2026 Senate Election: Long Time Senate Democrat Dick Durbin Retires

Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, the Senate's second-highest-ranking Democrat, has announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, concluding over four decades of public service.

The emerging Democratic contenders, including Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, who has reportedly accumulated almost $20 million for his campaign, and former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, who has expressed interest in reentering politics.

The potential implications of this open seat for the balance of power in the Senate.​

Stay informed on the evolving dynamics of the 2026 Senate race in Illinois and what Durbin's retirement could mean for the future of American politics.​

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