Retiring Congresswoman Calls for Generational Change in U.S. Politics

Rep. Annie Kuster criticizes aging political leaders for staying in office too long and urges younger leadership to step forward.

Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.), 68, is retiring after over a decade in Congress, citing a desire to set an example for generational change in leadership.
In a recent interview, Kuster expressed frustration with colleagues who remain in office indefinitely, arguing it limits opportunities for younger politicians.
Kuster reflected on President Biden's 2024 campaign struggles, suggesting he should have exited the race earlier due to concerns about his age and fitness.
Her comments come as debates over aging political leaders intensify, highlighted by recent health issues among senior congressional figures and revelations about some lawmakers' living arrangements.
Maggie Goodlander, 38, will succeed Kuster in representing New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District, symbolizing a shift toward younger leadership.