Rebecca Shabad is a politics reporter for NBC News based in Washington.
WASHINGTON — Reps. Ken Buck, R-Colo., and Kay Granger, R-Texas, said Wednesday that they won't seek re-election next year, announcements that come after their conference was embroiled in chaos for more than three weeks last month trying to elect a new speaker.
both at the presidential level and in the House.' Granger, 80, said in her statement Wednesday that she wants younger people to take up leadership positions in Washington. 'As I announce my decision to not seek re-election, I am encouraged by the next generation of leaders in my district,' she said. 'It’s time for the next generation to step up and take the mantle and be a strong and fierce representative for the people.
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