Washington (CNN) The list of lawmakers leaving Congress in 2018 is notable for the number of Republicans who have cited their own party's president as one of the reasons for their retirement. Rep. Sam Johnson of Texas; announced on 1/6/17The longtime congressman made his announcement in a message posted to his website. Rep. Dave Trott of Michigan; announced on 9/11/17Trott's announcement opened up a competitive House seat for the 2018 midterms. "Representing the Eleventh District has been an honor, but I have decided not to seek re-election in 2018," Trott said in a statement . "While I have not yet determined a final resignation date, I will be leaving Congress by January 31, 2018," he said in the statement.

Source: CNN December 31, 2017 13:52 UTC