Sam Graves pulls reelection plans, will retire from Congress
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Rep. Sam Graves of Missouri announced he will retire from Congress at the end of his current term after 26 years.
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Rep. Sam Graves of Missouri announced Friday he will retire from Congress at the end of his current term, ending a 26-year career in the House. Graves, who chairs the House Transportation Committee, made the announcement on X after what he described as "considerable reflection." His departure removes a senior Republican voice from a key committee that oversees federal transportation policy and infrastructure matters. The retirement opens his Missouri seat for either a successor in the Republican-held district or a Democratic challenger. Graves' exit is part of broader turnover in Congress as members reassess their futures under the new political landscape.
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