Brad Wenstrup Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2024
OAN’s James Meyers
8:25 AM – Friday, November 10, 2023
Ohio Republican Brad Wenstrup has announced he will not be seeking re-election for Congress in 2024.
Wenstrup (R-Ohio) announced in a video on Thursday that he will be retiring from Congress to spend more time with his family. The Republican was elected to the House in 2012 and currently serves in Ohio’s 2nd Congressional District.
“I work in a place where a lot of people want to be somebody, but a surgeon mentor of mine once said, ‘You don’t have to be somebody somewhere else as long as you’re somebody at home,’” Wenstrup said. “Sadly, all too often, the frantic pace of Washington has kept me away from our home. I’m ready to change that.”
The Ohio Republican has been the chairman of the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, which has been leading an investigation into COVID-19’s origins and the response of the federal government.
Additionally, the committee recently subpoenaed acting National Institutes of Health Director Lawrence Tabak as part of its investigation into David Morens, who is a top aide to Anthony Fauci.
Wenstrup becomes the latest lawmaker to not seek re-election, after Joe Manchin (D-W.VA.) announced on Thursday he would not be running again.
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Who do you think will step up to fill Brad Wenstrup’s position in Congress, and why
Ohio Republican Brad Wenstrup has announced that he will not be running for re-election in Congress in 2024. Wenstrup, who has served in Ohio’s 2nd Congressional District since 2012, made the announcement in a video released on Thursday. In the video, Wenstrup stated that he wants to spend more time with his family and that the hectic pace of Washington has kept him away from home.
“I work in a place where a lot of people want to be somebody, but a surgeon mentor of mine once said, ‘You don’t have to be somebody somewhere else as long as you’re somebody at home,'” Wenstrup said. “Sadly, all too often, the frantic pace of Washington has kept me away from our home. I’m ready to change that.”
Wenstrup’s decision to retire from Congress comes as a surprise to many, as he has been an active and influential member of the Republican Party. Throughout his tenure, Wenstrup has championed various conservative causes and initiatives. He has served on several committees, including the House Intelligence Committee and the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Wenstrup’s retirement opens up a potential opportunity for new leadership within the Republican Party in Ohio. As one of the few Republicans representing the state in Congress, his departure will leave a void that will need to be filled by another conservative voice.
In recent years, Ohio has become an important battleground state in national elections and has been heavily targeted by both Republicans and Democrats. Wenstrup’s departure from Congress will undoubtedly impact the political landscape in Ohio and could potentially lead to a shift in power within the state.
As of now, it is unclear who will step up to fill Wenstrup’s position in Congress. There are sure to be many interested candidates vying for the opportunity to represent Ohio’s 2nd Congressional District. The race will likely attract national attention and could become a heated and competitive contest.
As Brad Wenstrup prepares to leave Congress and focus on his family, it is important to acknowledge his contributions to Ohio and the Republican Party. His decision to prioritize his personal life over his political career serves as a reminder that there are more important things in life than power and recognition. Wenstrup’s commitment to his family sets a positive example for others in public life and serves as a reminder of the importance of balancing work and personal life.
Ohio’s 2nd Congressional District will undoubtedly experience a change in leadership with Wenstrup’s departure. The upcoming election for the vacant seat will be closely watched by political observers, both in Ohio and across the country. Only time will tell who will fill Wenstrup’s shoes and what impact their leadership will have on the state and the nation.
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