Democrats see silver lining in wave of Senate retirements
Senate Democrats are facing a flurry of retirements in key states next year, turning up the heat on already competitive races against the backdrop of an unforgiving election map heavily favoring Republicans to retain control.
Democratic Senator Announces Retirement as Republicans Target Her Seat
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire announced Wednesday that she will not seek re-election in 2026. She announced her decision in a video posted to X. “It was a difficult decision, made more difficult by the current environment in the country -- by President Trump and what he’s doing right now,
Senate Retirements Make Midterms Harder for Democrats
Democrats should benefit from a stiff midterm breeze in 2026. But with a tough landscape and three seats open, it’s unlikely they can flip the Senate.
Democrats’ Path to Reclaiming the Senate Just Got Harder
New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, a three-term Democratic senator, said she wouldn’t run for re-election in 2026.
Senate Democrats face 'tough map' as a slate of retirements hit Dem-friendly states
Senate Democrats’ already difficult 2026 map just got even worse. After losing the majority last November, the party faced a very narrow path out of the wilderness. Then Sen. Jeanne Shaheen piled on.
Democratic retirements create fresh challenge for hopes of winning back the Senate
New Hampshire Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision to not seek reelection marks the latest bit of tough luck for Senate Democrats, who face an increasingly challenging midterm election map as they fight to climb out of the minority.
Pete Buttigieg set to announce he’s not running for open Senate seat — leaving door open for 2028 presidential run
Pete Buttigieg is expected to announce Thursday that he will not run for Michigan’s open Senate seat — leaving the door open for an expected presidential campaign, according to a report. The ...
New Hampshire Senator's Announcement Adds to Democrats' Senate Struggle
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen's retirement comes as Democrats already face an uphill battle in next year's midterms.
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'This Is Unpopular': Gary Peters Scolds The Trump Administration During Senate Democrat Briefing
During his remarks in the Senate Democrat press briefing this week, Senator Gary Peters scolded the Trump Administration over their plan to abolish the Department of Education.
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Key defense policy voice for Senate Democrats won't seek reelection
N.H., serves on the armed services committee and was the first-ever woman to chair the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Jeanne Shaheen Joins Growing List of Democrats Leaving Their Long-Held Senate Seats Vulnerable to Republicans
New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Shaheen joined on Wednesday the growing list of those who won't be seeking re-election in 2026.
Buttigieg says he's 'looking at' possible Senate run in battleground state
Former Transportation Secretary and former Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg says he's "looking at" a possible ...
Senate Democrats appear ready to back down in government shutdown fight
Senate Democrats say the six-month government funding resolution that passed the House Tuesday is a “horrible” bill, but there’s growing sentiment within the Senate Democratic conference that it ...
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Pete Buttigieg met with Chuck Schumer to discuss Senate run as he seriously considers position
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appears to be seriously considering a Senate run in 2026 after he reportedly ...