A Republican member of the U.S. House who voted to impeach President Donald Trump in 2021 has announced that he will not seek re-election, bringing an end to his time in Congress.
In a public statement, the lawmaker said the decision was made after weighing personal considerations and future plans outside elected office. He acknowledged the pressures of public service and said the timing was right to step aside.
The representative was one of a small number of Republicans who broke with party leadership during the 2021 impeachment vote, a decision that became a defining moment of his tenure and drew national attention. That vote continued to shape his political standing in subsequent years.
With the announcement, the congressional seat will become open in the next election cycle, setting the stage for a competitive race. Party officials and potential candidates from both sides are already assessing the political landscape.
The departure adds to a growing list of retirements in Congress and reflects ongoing shifts within the Republican Party during President Trump’s current term in office.