Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Reuters: House Speaker Ryan announces retirement in January - 'May the new Speaker take up my agenda--more Kate Steinles' [sarc] ---tma






WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Paul Ryan, dealing a blow to the Republican Party just months ahead of pivotal congressional elections, said on Wednesday he will not seek re-election to Congress in November and will relinquish his leadership post at the start of 2019.
Ryan, who portrayed his decision as one driven by wanting to spend more time with his family, has had a rocky relationship with Republican President Donald Trump. Asked to what degree Trump's presidency influenced his decision not to seek re-election, Ryan said, "Not at all." ...