LOADING ERROR LOADINGWASHINGTON — Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) announced Thursday he will seek reelection, ending speculation that he may retire after more than 30 years in Congress. He spent years in House Democratic leadership, serving as Majority Whip alongside former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and former Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.). “It made me feel necessary,” said the South Carolina Democrat. When a reporter asked about Democrats clamoring for younger leaders, Clyburn brought up a fellowship program he’s funded for 13 years that helps to develop the next generation of leadership in the South Carolina Democratic Party. “This selfish decision does such a disservice to his district, to the Democratic Party, and to the country,” said Amanda Litman, co-founder of Run for Something, which recruits young progressives to seek office.

Source: Huffington Post March 12, 2026 15:06 UTC