MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Wisconsin Republican U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy says he won't challenge Democratic incumbent Sen. Tammy Baldwin in 2018, clearing the way for other Republicans who were waiting for his decision to get in the race. Duffy announced Thursday that he decided against challenging Baldwin, who will be up for re-election for the first time next year. Duffy is in his fourth term representing northern Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District.
Duffy released the following statement-
“After much prayer and deliberation, Rachel and I have decided that this is not the right time for me to run for Senate. We have eight great kids and family always comes first. Baldwin will be beat because her radically liberal Madison record and ideas are out of synch with Wisconsin. I look forward to helping our Republican nominee defeat her. I’ll continue to work my heart out for the families of the 7th district, and I’m excited about the great things we will accomplish with our united Republican government.”