Wittman Statement on the Resignation of Rep. Eric Cantor

Washington, D.C. – Representative Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement today upon the announcement of Representative Eric Cantor's (VA-7) resignation from the 113th Congress effective August 18, 2014:

"I have been honored to serve alongside Eric, and I am proud to consider him a friend. Eric has been a steady voice on behalf of Virginians and has consistently pursued policies and ideas to preserve our American freedoms and improve the way of life in our communities, Commonwealth, and nation. I wish Eric and his family the best as he begins this next chapter, and I know that he will continue to be a champion for the causes he cares about most. I commend Eric for his 22 years of service, both in the General Assembly and the House of Representatives, and I am forever grateful for his selfless commitment to the people of Virginia."

Congressman Rob Wittman represents the First District of Virginia. He serves on the House Natural Resources Committee and the House Armed Services Committee where he is the Chairman of the Readiness Subcommittee.

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