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in journalism from the University of Michigan in 1975. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). That vote made him the only member of Congress in history to vote to impeach two presidents, having backed the effort to oust President Bill Clinton in December 1998. Our district had to grow by about 20,000 people. To him, bipartisan and compromise are not forbidden words, Dingell said. Even the best stories have the last chapter, Upton said. Rep. Fred Upton speaks to reporters outside the White House. Im convinced that we came within minutes of having a massacre on the House or Senate floor, said Upton, describing how he watched the mob move up the streets of D.C., past his office and to the Capitol, and picking up bits of broken glass in the building later in the night. Our baseball bats not as big as it used to be.. He is now a Libertarian and also is retiring this year. Elected to the House in 1986, Upton became dean of the Michigan congressional delegation, and served as the chairman of the influential Energy and Commerce Committee and as a leader of a caucus of centrist Republicans known as the Tuesday Group. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. 1443: LGBTQ Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act -- House Vote #182 -- Jun 24, 2021", "These are the 47 House Republicans who voted for a bill protecting marriage equality", "Republicans stand behind Trump on wall; a few cracks emerge", "Michigan delegation split 7-7 on $1.9T COVID relief bill vote Michigan Advance", "President Trump tells four liberal congresswomen to 'go back' to their countries, prompting Pelosi to defend them", "Here are the 4 Republicans who voted to condemn Trump's racist tweets", "Here's how the House voted on Trump's impeachment", "Analysis | The House Republicans who support impeaching President Trump", "U.S. Republican Rep. 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He dotes on his wife, Amey, and loudly sings the praises of his staff, calling it the best in the business, all while admitting that, when it comes to the details, Im a little bit of a micromanager.. He also reminded Wolpe that when he began to represent Kalamazoo, he kept Wolpes staff on his team because they were excellent at constituent service. But no, this was our decision, independent of what I did with Trump, added Upton, who was first elected in 1986. Among other things, it would allocate funding for research into new, non-addictive pain relievers. Upton announced his retirement in a speech on the House floor Tuesday morning. [62], In 2021, Upton was one of 33 Republicans to vote for the LGBTQ Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act.[63]. He also led countless efforts to help west Michigan including spending decades on a project linking US-31 to Interstate 94 in Berrien County, which was finally completed this year. Upton was one of ten Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump over the Capitol riots in January of 2021. He is one of the greatest Michiganders to serve our country., Congressman Bill Huizenga, who would have run against Upton in his next election, said, I want to thank Fred for his commitment, service, and dedication to Michigan over the years. [citation needed], Upton was one of three Republicans to vote for H.R. All rights reserved (About Us). Upton came to the nations capital in the 1970s to work for a new Michigan congressman his dad had introduced him to Republican David Stockman and was regarded highly enough by Stockman that he took Upton with him when he became head of the Office of Management and Budget for President Ronald Reagan in 1981. On Tuesday, after more than 35 years in Congress, Upton declared that he had reached the end of this ideological fight for the soul of the Republican Party. Upton has kept many of those beliefs as well as an abiding faith in what he calls the Reagan model, putting the best team of people around him and working on developing relationships regardless of whether you always agreed with someone or were in the same party. [9], Upton won reelection to a second term with 71% of the vote. Upton didnt explicitly say so at the time, but newly drawn congressional lines the result of a voter approved redistricting commission decimated the area he represented since 1986. He told FOX 17 about his decision and his vote to impeach former President Trump after Jan. 6. [74] On January 21, 2021, the Allegan County Republican Party censured Upton for his vote to impeach Trump. Rep. Fred Upton, one of the longest-tenured Republicans in the House of Representatives, has decided to retire rather than seek reelection in 2022. Scott Wong is a senior congressional reporter for NBC News. Freds a mensch. He is one of the richest members of Congress his grandfather co-founded with his grand-uncle the appliance company that became Whirlpool yet he routinely reminds reporters who call him congressman that its just Fred, instead. Shortly after Uptons announcement, Trump released a brief statement cheering the decision. He was accompanied by his close friend, Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.), on the House floor while delivering his speech, as he pointed to his next chapter with his family. In fact, a bill named for him and Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell ensures the Great Lakes' safety against issues caused by pipelines below its surface. "UPTON QUITS! The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. 