Summary
Sen. Thom Tillis from North Carolina will not run for reelection next year. This decision follows criticism from President Trump after Tillis voted against a major Republican tax and spending bill. Tillis cited political division and a lack of bipartisanship as reasons for his retirement.
Key Facts
- Sen. Thom Tillis will not seek reelection in North Carolina next year.
- Tillis faced criticism from President Trump for voting against a Republican tax and spending bill.
- Tillis expressed dissatisfaction with political divisiveness and lack of cooperation in Washington.
- He has served in the Senate for ten years.
- Tillis is one of two Republican senators who voted against debating the GOP policy package.
- He highlighted concerns over Medicaid costs for his state related to the bill.
- The decision opens up a competitive race for his Senate seat.
- Former Rep. Wiley Nickel is currently the only Democrat running for Tillis' seat.
