Stacey Abrams has decided against running for the Senate from Georgia in 2020, according to a Democratic official
Abrams met with Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer on Monday to inform him of her plans.The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Abrams will focus on her voting rights project. She has not decided whether to seek any other office at this time.Abrams is considered a rising star in Democratic politics. A former Georgia state House minority leader, Abrams rose to national prominence last year during a closely fought gubernatorial bid.
"Read MoreEarlier this month, she lashed out at Kemp and called him a"cartoon villain" and an"architect of voter suppression."Abrams has previously said it was possible she could seek her party's presidential nomination in 2020. Earlier this month, she said running for president is"probably third on the list" of her potential future bids for office, behind running for the US Senate or running for governor again in Georgia.
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