One of the most powerful Republicans in Congress, Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen of New Jersey, announced Monday he will plans retire from Congress at the end of this term. Frelinghuysen is the chair of the House Appropriations Committee. The Wall Street Journal reported last week that Frelinghuysen was facing the first serious challenge of his 23-year congressional career. Even once-secure Republicans are seen to be at risk in the upcoming midterm elections.
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