Ohio Congressman Brad Wenstrup announces retirement

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - U.S. Representative Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) will not seek re-election in 2024.

He announced his retirement Thursday in a video posted on X, captioned, "A heartfelt message."

"Sadly, all too often, the pace of Washington has kept me away from home," he said. "I'm ready to change that."

Congressman Wenstrup began his first term in 2013 and was elected for five terms in the House. He took over the Second District -- a position previously held by Jean Schmidt.

He has not yet announced what his next plans will be.