Retirements in Congress seem to be spreading like wildfire. You never know who will bow out next.
And the Capitol has exploded with chaos thanks to these latest retirement announcement.
Florida Republican Rep. Neal Dunn has declared he’s hanging up his congressional hat after five solid terms. The Panama City native, who’s no stranger to the front lines as a physician and Army surgeon, is ready to head back home and focus on what really matters—family and those grandkids who light up his world.
Dunn laid it out plain and simple in his announcement: he wants to “pass the torch to new conservative leaders, return home to Panama City, and spend more precious time with my family and our beloved grandchildren.” It’s a classic American story of service followed by a well-earned return to roots.
Looking back on his time in Washington, Dunn didn’t hold back on what he’s proud of. “It has been my greatest honor to fight for lower taxes, our military and veterans, the unborn, healthcare innovation, and policies that empower Americans over bureaucracy and addressing threats from Communist China, Russia and others,” he stated.
He wrapped up with a heartfelt nod to his supporters: “I am deeply grateful for your trust, support, and prayers over these years. America remains the greatest nation on Earth, and with God’s blessing, our best days are ahead.”
This departure adds to a growing list of lawmakers calling it quits ahead of the 2026 elections.
By the middle of January, a whopping 49 House members had thrown in the towel—22 Democrats and 27 Republicans, per the official tally from the House Press Gallery’s “Casualty List.” It’s a shake-up that’s got everyone buzzing about what’s next for the people’s chamber.
Not all are just retiring; some are aiming higher, chasing bigger battles. On the GOP side, South Carolina’s firebrand Rep. Nancy Mace is gunning for the governor’s mansion in her home state, ready to take her fight against the swamp to a new level.
Meanwhile, over on the left, California’s Rep. Eric Swalwell is eyeing the Golden State’s top job as governor.
Texas is heating up too, with Republican Rep. Chip Roy throwing his hat in the ring for attorney general.
On the flip side, Democrat Rep. Jasmine Crockett from Texas is launching a long-shot Senate challenge against Republican Senator John Cornyn.
The House GOP is clinging to a razor-thin majority right now, especially after some tough losses. Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia stepped down in January, leaving a void in the America First wing.
Adding to the hits, GOP Rep. Doug LaMalfa from California passed away recently.
These vacancies have ramped up the urgency for Republicans to hold the line and push back against the radical left’s agenda.
A special election to fill Greene’s seat is set for March 10, and you can bet conservatives are mobilizing to send another fighter to D.C. who won’t back down from the deep state.
All this comes as President Donald Trump rallied the troops at a House GOP retreat. He didn’t mince words, urging Republicans to deliver an “epic midterm victory” in 2026.
Trump hammered home the stakes: “They say that when you win the presidency, you lose the midterms. You gotta win the midterms.”
And he warned of the dangers if they falter: “Because if we don’t win the midterms … they’ll find a reason to impeach me. I’ll get impeached.”
It’s a stark reminder that the fight for America isn’t over—it’s just getting started, and every patriot needs to gear up for the battles ahead.
