Congressman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement today on Congressman Mike Rogers, R- Howell, who announced he will retire at the end of this year:

"There's not a day that Mike Rogers has not put our national interest over everything else. He is one for whom every member, be they Republican or Democrat, has the greatest respect. 

"We witnessed the horrible attacks together on September 11 and ever since that day he has led the way to ensure America's safety.  On a personal note, he is one of the finest individuals I have ever worked with and certainly will remain a treasured friend."