Rep. Marc Veasey (D-TX) has decided against running for reelection after his district was one of several in Texas redrawn to favor Republicans.

The seven-term Democrat is instead running for Tarrant County judge, making him the latest in a stream of lawmakers fleeing Congress, including over three dozen members in the House.

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“This decision is about where I can best serve the people of Tarrant County,” Veasey said in a statement to the Texas Tribune . “It’s about strengthening our party, opening the door for

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