The incumbent congressman in southwest Michigan, Mark Siljander, distributed a tape to ministers in his district a few days before the election, urging them to help break the back of Satan by supporting him against Upton. [62], In 2021, Upton was one of 33 Republicans to vote for the LGBTQ Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act.[63]. The idea of not having to raise money during his final months in office, along with the fact that he and his wife, Amey, now have three grandchildren, sealed the deal, said Upton, who turns 70 in April. [57], In March 2021, Upton was one of eight Republicans to join the House majority in passing the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021. [100][101] Open Secrets reported that Upton had a net worth of $78 million in 2018, making him one of Congress's richest members. Redrawn into the 4th district, Upton did not seek reelection in 2022, and retired from Congress upon his 18th term's expiration in 2023. This is it for me.. My decision was really based on redistricting, he said. But Carra dropped out of the race when redistricting drew both Upton and his GOP colleague, Rep. Bill Huizenga, into the same district, setting up a member-on-member primary. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, McConnell jokes about his concussion upon return to Senate, Six more Bidens may have gained from family business schemes: Comer, Rep. Jim Jordan responds to Braggs lawsuit, argues court has no power to block subpoena, Truth-challenged NY Rep. George Santos announces 2024 re-election campaign. He asked his wife, Amey, what their next chapter would be. Five other House Republicans who did not vote to impeach Trump are also retiring this cycle. He turned in a big fundraising quarter to end 2021, and he spent more than $400,000 in early 2022 to air a TV ad in which he declared, Im not afraid to take on anyone when theyre wrong and work with anyone whos right.. In making his announcement, Upton said he is looking forward to spending time with his family. Moderate Rep. Fred Upton announced his retirement from Congress in an emotional House floor speech Tuesday, telling his colleagues that "even the best stories have a last chapter." "This is. We changed the law allowing the process.. Upton has said Trumps endorsement didn't force his hand, that it was more about redistricting. "[69][70], On December 18, 2019, Upton voted against both articles of impeachment against Trump. in journalism from the University of Michigan in 1975. Uptons not sure whats next for him though hell stay in St. Joseph only that he wont be in the U.S. House. [40], In April 2009, Upton said that "climate change is a serious problem that necessitates serious solutions. People dont really care if you have an R or a D, they just want the job done.. 1158),[85] which effectively prohibits ICE from cooperating with Health and Human Services to detain or remove illegal alien sponsors of unaccompanied alien children (UACs). Hear this story. Upton, 68, has had a storied career in Washington and is that rare lawmaker who is respected on both sides of the aisle on Capitol Hill. CQ Roll Call is a part of FiscalNote, the leading technology innovator at the intersection of global business and government. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph) is the only other Republican in Michigan's congressional delegation who has stated that Biden is the winner of the 2020 presidential election. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. For almost four decades, Southwest Michigan constituents have known only one congressman: Fred Upton. Frederick Stephen Upton (born April 23, 1953) is an American politician who served as a U.S. representative from Michigan from 1987 to 2023, representing the state's 6th congressional district since 1993. Speaking to reporters afterward, Upton pointed to redistricting as a key factor in his decision to retire,. In 2021, Upton co-sponsored the Fairness for All Act, the Republican alternative to the Equality Act. The act establishes funds for biomedical research and to develop and implement a strategic plan for biomedical research. Believing that Trump incited the mob on Jan. 6 to attack the Capitol, he voted to impeach him becoming one of just 10 House Republicans to do so and earning the presidents lasting ire. It's complicated", Congressman Fred Upton condemns Dave Agema's gay marriage comments, "Roll Call 86 Roll Call 86, Bill Number: H. R. 1620, 117th Congress, 1st Session", "House Renews Violence Against Women Act, But Senate Hurdles Remain", "H.R. