Rep. Marc Veasey, a 7th-term Democrat from North Texas, announced Monday that he would not seek reelection, instead running for Tarrant County judge.

“This decision is about where I can best serve the people of Tarrant County. It’s about strengthening our party, opening the door for new leadership, and ensuring that our community continues to thrive,” Veasey said in a statement Monday night.

Veasey has been involved in county Democratic politics for decades, going back to his work as a district aide to Rep. Martin Frost, D-Texas. Veasey studied mass communications at Texas Wesleyan University. Before joining Frost’s team, he had a few different jobs, including a stint on the sports desk of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

His decision not to seek reelection is among the fallout of the Su

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