Republican Congressman Ken Buck of Colorado has announced his resignation from the House of Representatives, stating that it has been an honor to serve the people of Colorado’s 4th District for the past nine years. In a press release, Buck expressed his gratitude for the support and encouragement he has received throughout his tenure. He plans to stay involved in the political process and spend more time with his family in Colorado.
Buck, who has served in the House since November 2014, is currently a member of the House Judiciary Committee and Foreign Affairs Committee. He gained attention recently for opposing the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, joining two other House Republicans in their dissent.
It is worth noting that Buck had previously announced that he would not run for another term, and his resignation will further narrow the GOP’s majority in the House. With Buck’s departure, the breakdown will be 218 Republicans and 213 Democrats, leaving the GOP with a slim margin of only two votes on any given issue.
This news comes at a critical time for Republicans as they navigate the political landscape and work to advance their agenda. With the Democrats holding a narrow majority, every vote counts, and the resignation of a Republican representative only adds to the challenges they face.
As this is a developing story, more details are expected to emerge in the coming days. Stay tuned for updates on this and other political developments.
