JUST IN: Key Swing District Democrat Announces He’s Not Running For Reelection

Zachary Leeman Nov 5th, 2025, 3:42 pm

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Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME) will not be seeking reelection, possibly opening up a seat for Republicans as the Democrat is in a district that has largely favored President Donald Trump .

“I have never loved politics,” Golden wrote in an op-ed for . “But I find purpose and meaning in service, and the Marine in me has been able to slog along through the many aspects of politics I dislike by focusing on the good work that Congress is capable of producing with patience and determination.”

Golden has held office in Maine’s 2nd district since 2019, and he’s now facing a primary challenge from the left as well as a challenge from fo

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