WASHINGTON, DC – Another Hoosier will exit Congress at the end of the 2024 term after U.S. Rep. Greg Pence announced his departure on Tuesday on X (formerly Twitter) — creating a fourth open Indiana seat.
“In 2017, I ran for Congress because I was ready to serve again. As a former Marine Officer, I approached the job with purpose. After three terms, I have made the decision to not file for reelection. For the remainder of my term this year, our team will continue to focus on delivering outstanding constituent services. To the voters in Indiana’s 6th District — it is a privilege and honor to represent you in our Nation’s capital,” Pence stated.
Pence, brother of the former Vice President, represents the 6th Congressional District, covering Columbus and parts of south-central and east-central Indiana.
Greg Pence joined the Marine Corps in 1979, rising to the rank of first lieutenant after receiving his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University Chicago, according to his congressional bio. Following his honorable discharge, he joined the energy distribution industry and currently serves on Congress’ energy committee.
He could be a possible running mate should Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch win the GOP nomination for governor.
His departure comes after Rep. Larry Bucshon, Indiana’s most senior Republican House rep, announced he would retire on Monday. In addition to Pence and Bucshon, U.S. Rep. Jim Banks is running for the open U.S. Senate vacated after U.S. Sen. Mike Braun decided to run for governor. U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz previously said she would retire from Congress, though she has recently said she could reconsider.
The deadline to file a declaration of candidacy with the Indiana Secretary of State is Feb. 9.
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