Republican Congressman Mike Gallagher (Wisconsin) announced Last month, he announced that he would not seek re-election, but this time he has announced that he plans to step down next month.
His resignation will shrink the Republican House majority This means that if all members vote, even two Republicans joining Democrats would result in a 215-215 tie.
“After discussions with my family, I have made the decision to resign from my position as Wisconsin’s 8th Congressman, effective April 19, 2024,” Gallagher said in a statement. statement.
“I am working closely with the House Republican leadership on this schedule and look forward to Chairman Johnson appointing a new chair to carry out the important mission of the Select Committee on the Communist Party of China.” continued. “My office will continue to operate and serve the 8th District for the remainder of my term. It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve four terms in the Northeast Wisconsin State Legislature, and I will continue to serve the 8th District. It strengthened my belief that the world is the greatest country in history.” “
Mr. Gallagher is provided He has served in the House of Representatives since early 2017, and was one of 101 House Republicans. I voted On Friday, he voted to pass a muddy government spending package laden with timelines and send the proposal to the Senate.
Friday is the last day of term for Colorado Republican Rep. Ken Buck, who announced last year that he would not seek re-election and announced last week that he would leave Congress this weekend. Buck voted against the spending package on Friday.
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