Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg Resigns

Gregg resigns after 4 years as Lieutenant Governor to pursue other opportunities.

Resignation comes as no surprise as Gregg has been open about his desire to spend more time with his family.

Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg has resigned from his position, effective immediately.

Gregg, a Republican, has served as lieutenant governor since 2019. He is the first person to resign from the position since 2007.

In a statement, Gregg said he is resigning to "pursue a career opportunity" and to spend more time with his family.

“This was not an easy decision, but it is the right one for me and my family,” Gregg said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to have served the people of Iowa, and I wish Governor Reynolds and the state all the best in the future.”

Governor Reynolds Releases Statement

Governor Kim Reynolds released a statement thanking Gregg for his service.

“Adam Gregg has been a valuable member of my administration, and I appreciate his service to the state of Iowa,” Reynolds said. “I wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

Gregg's Resignation Comes as No Surprise

Gregg's resignation comes as no surprise. He has been open about his desire to spend more time with his family.

In an interview with the Des Moines Register in January, Gregg said he was considering resigning.

"I'm at a point in my life where I'm starting to think about what's next," Gregg said. "I have two young children, and I want to be there for them as they grow up."

Lieutenant Governor's Office Will Remain Vacant

The lieutenant governor's office will remain vacant until the next general election in 2022.

Under Iowa law, the governor does not have the authority to appoint a new lieutenant governor.