Rep. Raul Labrador (R-ID) announced Wednesday that he will seek re-election to his congressional seat, dispelling speculation that he would make a gubernatorial run.
“I believe that I have been able to make a difference and have a lot of influence in Washington during my short time there, and I know I can have an even bigger impact in the years to come,” Labrador said in a press conference, as quoted by the Idaho Statesman. “Even though many of you had very persuasive reasons why I should consider running for governor, I genuinely believe that Congress is the best place for me to serve you at this time.”
Labrador wouldn’t endorse incumbent Gov. Butch Otter (R) during the press conference, according to the Statesman, saying Otter “could do a better job.”
