Brian Higgins, Longtime NY House Democrat, Resigns from Congress Amid Frustrations

Democratic Representative Brian Higgins of New York has announced his resignation from Congress after 19 years, citing frustrations with the growing dysfunction in the chamber. Higgins, who represents a heavily Democratic district, expressed his impatience with the slow pace and lack of progress in Washington, D.C. He plans to explore other ways to serve and build up Buffalo and Western New York. Higgins joins a number of other House members who have recently announced their departure.