"not the right decision for me and my family."
"I spoke with President Trump and Senate leadership earlier today and expressed my commitment to work alongside them to ensure we have a strong Republican nominee who can win next November."
"Over the last few weeks, I have had many conversations with friends, supporters, and leaders across the country who encouraged me to run for the US Senate in 2026."
"After those discussions, I have decided that being on the ballot next year is not the right decision for me and my family."
"We had already gotten one extension so to do another one would've really been abnormal."
"I want to thank President Trump for coming back to our state again for the second time to view storm damage and keep a national focus on our state as we recover."
"Well, with all due respect, Erin, this is not a day for politics. This is a day to get power back on and help people with medical emergencies and get roads clear."
"I mean, look, she's got a great point on things like the border. A lot of Americans are frustrated out there."
"A lot of the policies of the Biden administration's what I'm hearing about every single day from hard working Georgians, they can't afford four more years of Joe Biden."
"I'm as frustrated with the federal government as she is."
"This week is a great opportunity for Republicans to tell people what we're for, why they should vote for us and stay focused on the future."
"I think the way Trump displayed strength through that is only going to be positive for him. I think it'll help galvanize the Republican base."