Sen. Mitch McConnell, 83, Says He Will Not Seek Reelection In 2026

Posted • February 20, 2025: In the past year, a reporter asked Sen. Mitch McConnell if he was going to run for reelection in 2026. Instead of answering, he froze up, and his handlers had to rush out to assist him. https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1889768784778399744/vid/avc1/1280x720/QRKgJmIXc8ig0-_2.mp4 —— It seems McConnell finally has an answer. Fox News reports that he will not be seeking another term in the Senate. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) will not seek re-election in 2026. McConnell is 83 years old. McConnell hasn't been much use to the Republican Party recently, as he's been a no vote on all of President Donald Trump's cabinet nominees. McConnell is in worse shape than Joe Biden. Of course, he's not running again in 2026. He should retire today. (…)

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