Summary
A record number of Congressional lawmakers have announced they will not seek reelection in 2026. This includes 10 senators and 27 members of the House of Representatives. Some are retiring, while others are aiming for different political offices.
Key Facts
- 10 senators and 27 House members are not running for reelection in 2026.
- Of these, 15 lawmakers are retiring from politics entirely.
- 11 are aiming to become governors, while 10 are hoping to move from the House to the Senate.
- Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy plans to run for state attorney general.
- There are more Republicans (27) than Democrats (10) not seeking reelection.
- Notable Democrats retiring include Sens. Dick Durbin and Jeanne Shaheen.
- Republican retirements include Sens. Mitch McConnell and Thom Tillis.
- The GOP holds slim majorities in Congress and is adjusting district maps in some states for future elections.
