Senator Richard J. Durbin, after 44 years in Congress and a notable presence as a leading liberal figure, announced he will not run for re-election next year. At 80, his decision to retire is part of a larger generational shift within the Senate, as he becomes the fifth senator over 65 to announce retirement. Durbin expressed the difficulty of his choice but acknowledged that capable successors are ready to continue the fight he has engaged in against influential political figures, like former President Trump.
I have to be honest about this. There are good people in the wings, good people on the bench ready to serve, and they can fight this fight just as effectively as I can.
There comes a point where you have to face reality that this is the time to leave for me.
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