Republican Tom Reed resigns from Congress

Republican Congressman Tom Reed of New York announced Tuesday that he will resign his seat, effective at the end of the day, cutting his last term a few months short. Reed announced his retirement from Congress in March 2021 after being accused of sexual misconduct.

"It has been an honor to serve with you all from both parties. I love this institution as it still exemplifies what is best about our government, we are the People's house. While I am proud that we put people before politics, there is much more to do," Reed said on the House floor. He is leaving to join Prime Policy Group, a Washington D.C. bipartisan lobbying group.

"My most profound appreciation is for the people of Western New York. Thank you for giving a country lawyer, the youngest of 12, raised by a single mother whose father passed away when he was only two, the honor of representing you at the highest level. Only in America can such a dream come true," he added.