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Senate Democratic retirements clear the way for a new generation: From the Politics Desk

Durbin is the fourth Senate Democrat to announce retirement plans ahead of next year’s midterm elections, along with Gary Peters of Michigan, Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, and Tina Smith of Minnesota, who have similarly seen a wave of younger candidates jump into the races to succeed them.

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Democratic US Senator Dick Durbin to retire, sparking competitive Illinois primary

Democratic U.S. Senator Dick Durbin will not seek reelection next year, he said on Wednesday, setting the stage for a competitive intra-party contest to fill his seat in the Democratic-leaning state of Illinois.

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Sen. Richard Durbin, Senate's number 2 Democrat, to retire in 2026

Richard Durbin announced Wednesday that he will not seek a sixth term in the Senate in 2026. "The decision of whether to run for reelection has not been easy," Durbin, D-Ill., posted to social media.

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Senate race to replace Durbin boasts ‘at least a dozen’ serious contenders

Expect announcements from Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Rep. Lauren Underwood within hours and days ...

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton becomes first major Democrat to launch Senate bid to replace Durbin

Stratton’s announcement in an early morning video comes just a day after Sen. Dick Durbin announced he’s stepping down from ...

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Texas Senate hears bill to ban undocumented students from in-state tuition rates, aid

Texas lawmakers are weighing a bill to bar students without legal status from in-state tuition, financial aid — potentially ...

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Dick Durbin, the No. 2 Democrat in Senate, announces he won’t seek reelection

Dick Durbin, the longtime second-ranking Democrat in the Senate, announced plans to retire at the end of next year, setting ...

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House Republican enters race for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat, setting up high-stakes GOP primary

Rep. Andy Barr is jumping into the race to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell in the November 2026 elections.

‘At least a dozen’ serious contenders ready to jump into Senate race with Dick Durbin not seeking reelection

Expect announcements from Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Rep. Lauren Underwood within hours and days ...

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton announces bid for U.S. Senate seat

Illlinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton launched her campaign to represent Illinois in the United States Senate.

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D.N.C. Will Send More Cash to Red States, Aiming to Strengthen Party’s Reach

A 50-state program announced by the Democratic Party seeks to build on past efforts and help recruit candidates to take on ...

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