Republican Congressman Mike Gallagher, also the Republican China committee chairman, has announced he will not seek re-election, stating 'Congress is no place to grow old'. His decision comes after significant backlash for voting to let Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas off the hook in an impeachment vote, leading to threats of a primary challenge from figures like Alex Bruesewitz. Gallagher's stance on the impeachment has been a point of contention, with some viewing it as a betrayal of the MAGA movement and grassroots efforts. His departure is seen by some as an opportunity for an 'America First Patriot' to take his place, highlighting the political pressures and divisions within the Republican Party, especially those related to the impeachment efforts and the party's future direction.
Pure comedy Mayorkas, facing second impeachment vote, calls on Congress to fix border https://t.co/7q6RPjjNoV
Mayorkas undaunted by prospect of second impeachment vote https://t.co/BCmhe0iqxJ
Can you say "discharge petition"? Congressman Who Broke With G.O.P. on Mayorkas Vote Will Not Seek Re-election https://t.co/aYtg5LSn0V
MAGA pleased as Republican against Mayorkas impeachment won't run again https://t.co/C0VTiWwjIw https://t.co/CTUFkwVDg4
“His decision to torpedo the impeachment effort was met with harsh criticism from Trump ally Alex Bruesewitz, weighing a primary challenge against the lawmaker” Gallagher, who voted against impeaching Mayorkas, to leave Congress | @WashTimes https://t.co/snCzD18OeU
“Alex Bruesewitz has been mulling a primary challenge to Gallagher and said in a social media post on Saturday that Gallagher was once “considered by many as a rising star in the GOP,” but “instead of embracing the MAGA movement, he decided to betray the grassroots and protect… https://t.co/hGkY0wQK1O
Republican Who Voted to Impeach Mayorkas Will Not Seek Reelection https://t.co/oSQB1a6IVi
GOP Congressman Who Voted Against Mayorkas Impeachment Will Not Seek Reelection https://t.co/CEXHcHJLh9
Republican China committee chairman Gallagher retiring from US Congress https://t.co/mS57zJKYL2 https://t.co/Otq3KtdGzg
Republican Who Voted Against Impeaching Mayorkas Announces He Won't Seek Reelection https://t.co/wDbcGVeVET
BREAKING.🚨 "He has faced 'significant backlash for his vote from allies of former President Trump — including threats of a primary challenge'..." GOP Congressman Who Voted Against Impeaching Mayorkas Abruptly Announces Retirement https://t.co/BOewvWZlHa
GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher announces retirement from House: 'Congress is no place to grow old' https://t.co/fRvWaw5bCs
STATEMENT ON MIKE GALLAGHER QUITTING CONGRESS: @RepGallagher was considered by many as a rising star in the GOP. But instead of embracing the MAGA movement, he decided to betray the grassroots and protect the swamp. Mike is now quitting congress because he knows he would face…
Ding dong another RINO GONE!! Rep. Mike Gallagher, who voted to let Mayorkas off the hook, won’t run for re-election Time for an America First Patriot to fill his seat https://t.co/3IP05KaH3D
🚨Here is the full statement from Rep. Mike Gallagher @MikeforWI on his decision to end his “deployment” in Congress: https://t.co/dpPudAB1uf