California Rep. Darrell Issa to retire, endorses Jim Desmond to succeed him
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California Representative Darrell Issa retires after quarter-century in Congress, citing accomplishments including Congressional Medal of Honor for retired Navy Captain.
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"Today I’m announcing my enthusiastic endorsement of Supervisor Jim Desmond for Congress — to represent California’s new 48th district," Issa told Fox News. "Jim is not only a personal friend, he’s a true patriot, a Navy veteran, a successful businessman, and has a 20-year record of public service. He understands this community, was born and raised here, and will make a terrific Congressman."
Issa said stepping down after 25 years in Congress — and another 25 in business — was not an easy decision.
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