3843: Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act of 2022 -- House Vote #460 -- Sep 29, 2022", "Representative Frederick 'Fred' Stephen Upton's Biography", "Representative Frederick 'Fred' Stephen Upton", "Photos and videos: Kate Upton from S.I. [71], On January 12, 2021, Upton announced he would vote to impeach Trump in the pending vote on a second impeachment, claiming Trump incited the January 6 United States Capitol attack, becoming the fourth House Republican to say they would vote to impeach. I thought it was important to follow the facts and follow the testimony, and its pretty evident to me, so far, that in fact [Trump] really did try to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power, he said. I know that Mr. Upton will continue getting things done for Michiganders and leading on the issues that matter most in our great state.. [2], Upton was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, the son of Elizabeth B. Upton has said Trumps endorsement didn't force his hand, that it was more about redistricting. [89][90], Upton's grandfather and eponym, Frederick Upton, was co-founder with his brother Louis Upton of appliance manufacturer and marketer Whirlpool Corporation, headquartered in Benton Harbor. But in retelling stories about important bills, Uptons fondest memories are about the people who helped get them passed. After the attack on the Capitol building on January 6th, 2021, Upton was one of only a handful of Republican lawmakers, including freshman Michigan Representative Peter Meijer, to impeach former President Donald Trump for his involvement in the days deadly events. Schumer pans McCarthys one-year debt ceiling extension as terrible Graham calls Marjorie Taylor Greenes praise of US intelligence leaker Watch live: White House monkeypox response team holds briefing, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. One of them was the late heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, who lived in Uptons district and came to Washington to lobby for the Cures Act, even while suffering from Parkinsons disease. "[41] But "Upton has gradually retreated from his moderate stance on climate change and carbon emissions. I said, Ive got some good news for the champ. She said, You got the money for U.S. 31, referring to a main highway in southwest Michigan needing expansion. [86], Upton voted for H.R. counties, Man in critical condition after stabbing in Lansing, suspect arrested, Charlotte Mayor announces he will not seek re-election in November, Holt High School Robo-Rams ready to take on international robotics tournament, Michigan State University creates resource office for victims of campus shooting. But what also stands out about Upton who turns 70 next year and as a University of Michigan journalism student dreamed of being a sportswriter covering the Cubs is just how well he has managed to get along with so many of his colleagues in what can be a rough business. [67], During Trump's presidency, Upton voted in line with Trump's stated position 78.6% of the time. So as they say in Hamilton, Ill be back., Upton points to new district lines as the main reason for his departure after serving Southwest Michigan for 36 years. Upton would have faced Rep. Bill Huizenga, who President Trump endorsed in March, in the Republican primary for Michigans new 4th district. He also called for expanded background checks in response to mass shootings and voted to ensure that the federal government recognize legal marriages regardless of the couples sex, race or ethnicity, even going to the White House for the signing ceremony. Michigan Rep. Fred Upton, a centrist stalwart who later was one of 10 Republicans who voted to impeach Donald Trump over his role in the Jan. 6 attack, said Tuesday that he would not run for re-election after 18 terms in the House. [2] Early life, education, and early political career "[39] Glenn Beck called Upton "all socialist" for supporting the bill. [4] He attended Shattuck-Saint Mary's, graduating in 1971. If its good policy for Michigan, its good enough for all of us, added Upton, who was one of 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump following last years Capitol riot. But this past spring, Upton announced that after 36-years serving the region in Washington, he was retiring. Upton would have kept more of his current territory than Huizenga would. "These 6 House Democrats voted against the infrastructure bill. Upton angered many in his party when he joined nine other House Republicans in voting to impeach President Donald Trump a week after the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the Capitol. He was a member of the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity, Peninsular Chapter, and became a sports editor at The Michigan Daily and thought he might someday cover the Chicago Cubs. