World News | Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, Former Presidential Candidate and Governor, Won't Seek Reelection in 2024
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said on Wednesday that he will not run for reelection in 2024, creating a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favours Republicans and is expected to attract a crowded field.
Utah, Sep 13 (AP) Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said on Wednesday that he will not run for reelection in 2024, creating a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favours Republicans and is expected to attract a crowded field.
Romney, a former presidential candidate and governor of Massachusetts, made the announcement in a video statement. He said the country is ready for a new generation of leadership.
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The 76-year-old easily won election in reliably GOP Utah in 2018 but was expected to face more resistance from his own party after he emerged as one of the most visible members to break with former President Donald Trump, who is still the party's de-facto leader.(AP)
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