US Representative Jose Serrano Will Not Seek Reelection

Long-time Bronx congressman Jose Serrano announced that he would not seek reelection amid revelations that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. First elected in 1990, Serrano is the longest-serving Hispanic-American in the House of Representatives.

Serrano said:

“After my diagnosis, I initially planned to continue my work representing the people of the South Bronx far into the future — a responsibility that brings me great joy. Although this disease has not affected my work in Congress, over the last few months I’ve come to the realization that Parkinson’s will eventually take a toll, and that I cannot predict its rate of advancement. Because of this uncertainty, I do not intend to seek reelection in 2020. I do intend to serve the remainder of my term in the 116th Congress.”