Longtime Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., <a class="zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE " data-testid="prism-linkbase" href="https://x.com/SenatorDurbin/status/1915062730580427059" target="_blank">announced Wednesday</a> that he will not seek reelection in 2026 and will retire after serving for over four decades in Congress.

"In my heart, I know it's time to pass the torch," Durbin said in the video. "The threats to our democracy and way of life are real, and I can assure you that I will do everything in my power to fight for Illinois and the future of our country every day of my remaining time in the Senate."

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Longtime Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2026 and will retire after serving for over four decades in Congress.{ai:summary}<p>Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of his over 40-year tenure in Congress. He emphasized the importance of fighting for democracy and pledged to continue his efforts for Illinois and the nation until his retirement. </p><p>#politics</p>

Sen. Dick Durbin announces retirement after decades in Congress

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