Florida Republican Rep. Dennis Ross is retiring after eight years of serving in the US House.
"After thoughtful prayer and consideration, my wife Cindy and I decided that I will not seek re-election for a fifth-term in office," Ross wrote in a statement posted to Facebook Wednesday morning.
I’ve been honored to serve my community in Congress. Cindy & I have decided that I will not seek re-election.
I look forward to continued public service in my next chapter, where I will return to the practice of law and will pursue opportunities to increase civic education. pic.twitter.com/hI7MDDcjbd
— Dennis Ross (@RepDennisRoss) April 11, 2018
"I am grateful for this incredible opportunity to serve and I look forward to the next chapter of my life which will include, in some way, continued public service."
Ross wrote that he plans on returning to Lakeland, Florida, the district he represents, and practicing law.
The retirement announcement of Ross, who joined House leadership in 2014 as senior deputy majority whip, comes the same day that House Speaker Paul Ryan said he won't seek re-election and will hang up his gavel after this year.
