-election at the end of my current term in Congress.”
Loudermilk represents what The Hill describes as a reliable Republican district.
US Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) announces he won’t seek another term in Congress#GA11: Trump +23 in 2024 pic.twitter.com/rTslepMfjY
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“I have learned throughout my life that doing what is right is not always easy, convenient, or popular. My wife and I have prayed diligently and discussed this extensively, and, while this is not an easy decision, we believe it is the right one. While serving my constituents in Congress ranks among my greatest honors, being a husband, a father, and a grandfather holds even greater importance to me; and at this time, I wish to spend more dedicated time with my family,” the retiring Congressman said.
Loudermilk, per Fox News, joins a “wave” of Republican retirements ahead of the midterms, in which Republicans are expected to lose their small House majority.
23 HOUSE GOP MEMBERS RETIRING OR SEEKING OTHER OFFICES. pic.twitter.com/RZqLpgkZxx
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“Loudermilk’s decision comes as lawmakers in both parties consider the toll of another election cycle, with redistricting, an early primary calendar and an increasingly national political climate influencing decisions ahead of the next midterm elections,” the Fox story said. “Loudermilk is at least the 29th Republican to announce plans not to seek re-election at the end of the current term, part of a broader wave of departures from the House. Twenty-one House Democrats have also announced they will not seek re-election.”
Photo courtesy of Loudermilk’s official photo.
