Rep. Jerry Nadler Steps Down as Top Democrat on Judiciary Committee

Nadler endorses Rep. Jamie Raskin for leadership as Democrats prepare for challenges under a second Trump administration.

Rep. Jerry Nadler, a 34-year congressional veteran, announced he will not seek to remain the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee after seven years in the role.
Nadler endorsed Rep. Jamie Raskin, a constitutional scholar and former impeachment manager, as his successor, citing Raskin’s leadership and ability to address the challenges posed by Donald Trump's return to the presidency.
This decision marks a generational shift within the Democratic Party, with calls for younger leadership following disappointing election results for the party.
Raskin, currently the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, emphasized the Judiciary Committee’s critical role in opposing threats to democracy and protecting constitutional principles.
Nadler will remain an active member of the Judiciary Committee and expressed confidence in Raskin’s capacity to lead Democrats in upcoming legislative and oversight battles.