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Rep. Fred Upton, one of the longest-tenured Republicans in the House of Representatives, has decided to retire rather than seek reelection in 2022. Upton came to the nations capital in the 1970s to work for a new Michigan congressman his dad had introduced him to Republican David Stockman and was regarded highly enough by Stockman that he took Upton with him when he became head of the Office of Management and Budget for President Ronald Reagan in 1981. "[49] Upton added, "we're creating a fair and transparent approval process for cross-border energy projects, putting them all on a level playing field for the benefit of North American energy security, lower energy prices, and jobs. Fred Upton is retiring after serving Michigan in Congress for 36 years. Our baseball bats not as big as it used to be.. My advice is, find some friends on both sides of the isle, he said. Upton praised the salt of the earth people he has been blessed beyond measure to represent. I look at our district [hugging southern Lake Michigan]. 4 down and 6 to go. 3843: Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act of 2022 -- House Vote #460 -- Sep 29, 2022", "Representative Frederick 'Fred' Stephen Upton's Biography", "Representative Frederick 'Fred' Stephen Upton", "Photos and videos: Kate Upton from S.I. Upton did so and the two wrote legislation requiring the government to publicize water quality issues when they arise. I worked daily on all things Michigan, Upton said. Follow him on Twitter @tsspangler. Gov. If Upton ran, he would have faced off in the primary against Rep. Bill Huizenga, who was backed by Trump. [87] The bill would also fund Planned Parenthood. We've received your submission. Rep. Fred Upton of Michigan is the fourth retirement among the ten House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump over the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. [65], In 2019, during the 116th Congress, Upton broke with his party, one of seven Republicans to side with Democrats by voting for legislation that would fund government services and end a shutdown. She didnt answer.. The Michigan Republican is one of the longest-tenured Republicans in the House. Democrats argued it wasnt enough and would strip many of affordable health care: Upton said his position had always been a consistent one. "This is it for me," said Upton, R-St. Joseph. Thompson Dennis; Congress passes 21st Century Cures Act with billions for new research, treatments; CBS News; December 8, 2016; Rep. Fred Upton and Rep. 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Environmental Protection Agency, North American Energy Infrastructure Act (H.R. He is one of the greatest Michiganders to serve our country., Congressman Bill Huizenga, who would have run against Upton in his next election, said, I want to thank Fred for his commitment, service, and dedication to Michigan over the years. [52], Upton introduced legislation to reverse the FCC's ruling on net neutrality in 2015. In remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives, Upton praised the "salt of the earth" people he has been "blessed beyond measure" to represent. As to whether he made the right choice of a career, Upton answers this way: As a huge U-M supporter, football coach Jim Harbaugh asked him whether he wanted to serve as honorary co-captain for a game this year. Everything must be on the table. 8373: To protect a person's ability to access contraceptives -- House Vote #385 -- Jul 21, 2022", "Democrats' contraception bill would force taxpayer funding for Planned Parenthood", "House passes antitrust bill that hikes M&A fees as larger efforts targeting tech have stalled", "H.R. Upton won the Republican primary 55%45%[8] and the general election with 62% of the vote. Michigan GOP roiled as Trump injects. As chairman of the Energy and Commerce Committee from 2010-16, he led dozens of efforts and since then has continued to serve as a mentor and force for bipartisanship. Bill Clark / CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images file, GOP Rep. Fred Upton receives death threat after backing infrastructure bill. [47][48] He said the bill "is a sincere effort to focus a targeted solution to lessons learned from the Keystone Pipeline No one can rightly argue that the current presidential permit process as the State Department is not broken, no matter what side of the climate debate you're on. After that, his only plan is to stay close to the area that he represented faithfully for 36-years. LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Fred Upton, Michigan's most senior lawmaker in Congress, has announced he will retire from the House at the end of his term. I didnt want to get the news, she replied. Contact Todd Spangler: tspangler@freepress.com. House unanimously approves resolution condemning Russia for downing US drone, 4 progressives, 2 conservatives vote against bill to hold China accountable for spy balloon, Florida Republican Greg Steube endorsing Trump for president, Scalise says House GOP will roll out debt ceiling plan Tuesday. More recently, he served as a vice chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, which pushes for civility and centrist legislation, such as the $1.2 trillion infrastructure package that was signed into law last year. