Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke announced on Monday he will not run for reelection, the latest House Republican to retire ahead of the midterms.
The former Interior secretary said in a letter to constituents that health issues motivated his decision to leave Washington. Zinke said he’s undergone “multiple surgeries” since returning to Congress in 2023 to correct injuries sustained during his time as a Navy SEAL.
“The injuries sustained from a career in Special Operations are not immediately life threatening, but the repair cannot be deferred any longer and recovery will require considerable time with Lola and the family,” Zinke said. “My judgement and…
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