MI-07: Former Ukraine ambassador (D), Navy SEAL (D) both mull runs for Congress in key Michigan district
Washington ― Two Democrats with national security backgrounds are mulling bids for Congress in the toss-up mid-Michigan district held by freshman Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett, including the recently resigned U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink.
Brink, who grew up in west Michigan, recently returned to Michigan after 28 years as a diplomat, including as ambassador to Slovakia during President Donald Trump's first term. She's now considering a run in Michigan's 7th District, which is among the most competitive swing districts nationally.
"I’ve dedicated my life to public service — working under five Presidents, both Democratic and Republican, and am exploring my options and the best way to continue to serve my country and my great home state of Michigan," Brink said in a Thursday statement to The Detroit News.
"I’m seriously considering a campaign for Congress — and appreciate the encouragement from Michiganders across the state.”
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