Jerry Nadler is retiring from Congress for a great reason
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NY Congressman Nadler Announces Retirement After 34 Years
Above: U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler speaks at the SAG-AFTRA Rock the City reception on April 23, 2025, in New York. Image copyright: John Nacion/Deadline/Getty Images
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Democratic narrative
It's a shame that someone with Nadler's experience and lengthy list of accomplishments for Democratic causes has to step aside. But he's doing the party a favor by retiring at a time when it needs a transfusion of new blood. Nadler's decision should set an example for others who should give way to a younger generation of leaders.
Republican narrative
Nadler spent much of his career butting heads with Trump, both before and during the president's terms — doing little to help the country. Nadler was also a troublemaker and an encourager of open borders. Democrats might benefit from his absence, but this will also help Trump advance his agenda without another obstructor in the way.
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