The Republican party of Florida Chairman Lenny Curry has officially resigned.
According to a letter signed by Curry, his resignation is effective May 31st. Curry says his friends have encouraged him to consider to run for mayor. In his own words he says, "I feel obligated to give myself the time to fully consider and explore how to serve this community I care for so deeply."
Curry says he's proud to have served the RPOF which he calls a powerful force for electing Republicans across the state.
A special election to select a new chairman will be held at a meeting on May 31st.