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. When we passed it, I called him, and Lonnie, his wife, answered the phone, Upton said. U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Dearborn, followed Upton at the podium after he announced the news Tuesday. "If its good policy for Michigan, its good enough for all of us," he said. [83][84], Upton voted for the Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. [17], Upton defeated Democratic nominee Don Cooney, a Kalamazoo City Commissioner, 59%39%. I thought it was important to follow the facts and follow the testimony, and its pretty evident to me, so far, that in fact [Trump] really did try to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power, he said. This bill was designed to protect access to contraceptives and health care providers' ability to provide contraceptives and information related to contraception. [56] He has called for Congress to pass a bipartisan red flag law. Then theres former President Donald Trump, who has labeled Upton as a RINO (Republican in name only) so many times, youd think he has a horn. He was first elected in 1986. For that achievement worth billions to Michigan he received death threats. [86], Upton voted for H.R. A moderate in a 'toxic' place, Fred Upton says goodbye to Congress He built a bipartisan legacy and took flak for impeaching Trump Rep. Fred Upton poses this month in front of his portrait. If its good policy for Michigan, its good enough for all of us, added Upton, who was one of 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump following last years Capitol riot. [10], Upton defeated Ed Fredricks in the Republican primary, 63%37%. Have House Republicans learnedthe lessons of their own history? [64] The bill would prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity, and protect the free exercise of religion. [citation needed], Upton was reelected with 50.2% of the vote against Democratic nominee Matt Longjohn (45.75%) and U.S. Taxpayers Party candidate Stephen Young (4.1%). On July 19, 2022, Upton and 46 other Republican Representatives voted for the Respect for Marriage Act, which would codify the right to same-sex marriage in federal law. Republicans in three counties in Uptons district voted to censure him after the vote to impeach Trump, but a committee of the Michigan GOP later voted 9-5 against a censure resolution by the state party. You know, this place is more toxic than ever before, he said. Friends you can trust, and you can accept their word.. Its about 9 oclock at night. (In) their resolution they stated that her comments have not been out of line with anyone elses comments. Really? Upton tweeted. Upton is the fourth of the 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump for inciting an insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 to announce their retirement. He was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity, Peninsular Chapter, and became a sports editor at The Michigan Daily and thought he might someday cover the Chicago Cubs. Huizenga beat little-known Democrat Joseph Alfonso by 12 points in November. "[42] He led a failed effort to stop the Obama administration from enforcing the new energy standards. Rules of the game have changed after banking Trump picks up two more endorsements from Senate Republicans, Here are the House, Senate members who have endorsed Trump for 2024, I consider Clarence Thomas a friend, and Im shocked by recent reports. But suggesting John Dingell was in hell, as Trump did, and using the Dingell name in a dishonorable manner, he thought, was unacceptable from anyone." counties, Man in critical condition after stabbing in Lansing, suspect arrested, Charlotte Mayor announces he will not seek re-election in November, Holt High School Robo-Rams ready to take on international robotics tournament, Michigan State University creates resource office for victims of campus shooting. Rep. Upton (R-St. Joseph) made an emotional announcement on the House floor Tuesday morning, reflecting on his career and his past and current colleagues along with the Michiganders he represents. Fred Upton, Michigans longest serving member of Congress, is retiring, he announced today from the House floor. 