Mitch McConnell Republican Party of Kentucky

Mitch McConnell, Kentucky and Senate

Kentucky politicians react to Sen. Mitch McConnell not running for reelection in 2026

Kentucky lawmakers and political insiders shared their reactions to Sen. Mitch McConnell's retirement, calling him a "consequential" leader.

Lexington Herald-Leader on MSN · 3d

Mitch McConnell will retire at end of term. What to know about the longtime KY senator

Longtime Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell announced Thursday he won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending his run as one of the most powerful lawmakers in the U.S. McConnell, a Republican first elected in 1984, is the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history. He plans to serve out the remainder of his term until it ends in 2027.

Newsweek · 4d

Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Reelection as GOP Leadership Shifts in Trump Era

While he championed conservative causes, McConnell ultimately saw his influence challenged by the rise of Trump-era GOP populism.

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Who Could Replace Mitch McConnell? Four Potential Candidates

McConnell announced Thursday he won't seek reelection in 2026, leaving his Senate seat open to a new generation of ...

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Republican Party of Kentucky issues statement on McConnell announcement

The Chairman of the Republican Party of Kentucky, Robert Benvenuti, issued a statement on Thursday following the announcement ...

Louisville Courier-Journal on MSN11d

Mitch McConnell casts only Republican vote against new intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard

Mitch McConnell was the lone Republican to vote against the new Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard during her confirmation Wednesday. In a statement following the 52-48 vote, the ...

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