Armistead said the senator told him during his 2016 bid for reelection that it was his last campaign, but Armistead added the caveat that, “Things change.” Several months ago, Shelby told a group of business leaders at a private meeting that he would retire rather than run again, according to a person in attendance who was not authorized to discuss the event and also spoke on condition of anonymity.
AP sources: Alabama senator has indicated he won't run again
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Armistead said the senator told him during his 2016 bid for reelection that it was his last campaign, but Armistead added the caveat that,“Things change.” Several months ago, Shelby told a group of business leaders at a private meeting that he would retire rather than run again, according to a person in attendance who was not authorized to discuss the event and also spoke on condition of anonymity.
Richard Shelby won't run for reelection, AP sources say
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