Record Number of Congressmen Not Running for Re-Election
Representative Dan Crenshaw was the first incumbent to lose his primary election in the 2026 cycle.
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Representative Dan Crenshaw was the first incumbent to lose his primary election in the 2026 cycle.
A record 67 members of Congress are not seeking re-election in the 2026 cycle, a trend that historically suggests an upcoming wave election against the majority party. High-profile departures include Nancy Pelosi and Mitch McConnell, while others face primary losses or scandals.
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