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Jeb Bush has decided not to run for the Senate in Florida next year, according to former state House Speaker Marco Rubio.
"He said it just wasn't the right timing," Rubio said, recounting a phone call he received this afternoon from the former Florida governor and presidential brother.
Bush, who left office in 2007, cited his desire to explore other professional opportunities outside of politics, Rubo said.
Rubio, a close Bush ally who was waiting on the former governor's decision, said he would now "seriously explore the opportunity."
"I'll be meeting with family and supporters in the weeks ahead and make a decision shortly there after."
Rubio will visit with Republican campaign officials in Washington next week ahead of a likely bid.