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations, ELECTION RESULTS: See races across West Michigan. When Michigans Fred Upton retires in a few weeks after 36 years in Congress, its possible Democrats will miss him more than his fellow Republicans. The final results of Michigans 6th Congressional race left Upton with 58.1% of the vote and Democrat Jon Hoadley with 37.89% of the vote. [60], In 2021, Upton was one of 29 Republicans to vote to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act. Part of his political base in southwestern Michigan was parceled into another district. Despite all of that, Upton who on Jan. 3 will officially leave Congress after 36 years of representing southwestern Michigan and spending nearly a half-century in Washington has staked out a remarkable career. Mack, Julie; David Stockman, former southwest Michigan congressman and Reagan aide, offers dire view of U.S. economy; Michigan Live; April 1, 2013; ;2018 election He thanked his staff and his supporters. Newsletters on topics that interest you most. I didnt want to get the news, she replied. He turned in a big fundraising quarter to end 2021, and he spent more than $400,000 in early 2022 to air a TV ad in which he declared, Im not afraid to take on anyone when theyre wrong and work with anyone whos right.. [37], In 2007 Upton co-sponsored the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, which, among other things, mandated phased-in energy efficiency standards for most light bulbs. After Sander Levin retired at the end of the 115th Congress, Upton became the dean of Michigan's congressional delegation . A few weeks before Upton announced his decision, Trump who had earlier endorsed a little-known state representative in a race against Upton switched his endorsement to Huizenga. Looking back on his career, Upton talks proudly about legislative accomplishments like the 21st Century Cures Act one of the last bills President Barack Obama signed into law in 2016 which increased funding for health research and sped up approvals of drugs and medical devices at the Food and Drug Administration. For other persons with similar names, see, Early life, education, and early political career. It was out of our hands, I mean, it is what it is, he said. 8297: Ensuring Access to Abortion Act of 2022 -- House Vote #362 -- Jul 15, 2022", "H.R. He released a profanity-laced voicemail that contained death threats and against him, his family and staff, and some GOP colleagues wanted those 13 lawmakers booted off their committees. Longtime Michigan Rep. Fred Upton, one of the 10 House Republicans to vote to impeach former President Donald Trump after the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, announced Tuesday he will not. It wasnt even close. And as a key member of the Problem Solvers Caucus, comprised of an equal number of Republicans and Democrats, he helped put forward and pass Biden's signature bill to rebuild roads, bridges and other infrastructure that most House Republicans voted against. [52], Upton introduced legislation to reverse the FCC's ruling on net neutrality in 2015. If Upton ran, he would have faced off in the primary against Rep. Bill Huizenga, who was backed by Trump. [7], Upton ran in Michigan's 4th congressional district against incumbent Mark Siljander, Stockman's successor. [13], After redistricting, Upton faced a primary challenge from State Senator Dale Shugars. And when Trump in 2019 lashed out at the Dingells both John, who had died earlier that year, and his wife and successor, Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Ann Arbor Upton called directly on the president to apologize. After that, his only plan is to stay close to the area that he represented faithfully for 36-years. Rep. Fred Upton, perennial target of disenchanted conservatives in Michigan's 6th Congressional District, is headed for a pitched battle in the 2022 Republican primary after former President. He said he worked alongside real giants who put principal over politics. Upton chaired the House Energy and Commerce Committee from 2010-2016, sat on the House Health Subcommittee since 1991, and is a founder and vice-chair of the Problem Solvers Bipartisan Caucus a caucus that works to gain bipartisan traction on important bills including the recently-passed CHIPS Act. Is there a worldwide run on the Bank of the United States of America? I mean, you know, the top three candidates [on the statewide ballot in November] were all election deniers. The move turned a tight race into a 55-45 percent loss for Siljander. He also spent $3.2 million to Alfonsos $35,000 in campaign spending, a margin of more than 90-1. Michigan GOP roiled as Trump injects. [23][24], Initial polls showed Upton with a sizable lead over O'Brien, but an October poll showed Upton and O'Brien in a dead heat heading into the final stretch of the campaign.