Republican Representative Mike Gallagher has declared his intention to step down from Congress next month, further narrowing the House Republican majority. Gallagher, who had previously announced his decision not to seek reelection, revealed that his departure will be effective April 19, significantly impacting the delicate balance of power within the House of Representatives.
With Gallagher's exit, House Republicans will face a dwindling majority, holding a mere one-vote edge over their Democratic counterparts, with 217 Republicans and 213 Democrats. The congressman cited his pride in his legislative accomplishments, particularly his leadership roles on critical committees such as Armed Services and Intelligence, as well as his tenure as chair of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party.