910, the Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011. [21] Upton had been criticized for not being conservative enough by Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck, FreedomWorks, Right to Life of Michigan, and the Southwest Michigan Tea Party Patriots. "These 6 House Democrats voted against the infrastructure bill. Thinking back on his legacy in Congress, Upton points to his shining accomplishment: the passage of the 21st Century Cares Act in 2016. After the attack on the Capitol building on January 6th, 2021, Upton was one of only a handful of Republican lawmakers, including freshman Michigan Representative Peter Meijer, to impeach former President Donald Trump for his involvement in the days deadly events. [11] In the general election, he was reelected to a third term with 58% of the vote. CNN Rep. Fred Upton of Michigan, one of the 10 House Republicans to vote for impeachment against former President Donald Trump, announced on the House floor Tuesday that he was not running. By: Doug Reardon Posted. Debbie was my first call, said Upton. The decision follows months of Upton's . 454 shares By Brad Devereaux | bdeverea@mlive.com Fred Upton, Michigan's longest serving member of Congress, is retiring, he announced today from the House floor. It is his civility that I, and Congress, will miss the most. Over his 35 years in the House, Upton previously served on the House GOPs leadership steering committee and chaired the Energy and Commerce Committee. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations, ELECTION RESULTS: See races across West Michigan. Upton laughed and explained he was still working on getting the highway funding, but the good news was about the Cures Act. He was a member of the House Problem Solvers caucus. Four were defeated in primaries, and four, including Upton, opted to retire. On Tuesday, after more than 35 years in Congress, Upton declared that he had reached the end of this ideological fight for the soul of the Republican Party. Michigan's Fred Upton on Tuesday became the fourth of the 10 congressmen to announce his retirement. I think thats better than being a sportswriter, he laughed. Thanks again to the people of my district who placed their faith and confidence in me all these years, Upton said on the morning of April 5. "[45], In 2012, Upton, as chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, said that Congress's refusal to set greenhouse gas limits "constituted a decision and that lawmakers should act now to reverse the EPA emissions rules." They were able to roll it out eight to 10 months earlier than it would have happened. Fred really believed that he was an American first, Dingell said. Michigan is just cratering, he said. "Fred knew well that if we are going to deliver real solutions for the American people we need to come together and listen to all perspectives, no matter how complicated the issue might be.". Trump said in a statement. Last year, some of the criticism aimed at Upton turned extreme after he became one of the 13 Republicans to vote for the infrastructure bill. He has his ear to the ground like nobody on Capitol Hill hes got relationships, across the aisle, across the Rotunda with the Senate, like no one.. Hed be a friend even if we didnt serve in Congress together. U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph has announced he would not seek another term in the U.S. Congress. Scott Wong is a senior congressional reporter for NBC News. Upton attended the University of Michigan, obtaining a bachelors degree in journalism in 1975. Others losing badly, whos next? Trump wrote. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Thanks for contacting us. 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An independent commission in 2021 cut off the southern portion of Uptons old district, including a middle school named after him in his hometown of St. Joseph, and stretched it across the bottom of the state all the way to Lake Erie. Only two of the 10 Republicans who voted for impeachment, Reps. David Valadao of California and Dan Newhouse of Washington, won reelection in November. A statement on Uptons web site about his career says he remains focused on the issues that matter to folks in Southwest Michigan: Health care, jobs and economic growth, taking care of our military personnel and veterans, education, protecting our Great Lakes, delivering real results for families and businesses here at home, and much more., Homeowner watched via trail cam as man broke into hunting camp in Northern Michigan, stole several items, Alabama Jumpers: these snake-like worms are spreading across US, Powerball results for 04/04/22; jackpot worth $233 million. [67], During Trump's presidency, Upton voted in line with Trump's stated position 78.6% of the time. [27], Upton was reelected with 55.9% of the vote against Democratic nominee Jon Hoadley (40.2%), Libertarian Party nominee Jeff Depoy (2.75%), and Green Party candidate John Lawrence (1.2%). [51] In 2018, he joined the Climate Solutions Caucus. [43], Upton and Ed Whitfield co-sponsored H.R. [79][80], On October 21, 2021, Upton was one of nine House Republicans who voted to hold Steve Bannon in contempt of Congress. Ironically, it was a nasty campaign tactic by his Republican primary opponent that helped Upton win his first run for Congress in 1986. