Mitt Romney retires - Inflation rises - Mexico's UFO hearing

Source: Associated Press

1. Summary
   Utah Sen. Mitt Romney on Wednesday announced he would not seek re-election in 2024. He said that at the end of another term, he would be in his mid-80s, and that "Frankly, it’s time for a new generation of leaders." He said he would not leave politics completely upon leaving office.
   
   Romney criticized both President Biden and former President Trump. "On the deficits and debt, both men refuse to address entitlements," he said. "Donald Trump calls global warming a hoax and President Biden offers feel-good solutions [...] On China, President Biden underinvests in the military and President Trump underinvests in our alliances."
   
   Romney was one of 17 congressional Republicans who voted to impeach Trump; now six are left, including him. A poll of Utah Republicans from August found just 56% approved of Romney. Although Romney's seat will likely go to another Republican, it remains unclear whether it will be a moderate or someone farther right. Utah has a sizable contingent of Trump-skeptical Republicans.

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