Ellen Andel Ends Bid to Challenge Patrick Murphy

Submitted by Kevin Derby on February 25, 2014 - 3:08pm

On Tuesday afternoon, Juno Beach City Commissioner Ellen Andel announced she was ending her bid for the Republican nomination to challenge U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy, D-Fla.

After much thought and discussion with my family, I have decided to end my run for Congress, Andel informed supporters on Tuesday. The stress on my family has become more than I am willing to accept, and their health and happiness are my first and foremost priorities. I have a deep gratitude for all those who have believed in me and supported me.

Andel had the support of former U.S. Rep. Allen West, R-Fla., who Murphy beat out in 2012.

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