MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Wisconsin congressman Mike Gallagher takes himself out of the running for U.S. Senate.
The 8th District Republican says he wants to remain in the House and focus on the threat from China.
“I do believe we have a fleeting moment as a country and a rare opportunity to start to do the things necessary to defend America from CCP aggression, and start to win this new cold war before it’s too late. Which by the way could turn hot within the next five years,” said Gallagher.
Gallagher predicted he could have beaten Tammy Baldwin in her bid for a third term, calling the Madison Democrat “outside the mainstream,” and “a far left progressive.”
Other Republicans mentioned as challengers to Baldwin include congressman Tom Tiffany, former Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke, and former Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch.
Gallagher was seen as a viable challenger to Baldwin, who’s seeking a third term.
