Portman Decides Against Presidential Bid

Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH) said in a statement early Tuesday morning that he would not seek the 2016 Republican presidential nomination, ABC News reports.

Said Portman: “I have decided to run for re-election in 2016. I am excited about continuing to serve, especially with the change in the Senate leadership. With the new Republican majority, I see a real opportunity over the next two years to break the gridlock in Washington and actually get things done to help Ohioans and all Americans. That’s where I believe I can play the most constructive role. I don’t think I can run for president and be an effective senator at the same time.”