. DETROIT – Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell announced on Monday that he is disaffiliating from the Republican Party.. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced in a letter on Monday that he was leaving the GOP, citing President Trump ’s actions after the Nov. 3 election as the reason why. Retiring Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan, who did not run for reelection during the 2020 contest, announced on Monday that he is switching his affiliation from Republican to Independent. Rep. Paul Mitchell. Mitchell decided not to run for office in 2020, lamenting the “rhetoric and vitriol in Washington DC.” UNITED STATES – DECEMBER 19: Rep. Paul Mitchell, R-Mich., is seen outside a meeting of the House Republican Conference in the Capitol on December 19, 2017. Rep. Paul Mitchell announced he's leaving the Republican Party just weeks before his January retirement, making it clear that President Trump's efforts to challenge the results of the election is what drove him to the decision. [4] A longtime resident of Thomas Township, near Saginaw,[21] he bought a home in Dryden Township to enter the race for the 10th. Rep. Paul Mitchell announced he's leaving the Republican Party just weeks before his January retirement, making it clear that President Trump's efforts … Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell called on the president to give it up for the "sake of our Nation." He graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's degree in 1978. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced in a letter on Monday that he was leaving the GOP, citing President Trump ’s actions after the Nov. 3 election as the reason why. In a letter to the Republican National Committee Chairwoman, he cited President Donald Trump's actions following the November 3 election as the main reason. GOP Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI), who voted for President Donald Trump, announced during an interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper that he is leaving the Republican Party and becoming an Independent. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan quit the Republican Party on Monday over the GOP's refusal to admit that President Donald Trump lost the election to President-elect Joe Biden. Although he voted to re-elect President Donald Trump, Mitchell … [4], Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Subcommittee on Health Care, Benefits and Administrative Rules, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, "READ: Rep. Paul Mitchell's letter quitting the GOP, fearing 'long-term harm to our democracy' with its support for Trump's actions", "Michigan State University 1978 Spring Term Commencement", "Millionaire Mitchell joins race for Rep. Miller's seat", "Saginaw County businessman Paul Mitchell to run for Sen. 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In July 2019, Mitchell announced that he would not run for re-election in 2020. [2], With a net worth of $37.7 million, Mitchell is one of the wealthiest members of Congress. The big picture: Mitchell was one of roughly two dozen GOP representatives who broke ranks with Trump to acknowledge President-elect Biden's win. CNN first reported that Mitchell would quit the GOP. 1978: Graduated from Michigan State University in Lansing with a B.A. In a letter to the Republican National Committee Chairwoman, he cited President Donald Trump's actions following the November 3 He is a member of the Republican Study Committee. Fill out this online form to send us an email. [16], In July 2019, Mitchell announced he would not seek a third term in Congress, citing the "rhetoric and vitriol" of the federal government and a desire to spend more time with his family. Rep. Paul Mitchell walks down the House steps after final votes of the week in the Capitol on Feb. 15, 2018, in Washington, DC. Mitchell ran for the United States House of Representatives in Michigan's 4th congressional district in 2014, losing the Republican Party primary election to John Moolenaar. [15], Mitchell voted in favor of the unsuccessful American Health Care Act of 2017, which would have repealed the Affordable Care Act and replaced it with another program. "…it became clear to me that I could no longer be associated with the Republican Party [and] that … Paul Mitchell III (born November 14, 1956) is an American politician from the state of Michigan, the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 10th congressional district. There are several ways to contact our office. Mitchell said he has put in a request to the Clerk of the House to change his party affiliation to “independent,” in an interview with CNN. Rep. Paul Mitchell, who is retiring at the end of this Congress, is leaving the Republican Party due to President Trump's efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.. Below is an abbreviated outline of Mitchell's academic, professional, and political career: 1. Rep. Paul Mitchell, who is retiring at the end of this Congress, is leaving the Republican Party due to President Trump's efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.The big picture: Mitchell was one of roughly two dozen GOP representatives who broke ranks with Trump to acknowledge President-elect Biden's win. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan quit the Republican Party on Monday over the GOP’s refusal to admit that President Donald Trump lost the election to President-elect Joe Biden. [4][11][12] He won the primary, defeating Phil Pavlov and Alan Sanborn. There are several ways to contact our office. 2017-Present: U.S. Representative from Michigan's 10th Congressional District 2. (WASHINGTON) — Retiring Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced Monday he's leaving the Republican Party and becoming an Independent over his disgust with President Trump 's efforts to overturn the presidential election. McClain replaces U.S. Rep. Paul Mitchell, R-Dryden, who decided not to run for a third two-year term after being elected in 2016. