Romney Announces Retirement from Senate, Backs Harris for President
Former Presidential Nominee Romney Ends Reelection Bid
Romney Endorses Vice President Harris as Democratic Successor
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a surprise announcement, Senator Mitt Romney of Utah has declared that he will not seek reelection in 2024. The former Republican presidential nominee has become known in the Senate as a frequent critic of former President Donald Trump.
Romney's decision to retire marks a significant shift in the political landscape. He is one of the most prominent Republicans to break with Trump and has been a vocal critic of the former president's policies and behavior.
In a statement released on Thursday, Romney said that he is "deeply grateful" for the opportunity to serve in the Senate but that he believes it is "time for a new generation of leaders" to take the helm.
Romney's announcement comes as the Republican Party is grappling with its post-Trump future. The party is deeply divided between traditional conservatives and Trump supporters, and it is unclear how the party will move forward.
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