SHIMKUS CONSIDERING CHANGE OF MIND

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Multiple reports out of western Illinois indicate that longtime 15th District Republican Congressman John Shimkus is thinking about not stepping down. A recent Belleville newspaper article stated the the Collinsville native is reconsidering his decision to not seek re-election. That after being contacted by collegues in the U.S. House and constituents in the district about staying. Another factor in Shimkus perhaps staying is the opening up of the top Republican position on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Shimkus had previously sought that prestigious spot. The article goes on to say that Shimkus would discuss the matter with his family in the near future. Three candidates announced that they would run for the office after Shimkus had said he would not run again for another term.