House Ethics Chairman Ted Deutch of Florida said Monday he will leave Congress later this year to become CEO of the American Jewish Committee rather than seek reelection in November.
“In my seven terms in Congress, I have worked hard and tried to find common ground. I’m proud of my work to make our communities safer from gun violence, strengthen Social Security and protect our most vulnerable seniors, and ensure Holocaust survivors can live in dignity,” Deutch said in a statement.
He said he would serve “until Congress recesses for the next election,” which is currently set for Sept. 30. The AJC, a global Jewish advocacy group, said in a statement he would take over on Oct. 1.
