WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas 8, had decided no to seek re-election next year.
The two-term representative said his time is better spent helping Texans from Texas.
“When I first ran for Congress, my mission was clear: strengthen our border, stand up for our veterans, and be a strong voice for Texas,” he said. “I’m proud of the real progress we’ve made — putting more eyes and resources on the border, reducing illegal crossings, expanding access to care for our veterans, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of Texans.
“But over the July 4th weekend, standing in floodwaters alongside my neighbors, I had a moment of clarity,” Luttrell said. “It reminded me that while the work in Washington is important, my family, my community, and my state need me here — closer to home.”
The congressman said he is not walking away from service, nor walking away from the fight, but choosing a path that allows him to stay rooted in Texas and focus on the people and places that matter most.
“Serving Texans in Congress has been the honor of a lifetime, and I will continue to do that until the end of my term,” he said. “And while I may be stepping back from public office at the end of 2026, I’m not stepping out of the arena. I will continue to champion the values that define our great state: faith, family, and freedom. Texas is where I belong – and it’s where I can do the most good.”
