Wisconsin Representative Mike Gallagher, a Republican who chairs the House Select Committee on China and voted against the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, has announced he will not seek re-election. The Brown County GOP, the largest county in Gallagher's district, had called on him to vote for impeachment. Facing backlash from allies of former President Trump and a potential primary challenge from Trump loyalist Alex Bruesewitz, Gallagher decided to step down. Despite the decision, he plans to continue his work on defense policy. His departure has elicited a range of responses, with some colleagues lamenting the loss of a principled and knowledgeable member of Congress, while MAGA supporters celebrate his exit. This adds to a growing number of GOP members not seeking re-election.
An enormous bummer. For someone so talented and committed to the promise of Congress as an institution to walk away is such an indictment of our system. https://t.co/8ezdWKXqXQ https://t.co/4PgyZL1OJ9
“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
Wisconsin Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher, who was a key holdout in the recent failed effort to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, said that he would not seek another term in Congress. https://t.co/NVPaHk1o80
“Gallagher’s decision not to run for re-election follows reports suggesting he could face a primary challenge from Trump ally Alex Bruesewitz.” Mike Gallagher Who Voted Against Impeaching Mayorkas Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection | @gatewaypundit https://t.co/jVZpZKqvnp
Republican Who Voted to Impeach Mayorkas Will Not Seek Reelection https://t.co/oSQB1a6IVi
Rep. Mike Gallagher, who chairs a committee aimed at helping the U.S. compete against China, said he will not run for re-election—a blow to the establishment wing of the Republican party https://t.co/7dvl6ShT4Z https://t.co/7dvl6ShT4Z
Rep. Mike Gallagher underscores a political asymmetry w/ House retirements. 10 Ds + 14 Rs are retiring and *not* seeking higher office. The GOP retiring members tend to be much younger than the Dem retirements. Several are in their prime and deciding it's not worth it. https://t.co/DPxHMvTrA0
GOP Congressman Who Voted Against Mayorkas Impeachment Will Not Seek Reelection https://t.co/CEXHcHJLh9
“Electoral politics was never supposed to be a career and, trust me, Congress is no place to grow old,” Mr. Gallagher said. “And so, with a heavy heart, I have decided not to run for reelection.” https://t.co/hhQdueqfFU
Top House China hawk to retire, opening seat in battleground Wisconsin https://t.co/JuWhu36Bw5
Mike Gallagher, a Republican from Wisconsin who heads a House committee looking into China’s military and economic threats to the US, said he won’t seek reelection in November https://t.co/CEHV6Mbooi
Really sorry to see Mike retire. He was one of the really good guys. Principled, hard-working, knowledgeable. A big contributor to the Intelligence Committee. https://t.co/ChmnPwBV4D
Gallagher is the 19th Republican in congress to announce that they will not be seeking office in 2024. https://t.co/wV59o57qLs
RINO Gallagher: If we impeach Mayorkas, the Dems might impeach our guys! Dude they already impeached Trump twice!! So glad this coward sellout is leaving Congress Wisconsin deserves much better
Republican China committee chairman Gallagher retiring from US Congress https://t.co/mS57zJKYL2 https://t.co/Otq3KtdGzg
Rep. Gallagher: Why I Voted Against Impeachment | Congressman Mike Gallagher https://t.co/rjS3is15dl
Bruesewitz was threatening a primary to Gallagher in recent days over his vote on the Mayorkas impeachment. Says he is still taking a very strong look at running https://t.co/Q3EK039KXA
Rep. Mike Gallagher was a No vote on impeaching Mayorkas, and now he’s getting a nice big job in the defense industry. Keep your eyes on people who call his resignations a “loss” for Congress and the GOP.
