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Mitch McConnell announces his retirement

Mitch McConnell announces retirement: Everything you need to know about his wife, children and family

Mitch McConnell announced he will retire at the end of his current term in 2026, capping a long tenure in the Senate. McConnell, who is married to Elaine Chao, celebrated his 83rd birthday and reflects on his decades of service.

USA Today · 1d

Ahead of his retirement announcement, Sen. Mitch McConnell voted against these Trump Cabinet picks

Ahead of his retirement announcement, Sen. Mitch McConnell voted against confirming a few Trump Cabinet picks. Here's what to know.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

US Senator Mitch McConnell Will Not Run for Reelection

Republican U.S. Senator and former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026, his office confirmed on Thursday. McConnell has represented Kentucky in the Senate since 1985.

Mitch McConnell exits politics in 2026

Opinion

MSNBC on MSN · 8h

Mitch McConnell loved the Senate. Then he broke it.

It’s the sort of thing that would seem a bit much from most politicians, but I believe McConnell has loved being a senator. But while I have no doubt for his affection for the upper chamber, it cannot be ignored that he’ll be leaving it a weaker,

Lexington Herald Leader · 15h

Mitch McConnell says this is his last term in office: Look at his 50 years in politics

McConnell announced Thursday he would not run in 2026. Here’s where his political career began more than 50 years ago.

NBC News on MSN · 20h

The race to replace Mitch McConnell is already on: From the Politics Desk

In today’s edition, we break down the quickly developing race to replace Mitch McConnell, who announced his plans to retire after a decadeslong Senate career. Plus, Jonathan Allen examines who could be most affected by the Trump administration’s plans to trim the IRS.

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Mitch McConnell Retiring: All On Wife Elaine Chao, Children And Net Worth

Sen Mitch McConnell announced on Thursday that he will not seek reelection in 2026. The 83-year-old unveiled his plan to The ...

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How Old Is Mitch McConnell’s Wife? Elaine Chao’s Age

The Republican has been married to his wife, Elaine Chao, since 1993. Learn more about her and their marriage here.

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3 children killed in Atlanta apartment fire identified

Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in 2026. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin reports on McConnell's decision and the impact it could have on Capitol Hill. The ...

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Daniel Cameron launches Senate bid in the wake of McConnell’s retirement

The former gubernatorial candidate came up short in 2023 but is widely seen as the GOP leader’s heir apparent.

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