Disappointed by the limits of national politics, Republican members of the U.S. House are giving up their seats to make a wide push for state governorships.
According to a CNN report on the 25th, local time, so far 10 Republican House members have either announced bids or are preparing to run in the gubernatorial elections scheduled for next November. CNN's analysis found that never in one election season had so many House members from a single party run for governor. From the Democratic Party, only one House member entered a gubernatorial race.
CNN said that as Republicans barely maintain their majority status in Congress (220 seats to 213, with two vacancies) and struggle to move legislation, members believe they can achieve more in state government than in the House. Governors can exercise independent authority in running state governments.
Tom Tiffany, a House member running for Wisconsin governor, said, "I think I will have more impact as the state's chief executive than as a legislator," adding, "If you ask where I can do the most good for the people of Wisconsin, I think it's as governor."
After winning the last presidential election, Republicans in July passed President Donald Trump's key legislative priority, "One Big and Beautiful Act." However, more lawmakers have concluded that Congress is not functioning properly due to political polarization and intensifying partisan strife.
Tommy Tuberville, a senator running for Alabama governor, told CNN, "Here in Congress, you can't make many decisions," adding, "You can vote one way or the other and maybe pass a bill or two, but in state government you can make things happen."