Sen. Mitch McConnell is announcing he won’t seek reelection next year, ending a decadeslong tenure as a power broker who championed conservative causes but ultimately ceded ground to the fierce populism of President Donald Trump.

Summary

Sen. Mitch McConnell announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of his long career as a Republican leader.

The longest-serving Senate party leader, McConnell played a key role in shaping the Supreme Court, tax cuts, and major political battles but saw his influence wane amid Trump-era populism.

His departure signals a shift in the GOP, as a competitive race for his Kentucky Senate seat looms.

McConnell pledged to continue advocating for national defense and other priorities before retiring in January 2027.

  • BassTurd@lemmy.world
    7·
    18 days ago

    My prediction is that father time will ensure that this is true, because I don’t think he survives until the 2026 midterms. When people start falling for no raisin, their days are limited.