GOP Representative Mark Meadows has announced that he will not seek reelection. Meadows has been one of the strongest defenders of President Trump in Congress.

According to Fox News:

Rep. Mark Meadows, R-N.C., will not seek re-election, he confirmed in a statement Thursday.

The four-term congressman said that he will be retiring at the end of his term.

“This was a decision I struggled with greatly. These last 8 years, I have been so blessed to serve the people of NC-11 and help give a voice to millions of Americans who feel Washington, D.C. has forgotten them,” he said.

The staunch supporter of President Trump touted the accomplishments he has seen the administration achieve.

Meadows has been rumored to be in consideration for a role in the Trump administration and his retirement will continue to fuel this speculation.