Fishers Deputy Mayor Leah McGrath has released the following statement regarding the Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District, which is currently represented by Susan Brooks.
McGrath
“The past month has been reinvigorating for me as we contemplated a run for the 5th District. I found myself pulled to public service in a new way and have loved the many conversations and ideas that sprung forth. I am grateful and humbled by the encouragement I received and for the people who shared their time and advice with us. After much discernment, however, we concluded it is not the right time for our family. There is more I can do to serve my community here at home.
“We have been fortunate in the 5th to have a remarkable leader in Congresswoman Susan Brooks. As she passes the torch, we look forward to supporting our next Republican nominee who will carry on the work Congresswoman Brooks has begun for our communities and for the future of our nation.”
Leah McGrath was appointed Fishers First Deputy Mayor in July 2015.
Prior to joining the City of Fishers, McGrath worked as Government Affairs Director for the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns, serving as a public policy liaison and advocate for municipal issues at the State of Indiana and Indiana General Assembly. She resides in Fishers with her husband, Brian, and their three sons Patrick, Nate and Ethan.