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58 Lawmakers Retire, Sparking GOP Concerns Ahead of Midterms

3/29/2026

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U.S. Representative Sam Graves (R-Mo.) announced his retirement from Congress, noting he has served since 2001 and is "making room for the next generation."
The retirements total 58 lawmakers, surpassing the 34 retirements in 2018.
The current wave of retirements is the highest in a century.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene have expressed concerns about the party's direction and upcoming elections.
Representative Thomas Massie urged Republicans to change their approach to avoid losses in the midterms.

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U.S. Representative Sam Graves (R-Mo.) announced his retirement from Congress, noting he has served since 2001 and is "making room for the next generation."
The retirements total 58 lawmakers, surpassing the 34 retirements in 2018.
The current wave of retirements is the highest in a century.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene have expressed concerns about the party's direction and upcoming elections.
Representative Thomas Massie urged Republicans to change their approach to avoid losses in the midterms.