[25][26]. The same goes for the Democrats he faced. It was one of the most drastic district changes in the entire state, and Upton would have been pitted against another longtime Michigan representative, Republican Bill Huizenga, had he not drawn the curtain on his political career. During his 35-year tenure on Capitol Hill, Upton voted to impeach two presidents: Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, during Trumps second impeachment. In a hard-fought race in which Upton accused Siljander of missing dozens of votes and Siljander sent a tape to fundamentalist clergy in the area saying they needed to look at Satan in the face ahead of the GOP primary, Upton won. The act establishes funds for biomedical research and to develop and implement a strategic plan for biomedical research. This is a developing story that will be updated throughout the day. He first worked as a staffer for then-Rep. David Stockman, R-Mich., and then followed his boss to the Office of Management and Budget during the Reagan administration. But there was no question that he would have faced a tough, expensive primary race against a Trump-backed Huizenga. For all that, said Dingell, Uptons essential nature is one of fostering camaraderie, an ability to lighten the mood, lighten the situation and make people feel better. U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee, D-Flint Township, said he turned to Upton, as a senior member of the House, when he was looking for an ally to help him secure aid for Flint in the wake of lead contamination of its water supply beginning in 2014. 4 down and 6 to go. When Politico recently suggested that his name might be floated as a candidate for House speaker if Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy of California cant get the votes he needs anyone can be named speaker, theoretically, with a majority vote in the entire House and the suggestion was that the well-liked Upton might be able to peel off enough Democratic and Republican votes to win he waved it off casually. House unanimously approves resolution condemning Russia for downing US drone, 4 progressives, 2 conservatives vote against bill to hold China accountable for spy balloon, Florida Republican Greg Steube endorsing Trump for president, Scalise says House GOP will roll out debt ceiling plan Tuesday. Michigan Republican Congressman Fred Upton announced Tuesday he won't be seeking reelection in November, becoming the fourth House Republican who voted for former President Trump's impeachment. Upton praised the salt of the earth people he has been blessed beyond measure to represent. Thompson Dennis; Congress passes 21st Century Cures Act with billions for new research, treatments; CBS News; December 8, 2016; Rep. Fred Upton and Rep. 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Environmental Protection Agency, North American Energy Infrastructure Act (H.R. [14] He won the general election with 69% of the vote. She didnt answer.. Thats who I am, he said. He is now the 16th Republican to retire or seek another office ahead of the 2022 midterms, compared with 31 Democrats. [72][73] He ultimately did so alongside nine other Republicans on January 13. Hes one of the all-time greats, said U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., who will take over as chairman of the committee in the new Congress and is a close friend of Uptons. Upton joins 16 other Republican members of the House who will not contest their seat this fall. My decision was really based on redistricting, he said. The centrist stalwart and dean of the Michigan delegation becomes the fourth Republican who voted to impeach Donald Trump to retire this election cycle. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Upton, whose grandfather co-founded Whirlpool Corp. and whose father fought in the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, began his career in politics as an aide to former Rep. David Stockman, R-Mich., and later worked for Stockman when he became President Ronald Reagans budget director. [59], In 2013, Upton condemned controversial anti-gay remarks by Republican National Committeeman David Agema. As for what comes next for Upton, even he isnt sure. 3301; 113th Congress), both articles of impeachment against Trump, United States Congressional International Conservation Caucus, "Upton becomes first member of Congress to vote to impeach two presidents", https://www.mlive.com/news/kalamazoo/index.ssf/2013/04/david_stockman_former_southwes.html, "Club for Growth Encouraging Upton Primary Challenger", "Fred Upton still faces arrows from the right", "Jack Hoogendyk to challenge U.S. Rep. 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