Breaking news: Dick Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, to retire after 44 years in Congress


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His departure will create a rare open Senate seat in Illinois.
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April 23, 2025, 11:30 a.m. ET

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Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, to Retire After 44 Years in Congress

Senator Richard Durbin’s departure will set off a primary for a rare open Senate seat in Illinois and open a top leadership position. He said it was time to “face reality” and make way for someone new.

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