Overview
- The announcement came shortly after the Senate adjourned for the holiday break, catching many in Washington off guard.
- The deep-red Wyoming seat is expected to stay in GOP hands, with a contested primary likely and Rep. Harriet Hageman mentioned as a potential candidate.
- Lummis, a leading voice on digital assets, helped steer the GENIUS Act on stablecoins and has been central to broader cryptocurrency legislation efforts.
- She remains aligned with President Trump, pledging to partner with him next year, while GOP groups like the Senate Leadership Fund publicly praised her record.
- Her departure adds to a growing number of senators choosing not to run in 2026 across both parties.