euphrates. back to "morning joe." seven-term republican congressman charlie dent surprised many yesterday when he announced he will not seek reelection next year. the co-chairman of the tuesday group who has been critical of president trump and declined to support him in last year's election said he reached his decision earlier that's summer and noted the political climate in d.c. was an impact on the decision. dave reich effort's decision also deciding not to seek e reelection in 2018. but another one earlier this year, republicans will be forced to defend three open swing districts in next year's midterms. charlie dent, the kind of guy you hoped wouldn't leave