And while my name will not be on the ballot next November, I will be doing everything I can to help elect common sense, principled and results-oriented leaders. I am confident that Michigan will re-elect President Biden, entrust Democrats with legislative majorities and elect a Democrat to serve Michigan’s Eighth District after I retire from Congress. But I know it’s the right one for me and for my family. And this was not an easy decision to make. Running for office, ultimately, is a personal decision first. But after spending time with my wife, children and grandchildren and contemplating our future, the time has come for me to step back from public office. Thankfully, earlier this year I had successful surgery and I’m cancer-free. For me, being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year was one of those moments. But there are times in all our lives that make you reassess your own future and path. For most of this year, I saw myself continuing to serve and was actively planning another campaign. Nearly five decades later, I continue to love public service and the work I do every day. His full statement is below: I was first elected to public office when I was 18 years old. representative for Michigan's 8th congressional district since 2013, said he will be leaving Congress at the end of his term on January 3, 2025. FLINT, Mich.- Congressman Dan Kildee announced on Thursday that he will not be seeking re-election in 2024.
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