Republican Rep. Gallagher Declines US Senate Run, Leaving Race Open

Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher announced he will not run for US Senate in Wisconsin in 2024 against Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin.
Baldwin is a formidable opponent seeking a third term, but the Republican field is now open with no declared candidates.
Gallagher wants to focus on leading a House committee confronting China instead of running for Senate.
Other Republicans are considering running against Baldwin, but none have officially announced their candidacy yet.
The open race leaves an opportunity for Republicans in the battleground state where Baldwin's colleague, Senator Ron Johnson, narrowly won reelection.