West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to Rep. Ted Deutch (FL-22) announcing he will not seek re-election.

“Ted Deutch is my long-time friend and neighbor, and a true champion for the South Florida community,” said Rep. Frankel. “In Congress, he has a been leading force for the U.S.-Israel relationship, gun reform, and the fight against antisemitism. I will dearly miss serving with him and congratulate him on his well-deserved new journey.”