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SARATOGA,
N.Y. – Chairwoman Elise Stefanik released the following
statement:
"While
spending precious time with my family this Christmas season, I have
made the decision to suspend my campaign for Governor and will not seek
re-election to Congress. I did not come to this decision lightly for
our family.
I am truly
humbled and grateful for the historic and overwhelming support from
Republicans, Conservatives, Independents, and Democrats all across the state for our campaign to Save New
York.
However, as
we have seen in past elections, while we would have overwhelmingly won
this primary, it is not an effective use of our time or your generous
resources to spend the first half of next year in an unnecessary and
protracted Republican primary, especially in a challenging state like
New York.
And while
many know me as Congresswoman, my most important title is Mom. I
believe that being a parent is life's greatest gift and greatest
responsibility. I have thought deeply about this, and I know that as a
mother, I will feel profound regret if I don't further focus on my
young son's safety, growth, and happiness—particularly at his tender
age.
I am
incredibly grateful to the people of New York's 21st District for
entrusting me to represent you in the United States Congress. Thank you
to my dedicated staff over the past decade. I am proud of the
significant results that we successfully delivered for the hardworking
families in our district and across America. It has been a tremendous
professional honor to serve as your Congresswoman over the past eleven
years.
Thank you for
your support and encouragement as my family and I look forward to the
next meaningful personal and professional chapter.
God Bless and
Merry Christmas."
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