Mike has been a great Member of Congress. As Co-Chairs of the Friends of Australia Caucus, we strengthened the 🇺🇸🇦🇺alliance, culminating with passage of AUKUS legislation last December. He will be sorely missed, but his devotion to duty will continue in new & meaningful ways. https://t.co/J04OpAA5Wu
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
I hope @MikeforWI will continue to serve. He is a thoughtful patriot, a great leader, and it was an honor to serve with him. Best wishes for him and his family’s next chapter. https://t.co/qnUf5nZQJi
JUST IN: RINO Rep. Mike Gallagher Who Voted Against Impeaching Mayorkas Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection via @gatewaypundit https://t.co/GYiHWwd4rq
House China committee chair #MikeGallagher will not seek re-election in November 👇 https://t.co/JxkGv8gb9A
A big loss - one of the smartest, most substantive, and thoughtful lawmakers in a Congress running out of them. I've been proud to have Mike Gallagher represent my (original) home district (WI-8). https://t.co/KS9CNVNpfw
Thank you for your unyielding commitment to our country. We are grateful for your multiple forms of service, including as Representative, and we are sad to see you leave a Congress that desperately needs first-rate thinkers like you. https://t.co/OD4wBbZwbc
Mike represented his district with passion and hard work for the past seven years. Thank you for your service to our great state and country. https://t.co/7Bt5QmuWD9
GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher announces retirement from House: 'Congress is no place to grow old' https://t.co/fRvWaw5bCs
Mike Gallagher will not seek reelection in 2024 https://t.co/eMLzFRGRjc https://t.co/eMLzFRGRjc
"U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Republican and China hawk, will not seek re-election." (via @journalsentinel) https://t.co/ybzmjSCHG9
Pay attention: MAGA is cheering Mike Gallagher’s decision to not seek re-election. Serious Republicans are leaving Congress. We will get more Marjorie Taylor Greene’s who don’t understand the threats we face & will obstruct aid to our allies.
4-term House Republican announces retirement as GOP congressional exodus grows https://t.co/jnfdKEiqyL
Mike is hands down the most thoughtful and intelligent member I served with. Passionate about strengthening our national security in ways both seen and unseen. Can’t overstate the loss this is to the House’s ability to smartly counter China and lead from the front on AI/cyber. https://t.co/9NCOyGle02
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…
Huge loss for Congress. Mike is a mentor and friend & his chairmanship of @committeeonccp will undoubtedly better position the U.S. to compete with China longterm. He will be sorely missed, but I’m happy for him & his family & wish him all the best in his next chapter. https://t.co/1xAutR4ksO
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
Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wisc.), the chair of the House Select Committee on China, said Saturday he will not seek reelection in November. https://t.co/Hr03N816m2
disappointing to see mike gallagher announce he won’t seek re-election. one of the most capable people i’ve interacted with in the house.
Wow, after the GOP county chairs wanted him ousted after he voted against impeaching Mayorkas, and facing the prospect of a pro-Trump challenger, Gallagher announces he won’t run again. https://t.co/lUemcfi56t
Wow, after the GOP county chairs wanted him ousted after he voted against impeaching Mayorkas, and facing the prospect of a pro-Trump challenger, Gallagher steps aside. https://t.co/lUemcfi56t
You are truly one of the good ones Congressman Gallagher - our party and Congress will be so much less without you serving… this is very sad news. https://t.co/onNuedpdJH
A) GOP WI Rep Gallagher will not seek re-election. Voted against impeachment of Mayorkas.
The Trump era claims another promising up-and-comer. Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) won't run again in 2024: https://t.co/cS0O6FTY6F
INBOX: Rep. Gallagher not seeking reelection following vote not to impeach Mayorkas https://t.co/ZOYpQVRgMJ
Another big shakeup in House GOP ranks: Mike Gallagher announces he won’t run for re-election. https://t.co/0n2tuJikDy
News: China Select Committee Chair Mike Gallagher says he won’t seek reelection in November. “The Framers intended citizens to serve in Congress for a season and then return to their private lives.” Fourth GOP chair planning to retire (Granger, McHenry and McMorris Rodgers): https://t.co/3GmZVLjfdK
News: Rep. Mike Gallagher (R., Wis.), who chairs a committee aimed at helping the U.S. compete against China -- and voted against the Mayorkas impeachment-- said he will not run for re-election https://t.co/pY1HtfXKZs by @siobhanehughes
NEW: Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher, chairman of the Select Committee on China, will not seek reelection this November. He tells me he will leave Congress but plans to continue work on defense policy: https://t.co/hi572sKApl via @journalsentinel
🚨The Brown County GOP calls on @RepGallagher to vote to impeach Mayorkas. Brown County is the largest county in Gallagher’s district. Do the right thing, Mike! https://t.co/ZPVVU19cll
So it begins. Mike Gallagher, who was one of the 4 Republicans who voted against impeaching Mayorkas, may now draw a primary challenger in Trump loyalist Alex Bruesewitz. He says that he is “taking a strong look” at it. What will Trump do? Will Gallagher switch his vote? https://t.co/sDEEC28wkT
House Republicans Say They Aren't Done With Mayorkas After Failed Impeachment Vote https://t.co/OvH7KAMVCH