Paul Ryan retires, signalling ‘tectonic shift’ in US politics

A standard-bearer of rational Republicans, Ryan will not contest November mid-term elections

Paul Ryan is the 46th Republican to retire ahead of the mid-terms
Paul Ryan is the 46th Republican to retire ahead of the mid-terms
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Paul Ryan, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, has announced he will retire from politics rather than contest the forthcoming mid-term elections in November.

He said his decision was based on his desire to spend more time with his children.

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