Chuck Grassley, oldest sitting senator, laments dying in office under a Dem governor
Summary
Senator Chuck Grassley, who is 93 years old and the oldest member in the U.S. Senate, spoke about his concern over a Democratic governor choosing his replacement if he dies while in office. Grassley is currently serving his eighth term and the next governor of Iowa, to be elected soon, would appoint a temporary senator if needed.Key Facts
- Chuck Grassley is the oldest sitting senator in the United States at 93 years old.
- He is a Republican from Iowa serving his eighth Senate term, which ends in January 2029.
- Grassley expressed worry that a Democratic governor could appoint his successor if he dies in office.
- Iowa will elect a new governor this fall, who would have the power to temporarily fill Grassley’s Senate seat if needed.
- Grassley has not yet said whether he will run for a ninth Senate term in 2028.
- Recent polls show a close race for Iowa governor between Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn.
- Grassley made these remarks at the GOP’s Reagan Dinner event in West Des Moines.
- He is the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
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