Wisconsin GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection

Republican Representative Mike Gallagher will not seek reelection

Republican Representative Mike Gallagher from Wisconsin has declared that he will not be seeking reelection this November. Gallagher, who has been in office since 2016, chairs the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and is highly vocal on cybersecurity matters in the House. His recent vote against the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has stirred speculation about a potential primary challenge from a close ally of former President Donald Trump.

Gallagher's Statement

In a social media post on Saturday, Gallagher shared his decision, stating that he intends to transition to the private sector after the end of his term. Despite this career move, he emphasized that his focus will continue to revolve around national security and defense policy.

Colleague Reactions

Expressing gratitude to his constituents, Gallagher affirmed his dedication to the mission of safeguarding the United States against its adversaries and upholding the Constitution. His departure has prompted colleagues to hail his contributions, with Iowa GOP Representative Ashley Hinson praising his leadership and calling his departure a significant loss for Congress. Similarly, former Michigan lawmaker and Senate candidate Peter Meijer described Gallagher as the most thoughtful and intelligent member he had served with, underlining the impact of his absence on the House's strategic capabilities in countering China and leading in areas such as AI and cybersecurity.