Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) announces his retirement from Congress in 2026 citing increasing political violence, threats to his family, and deteriorating congressional civility. The moderate Democrat represents Maine's 2nd District, the most Republican-leaning seat held by any House Democrat, making his retirement a significant blow to Democratic efforts to reclaim House control next year.

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Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) announces his retirement from Congress in 2026 citing increasing political violence, threats to his family, and deteriorating congressional civility. The moderate Democrat represents Maine's 2nd District, the most Republican-leaning seat held by any House Democrat, making his retirement a significant blow to Democratic efforts to reclaim House control next year.

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Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) announces retirement from Congress in 2026 citing political violence, family threats, and increasing congressional dysfunction. His departure removes Democrats' incumbency advantage in Maine's 2nd District, a key battleground seat that Trump won by 10 points. Golden's decision represents a significant setback for House Democrats' efforts to reclaim majority control.

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More Members of Congress Are Retiring, Many Citing Dysfunction

More than three dozen incumbents have announced they will not seek re-election next year. Some are running for other offices, while others intend to leave Congress altogether.

The New York Times