Senator Mitch McConnell won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker

Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell is announcing on Thursday that he won't seek reelection next year.

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The New RepublicLeft· 586d ago

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Senator Mitch McConnell won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker

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Mitch McConnell says he won't seek an eighth term in 2026

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Mitch McConnell says he won't seek an eighth term in 2026

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Green Field ReporterLean Right· 586d ago

Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker - The Daily Reporter

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell will not run for reelection in 2026

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Mitch McConnell Announces He Will Not Run for Reelection

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