Summary
Some of the oldest House Democrats are resisting calls for generational change, opting to run for reelection despite primary challenges and concerns about their fitness for office. They argue that seniority and experience are important, pushing back against critics promoting younger leadership. Some Democrats see this situation as a potential distraction in their efforts to regain control of the House.
Key Facts
- Some senior House Democrats face primary challengers but are still choosing to run for reelection.
- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, 88, openly opposes stepping down, emphasizing her seniority.
- Rep. John Larson, 77, who had a seizure earlier this year, plans to launch his reelection campaign.
- Rep. David Scott, 80, intends to run again despite health concerns and multiple challengers.
- Some lawmakers argue that fitness for office should be evaluated individually, not by age.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries highlighted generational change occurring within party leadership.
- Critics like David Hogg push for older leaders to pass the leadership torch to younger politicians.