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. If you want a rubber stamp as your congressman, Im the wrong guy, Upton continued in the ad, which touted his work in Congress on taxes, law enforcement and fighting diseases. Michigan Rep. Fred Upton, a centrist stalwart who later was one of 10 Republicans who voted to impeach Donald Trump over his role in the Jan. 6 attack, said Tuesday that he would not run for re-election after 18 terms in the House. [71], On January 12, 2021, Upton announced he would vote to impeach Trump in the pending vote on a second impeachment, claiming Trump incited the January 6 United States Capitol attack, becoming the fourth House Republican to say they would vote to impeach. Upton, R-St. Joseph, is Michigans longest serving member of Congress. But there was no question that he would have faced a tough, expensive primary race against a Trump-backed Huizenga. I wish both he and Amey the best as they start their next chapter., Over decades of service, he has protected the Great Lakes and shaped major legislation on energy, the environment, manufacturing, and so much more. But what also stands out about Upton who turns 70 next year and as a University of Michigan journalism student dreamed of being a sportswriter covering the Cubs is just how well he has managed to get along with so many of his colleagues in what can be a rough business. He thanked his staff and his supporters. Rep. Fred Upton, one of the longest-tenured Republicans in the House of Representatives, has decided to retire rather than seek reelection in 2022. Big Government has made it better", Upton hails KVCC wind energy program as Congress debates climate change bill, "How Congress Can Stop the EPA's Power Grab", "Year in Review: Congress' 10 biggest enemies of the Earth", "Court Backs E.P.A. The act allowed for expedited approval of important drugs and medical devices, and just four years after it was passed, helped shepherd along speedy approval of the nations first COVID-19 vaccine. He told FOX 17 about his decision and his vote to impeach former President Trump after Jan. 6. Schumer pans McCarthys one-year debt ceiling extension as terrible Graham calls Marjorie Taylor Greenes praise of US intelligence leaker Watch live: White House monkeypox response team holds briefing, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Upton laments that those kinds of personal attacks have become common in politics today. Upton announced his retirement in a speech on the House floor Tuesday morning. November 14, 2021 at 6:09 pm EST By Taegan Goddard. Former President Donald Trump endorsed Huizenga a few weeks ago and had vowed to try to unseat Upton after he, along with nine other Republicans, voted to impeach Trump for instigating the Jan.. Trump celebrated Uptons retirement on Tuesday, writing in a statement, UPTON QUITS! But this past spring, Upton announced that after 36-years serving the region in Washington, he was retiring. When Politico recently suggested that his name might be floated as a candidate for House speaker if Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy of California cant get the votes he needs anyone can be named speaker, theoretically, with a majority vote in the entire House and the suggestion was that the well-liked Upton might be able to peel off enough Democratic and Republican votes to win he waved it off casually. Hes an authentic human being, hes unaffected by the position that he holds.. Upton said his choice had nothing to do with the animosity coming from Trump and his supporters. Upton made the announcement. I know that Mr. Upton will continue getting things done for Michiganders and leading on the issues that matter most in our great state.. [44] Due to his environmental policies, The Los Angeles Times wrote in 2011 that Upton "represents one of the biggest threats to planet Earth on planet Earth. [68], In July 2019, Upton was one of four Republican House members to vote in support of a motion to condemn comments Trump made on Twitter calling on four Democratic Congresswomen, three of whom were born in the U.S., to "go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came. His district, numbered as the 4th district from 1987 to 1993, is based in Kalamazoo and stretches along the Michigan-Indiana border in the southwestern part of the state. Washington After 36 years in Congress, Republican U.S. Rep. Fred Upton has emptied his three offices, turned in the keys and shipped 102 boxes of his papers to . Against both articles of impeachment against Trump former President Trump after Jan..! This cycle global business and government so and the general election, said. 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