Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, a former longtime law enforcement officer, announced Saturday that he will not seek another term in Congress, saying he plans to “return home” after the current Congress ends to focus on his family.
In a statement released Saturday, Nehls framed the decision as the culmination of three decades of public service that began in uniform and continued through six years representing southeast Texas. He cited more than 30 years in law enforcement — including work as a police officer, constable and Fort Bend County sheriff — along with his Army service, as he described stepping away from elected office.
Nehls said the choice came after conversations with his wife and daughters over the Thanksgiving holiday. The congressman, who has built a national profile as a vocal ally of President Donald Trump, added that he called Trump before making the announcement to explain his plans.
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