The D.C. insider publication Roll Call today reports on a head-scratching rumor that Rep. Chris Gibson will “retire” (step down) today, with the likely intent of running for Statewide office. From the report:
“Rep. Chris Gibson, R-N.Y., will announce his retirement Tuesday, according to two GOP sources. [...] Last year, Gibson annihilated venture capitalist Sean Eldridge, the Democratic nominee with deep pockets, by nearly 30 points. Initially, Democrats were optimistic about defeating Gibson in the lush and rolling Hudson Valley-based district north of New York City. But Eldridge’s candidacy quickly flamed out, and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee never reserved airtime in the 19th District to support his campaign.”
Link:
http://atr.rollcall.com/house-races-2016-chris-gibson-retirement/