Rep. Mark Amodei (R‑Nev.) said he will retire at the end of his current term after 15 years in the House, making him the 30th House Republican to announce he will not seek reelection this cycle. Amodei serves on the Appropriations and Natural Resources committees and described it as the "right time" to "pass the torch." An AP analysis shows more than 10% of incumbents plan to leave— the highest share at this point since 2013—and 21 Democrats have also announced departures, increasing chances of major turnover in Congress.
Rep. Mark Amodei To Retire After 15 Years, Becomes 30th House Republican To Bow Out
Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.) announced Friday that he will retire at the end of his current term, making him the 30th House Republican to say he will not seek reelection in this cycle.
Amodei, who has served in the U.S. House since 2011, said in a statement that after 15 years of service it is the "right time" to step away. He currently sits on the House Appropriations Committee, the House Natural Resources Committee and several subcommittees.
"Serving the people of Nevada has been the honor of my lifetime. Nobody is prouder of our Nevada Congressional District than me. Thank you for the honor. Every achievement worth doing began with listening to Nevadans and fighting for our values... After 15 years of service, I believe it is the right time for Nevada and myself to pass the torch."
Amodei's announcement comes amid an unusually large wave of retirements in the House. An Associated Press analysis tracking retirements found that more than 10% of incumbents plan to leave—the highest share at this point in the calendar since at least 2013. The departures include dozens of Republicans and 21 Democrats who have said they will not seek another term, a level of turnover that could reshape the balance of power and campaign dynamics heading into the midterms.
Observers noted Amodei publicly acknowledged a presidential endorsement in November. On Truth Social, former President Donald Trump wrote, "Mark Amodei has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!" Amodei replied on X, "Thank you Mr. President [Donald Trump]!"
What Comes Next
With Amodei leaving, Nevada's competitive congressional landscape is likely to draw a crowded GOP primary and heightened attention from both parties. The open seat will be a focal point for fundraising and candidate recruitment as national groups respond to the broader trend of incumbents stepping aside.
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