Record Congressional Exodus: Over 35 Lawmakers Opt Out of 2026 Reelection Races
Record Congressional Exodus: Over 35 Lawmakers Opt Out of 2026 Reelection Races A record-setting number of congressional lawmakers are announcing their intentions not to seek reelection in 2026, signaling a significant shake-up in Washington. Currently, 10 senators and 27 House members have publicly stated they will not run for their current seats, a figure that continues to be tracked by NPR. Of these 37 lawmakers, fifteen are retiring from public office entirely. The remaining are pursuing different political avenues, with…