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News| | Publish on Wed, 04/23/2025 - 15:26

Longtime Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin will not seek re-election in 2026

The second-ranking Senate Democrat will retire after a decades-long career representing Illinois in Congress.

Longtime Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin will not seek re-election in 2026

Durbin's decision not to seek re-election in 2026 marks the end of a long and distinguished career in Congress. Known for his leadership roles within the Democratic caucus and on the Judiciary Committee, Durbin has been a prominent figure in Washington for decades. His departure creates a potential opening for a new generation of Democratic leaders in Illinois, with several prominent lawmakers already being mentioned as potential candidates for his seat. While Durbin's decision may have been a difficult one, it reflects his commitment to passing the torch to a new generation of leaders. The upcoming race for his Senate seat is likely to be closely watched, as Democrats seek to maintain their hold on the seat in a state that has traditionally been solidly blue. As Illinois Democrats begin to consider potential candidates to replace Durbin, the race is sure to draw significant interest and speculation. With a deep bench of talented lawmakers in the state, the Democratic primary could be a crowded and competitive field. It remains to be seen who will ultimately emerge as the frontrunner in the race to succeed Durbin in the Senate.

Author Name: Ben Kamisar,Bridget Bowman,Sahil Kapur

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