Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas to retire at end of his term

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Rep. Troy Nehls announced he will retire from Congress at the end of his term after next year’s election.

The Trump-backed congressman is endorsing his twin brother, Trever, to succeed him in the heavily Republican 22nd District southwest of Houston.

Nehls entered Congress in 2021 after three decades in law enforcement and Army service.

Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas announced Saturday that he will retire from Congress after his term ends following next year’s elections.

Nehls, a staunch supporter of President Trump who has sported his mug shot on a T-shirt, said he called Trump to inform him of his plans.

“President Trump has always been a strong ally for our district