Rep. Frank Wolf (R-Va.) announced Tuesday he will retire from Congress after 17 terms, opening up a competitive House seat in Northern Virginia.
Wolf, 74, has represented Virginia's 10th District since 1981 and is the longest-serving member from the state.
A prominent global human rights advocate, Wolf said he plans to work to further human right and religious freedom following his departure from Congress.
"As a follower of Jesus, I am called to work for justice and reconciliation, and to be an advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves," Wolf said in a statement.
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