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. Send an Email See actions taken by the people who 2005-2011: CEO, Ross Education 3. 6.5K likes. U.S. Rep. Paul Mitchell, R-Dryden, is stepping down after two terms of representing this district that runs from northern and eastern Macomb County … The congressman from Michigan, who has been a vocal critic of the president despite… [4], Mitchell ran for the 32nd district seat in the Michigan State Senate in 2013 to succeed Roger Kahn,[5] but withdrew from the race. Since Dec 3, 2020, Rep. Abigail Spanberger [D-VA7] will be casting Mitchell’s vote. GOP Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI), who voted for President Donald Trump, announced during an interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper that he is leaving the Republican Party and becoming an Independent. Retiring U.S. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan quit the Republican Party on Monday, citing his disgust with GOP leadership's tolerance of President Donald … Mitchell told CNN on Monday that his disgust and disappointment with Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the election have led him to request […] Rep. Paul Mitchell, a second-term congressman representing Michigan's 10th congressional district, quit the Republican Party on Monday, citing President Donald Trump's reaction to the Nov. 3 election. [8][9], Mitchell ran for the United States House of Representatives in Michigan's 4th congressional district in 2014, losing the Republican Party primary election to John Moolenaar. “While admittedly symbolic, we all know that symbols matter,” Mitchell said in a letter to Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel and House Minority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy. Retiring Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell is leaving the GOP to become an independent, he announced Monday, saying the party has taken a turn for the … [13] Mitchell won the general election, defeating Frank Accavitti. Mitchell asked an aide, "How do I even respond to this on TV?" Rep. Paul Mitchell announced he's leaving the Republican Party just weeks before his January retirement, making it clear that President Trump's efforts … Rep. Paul Mitchell, R-Mich., leaves the Capitol after the House passed a fiscal 2018 budget resolution on October 26, 2017. [3] Mitchell owned and operated Ross Medical Education Center. Rep. Paul Mitchell (R-Mich.) on Monday told Republican leadership in a letter that he is leaving the party. Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell won’t be running for a third term in 2020, saying he’s frustrated with how politics dominates policy in Congress. Sign up for newsletter updates or connect on social media. Retiring Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell is leaving the GOP to become an independent, he announced Monday, saying the party has taken a turn for the … Mitchell’s move came as the Electoral College began voting to confirm Biden’s White House win. Rep. Paul Mitchell calls for Trump to drop baseless election claims Nate Chute Port Huron Times Herald With weeks left in his term , Michigan U.S. House District 10 Rep. Paul Mitchell … DETROIT – Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell announced on Monday that he is disaffiliating from the Republican Party. Michigan Republican Rep. Paul Mitchell told CNN that his disgust and disappointment with President Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the results of … Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call BY: MARIAM KAHN, ABC NEWS (WASHINGTON) — Retiring Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced Monday he's leaving the Republican Party and becoming an Independent over his disgust with President Trump 's efforts to overturn the presidential election. This is the official Congressional Facebook page for Rep. Paul Mitchell. Retiring U.S. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan quit the Republican Party on Monday, citing his disgust with GOP leadership's tolerance of President Donald … GOP Rep. Paul Mitchell from Michigan announced that he is leaving the Republican party. Rep. Paul Mitchell, a two-term Republican from Michigan, said Monday that he was severing ties with the GOP over fears that President Donald Trump’s allies could soon cause “long-term harm to our democracy” as they continue to spread misinformation about the 2020 election. In the letter, which Mitchell shared on Twitter, the retiring lawmaker cited President Trump 's efforts to dispute the [7] Mitchell led a campaign opposed to Proposal 1, a ballot proposition proposing a tax plan for roads, on the May 2015 ballot. #stopthestupid". @realDonaldTrump Please for the sake of our Nation please drop these arguments without evidence or factual basis. A few days later, while Mitchell waited to go on to a prime-time television network appearance, he saw a clip of Trump rally attendees chanting, "send her back," aimed at one of the congresswomen, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D–Minn.). “While admittedly symbolic, we all know that symbols matter,” Mitchell said in a letter to Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel and … In a letter addressed to Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), obtained by CNN, he explained his decision to leave his party despite years of support. