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Exclusive: Tillis describes moment he decided not to run again

Exclusive: Tillis describes moment he decided not to run again

Summary

Sen. Thom Tillis from North Carolina said he will not run for reelection. His decision came during a conversation with President Trump about Tillis' disagreement with a major tax and spending bill supported by Trump.

Key Facts

  • Sen. Thom Tillis is from North Carolina and belongs to the Republican Party.
  • Tillis announced he will not seek another term in the Senate.
  • He decided this after a conversation with President Donald Trump.
  • The discussion was about a tax and spending bill that Tillis did not support.
  • Tillis specifically disagreed with parts of the bill related to Medicaid.
  • He informed Trump that it might be time to find his replacement.
  • Tillis voted against the proposed bill.
  • Tillis first became a senator in 2014.

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