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Montana Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid minutes before filing deadline

Montana Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid minutes before filing deadline

Summary

Republican U.S. Senator Steve Daines from Montana decided not to run for a third term. He announced his decision just a few minutes before the deadline for candidates to file their intent to run. Daines wants to spend more time with his family and at home in Montana.

Key Facts

  • Steve Daines is a Republican U.S. Senator from Montana.
  • He decided not to run for a third term in the Senate.
  • Daines made this announcement just minutes before the filing deadline for candidates.
  • He is 63 years old.
  • Daines stated he made this decision after considering it for several months.
  • He plans to spend more time with his seven grandchildren.
  • Daines also expressed a desire to spend more time in Montana.

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