Issa’s Sudden Exit

Rep. Darrell Issa, a California Republican, is calling it quits. This move comes just three months after he claimed he could hold his seat. It’s a bold statement, considering he’s now bailing on it.

A Sudden Change of Heart

Issa’s decision won’t make the GOP’s life any easier. They’re already struggling to keep control of the House, and this doesn’t help. It’s not like they needed more bad news, but here it is. Issa’s retirement is a blow, and it’s going to be interesting to see how they try to spin this one.