Kinzinger joins CNN as a senior political commentator.

Adam Kinzinger has begun his next act after leaving Congress, signing on with CNN as a senior political commentator.

"Happy to join the team," Kinzinger tweeted.

The former GOP representative from Illinois' 16th Congressional District this month wrapped up his 12-year run as a lawmaker and prominent and outspoken member of the Jan. 6 investigation committee.

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