On Wednesday, South Carolina Congressman Jeff Duncan (R) announced his plans to retire at the end of this term.
Duncan, 58, was elected to Congress in 2010.
“At some point in a career, one needs to step aside and allow others to bring fresh ideas and abilities into the fight for Liberty, just as I have,” he wrote in a statement. “Representing the 3rd District of South Carolina in this capacity has been a privilege and honor.”
“Now, it is time for another man or woman to serve our District in the next Congress. I will not seek re-election to the US House of Representatives,” he added.
The South Carolina Republican, who is a member of the House Freedom Caucus, advocated for steep spending cuts and reining in federal spending. He nodded to that conservative record in his statement Wednesday.
“I am proud of my conservative voting record and the opportunities over these 14 years to lead the State and Nation on many issues important to South Carolina and the United States, especially in fiscal responsibility and American energy,” he wrote.
Duncan is the 40th sitting lawmaker to call it quits at the end of this Congress, according to the House press gallery. He is the 18th Republican with plans to depart the chamber.
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