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced in a letter on Monday that he was leaving the GOP, citing President Trump’s actions after the Nov. 3 election as the reason. Representative Paul Mitchell of Michigan, a two-term Republican who voted for President Trump this year, announced on Monday that he would immediately sever … Outgoing Rep. Paul Mitchell (R-Mich.) said he is leaving the Republican Party and becoming an independent, citing his GOP colleagues’ efforts to … Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan quit the Republican Party on Monday over the GOP's refusal to admit that President Donald Trump lost the election to President-elect Joe Biden.Mitchell, in … For Mitchell, the final straw was the refusal of Trump staffers to listen. In a letter addressed to Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), obtained by CNN, he explained his decision to leave his party despite years of support. WASHINGTON – Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI-10), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the House passed the final version of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, commonly known as the NDAA: By Mary Papenfuss A Republican House member from Michigan launched his own hashtag trend Sunday, pleading with President Donald Trump to “ stop the stupid ” and drop his bogus attempts to overturn the election. Republican Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell will change his party affiliation to Independent, citing President Donald Trump’s refusal to concede the 2020 presidential election and more. Rep. Paul Mitchell, a second-term congressman representing Michigan's 10th congressional district, quit the Republican Party on Monday, citing President Donald Trump's reaction to the Nov. 3 election. Mitchell told CNN on Monday that his disgust and disappointment with Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the election have led him to request […] [14], Mitchell assumed office on January 3, 2017. Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced that he was leaving the GOP on Monday, December 14. Mitchell, who voted for Trump in 2016 and in November, sent a letter to GOP leaders on Monday saying he’s withdrawing from the party over Trump’s election fraud claims and his inability to concede. [17], Shortly after a tweet was sent by President Donald Trump on July 14, telling four female, minority, first-term Congressional representatives to "go back" to their countries of origin, Mitchell called a fellow House GOP leader and asked him to persuade Trump to cease his rhetoric. [1], Mitchell was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and grew up as the oldest of six children in Waterford Township, Michigan. How best to contact our offices. Rep. Paul Mitchell. Michigan Rep Paul Mitchell is leaving the GOP to seek independence, he announced Monday, saying the party has worsened with leaders’ behavior since election day. You can enter your zip code below to send as an email, or contact one of our offices.If you specifically would like to request help with a federal agency or information … The Facts Inside Our Reporter’s Notebook Retiring Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan, who did not run for reelection during the 2020 contest, announced on Monday that he is switching his affiliation from Republican to Independent. [20], Mitchell moved to Saginaw County, Michigan, when he married his wife, Sherry Mitchell, in 2008. He was a member of the Republican Party until December 2020, when he announced he was becoming an independent. “It is unacceptable for political candidates to treat our election system as … Elected to an open seat in 2016, Mitchell … Rep. Paul Mitchell of Michigan announced that he was leaving the GOP on Monday, December 14. He and his wife, Sherry, have six children. [19], On December 14, 2020, during an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Mitchell announced he will no longer continue as a member of the Republican Party and would serve out the rest of his term in Congress as an independent. Rep. Paul Mitchell is currently voting by proxy under new rules in effect during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell quit the Republican party on Monday and will become an independent because of President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the election results. Mitchell said, "It's the wrong thing for a leader to say", and he told the leader, "It's politically damaging to the party, to the country." You can enter your zip code below to send as an email, or contact one of our offices.If you specifically would like to request help with a federal agency or information on tours and tickets, please visit those pages.. Mitchell… He was first elected in 2016. Mitchell begged Vice President Mike Pence, and the Vice President's Chief of Staff Marc Short to arrange a one-on-one conversation between Mitchell and Trump to address his misgivings. In a letter to Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Mitchell said Trump's failure to accept his loss to … Retiring Michigan Rep. Paul Mitchell is leaving the GOP to become an independent, he announced Monday, saying the party has taken a turn for the worse with leaders’ behavior since Election Day.In a letter to Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California, Mitchell criticized the party for going… [6] He became the chairman of the Faith and Freedom Coalition of Michigan, a conservative nonprofit foundation. WASHINGTON – Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI-10), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the House passed the final version of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, commonly known as the NDAA: WASHINGTON – Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI-10), a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement after the House passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020: Washington, D.C. – Rep. Paul Mitchell (MI-10) and Sen. Tim Scott (SC) released the following statement today after announcing Rep. John Moolenaar (MI-04) will be the House Co-Chair for the Congressional Caucus on Education Innovation and Opportunity in the 117th Congress: Information about the Coronavirus Outbreak, Mitchell Applauds WRDA Passage and Brandon Road Authorization, Congressional Caucus on Education Innovation and Opportunity Announces Rep. Moolenaar as the Next House Co-Chair. This is the official Congressional Facebook page for Rep. 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