Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois announced he will not run for re-election in 2026, concluding nearly three decades in the Senate. Citing age as a primary concern, he acknowledged that he would be 88 at the close of a potential new term. His exit opens an intense primary race among Illinois Democrats eager to succeed him. Durbin's departure will significantly impact Democratic leadership in the Senate, as he has been a key figure in national policy and securing federal funding for his state.
I truly love being a United States Senator, but in my heart, I know it's time to pass the torch.
It's time, Durbin told WBEZ. You observe your colleagues and watch what happens.
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