GOP Rep. Ken Buck Declines Re-Election Bid, Citing Party's Election Denialism
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Representative Ken Buck, a conservative Colorado Republican who played a central role in ousting Kevin McCarthy from the speakership, announced that he will not seek re-election next year. Buck cited his party's election denialism and refusal to condemn the January 6th assault on the Capitol as reasons for his decision. He expressed frustration with the contemporary Republican Party, stating that they have lost their way and have an identity crisis. Buck's announcement follows that of Representative Kay Granger, Republican of Texas, who also stated that she will not run again next year.
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- G.O.P.'s Buck Won't Seek Re-Election, Citing His Party's Election Denialism The New York Times
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