Here’s every member of Congress who isn’t seeking re-election in 2024

If a presidential election year wasn’t enough in Washington DC, this year will also see a lot of new faces in Congress, as many members have decided to not seek re-election, with many citing frustration with the chambers’ productivity as their reason for stepping down.

Seven Senators and 42 Representatives have announced their intentions to step down from their current post in 2024, with some running for different elected positions and others leaving politics altogether. Some of those could still run for their current seats if they do not win primary elections.

The mass Congressional exodus includes several controversial seats, which could alter the control of each chamber and numerous Committee chairs.

Here is a list of every member of Congress who has announced that they won’t seek re-election in 2024:

Thomas Carper

Sen Carper is a Democrat who has represented Delaware in the Senate for more than 20 years. He announced his retirement — saying it was a decision he made after “a good deal of prayer and introspection, and more than a few heart-to-heart conversations”.

Ben Cardin

The Maryland Democrat announced that he would retire from the Senate after his term is up. He has served in the post since 2007 and currently chairs the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

Debbie Stabenow

After serving as Michigan Senator since 2001, the Democrat opted not to run for re-election in 2024, leaving a crucial seat for Democrats in the swing state. “Inspired by a new generation of leaders, I have decided to pass the torch in the US Senate,” Sen Stabenow wrote.

Laphonza Butler

The California Senator was appointed by Gov Gavin Newsom to fill the seat left vacant by Dianne Feinstein. Sen Butler is currently the