Rep. Raul Grijalva Announces Retirement After 22 Years in Congress

The Arizona Democrat, recovering from lung cancer treatment, cites the need for a new generation of leaders.

Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.) will not seek reelection after his current term, ending a 22-year tenure in Congress.
Grijalva, 76, has been undergoing chemotherapy and physical therapy following a lung cancer diagnosis earlier this year.
Despite his extended absence from Washington, he stated that his missed votes were inconsequential due to the current Congress's inefficacy.
Known as a strong progressive voice, Grijalva has served as co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and ranking member of the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Grijalva previously called on President Joe Biden to step aside for a younger candidate, a stance that initially drew criticism from fellow Democrats.