"GOP Rep. Ken Buck to Sudden Retirement, Narrowing House Majority"

Republican Rep. Ken Buck of Colorado, known for his hardline conservative views, is leaving Congress at the end of next week, citing dysfunction and bickering in Capitol Hill. His departure will impact the partisan breakdown in the House, where Republicans hold a narrow majority. Buck expressed dissatisfaction with the current political landscape and plans to get involved in the candidate selection process, emphasizing the need for better candidates. He had previously announced that he would not seek reelection in 2024.