New Delhi, April 11 -- Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds in a surprise announcement on Friday (April 11), revealed she will not seek a third term in office, ending nearly a decade-long tenure as the state's first female governor.

Reynolds, a Republican, made the announcement in a video posted to social media.

"This wasn't an easy decision, because I love this state and I love serving you," Reynolds said. "But, when my term ends, I will have had the privilege of serving as your governor for almost 10 years."

She added that her decision was influenced by personal reasons, particularly the support she has received from her family throughout her political career.

"Now it's time for me to be there for them," Reynolds said, referring to her husban...