Senator Mitt Romney has <a href="https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2023/11/13/mitt-romney-stands-down-will-not-seek-presidential-bid/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> that he will not seek reelection to the Senate in 2024 and has no plans to launch a presidential bid.

This decision has dispelled rumors that he might run for president again, potentially challenging former President Donald Trump. 

A group had previously filed paperwork to form a draft committee for a potential third-party presidential bid involving Romney and Senator Joe Manchin, who is also retiring from the Senate. 

Romney has been critical of Trump’s character and stance on issues, such as global warming, but Trump celebrated his decision not to seek reelection.

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Now we know.{ai:summary}Senator Mitt Romney has decided not to seek reelection in 2024, putting an end to speculation about another presidential bid. A group had formed a draft committee for a potential third-party bid involving Romney and Senator Joe Manchin, but Romney's chief of staff confirmed that he has no interest in running for president at this time. Romney has been critical of former President Trump and his decision not to seek reelection was celebrated by Trump. #politics

Mitt Romney Announces His Decision on Running For President in 2024

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