In a surprise statement, Congressman Geoff Davis, R-Ky., resigned Tuesday.
Last December, Davis announced that he would not be seeking re-election for a fifth term in Congress citing a need to spend more time with his family. Today's announcement echoes that sentiment and comes fives months ahead of schedule.
In a statement on his website, Davis says he will step down effective immediately and cites family health concerns.
Recently, a family health issue has developed that will demand significantly more of my time to assist. As a result, I cannot continue to effectively fulfill my obligations to both my office and my family. Family must and will come first.
