Three Democrats Announce Retirement Plans, Two Senators and One Governor
Sen. Byron Dorgan (D-N.D.) announced this evening that he’s retiring at the end of his term, a shocking development that threatens Democratic control of his Senate seat next year.
Dorgan was up for re-election in 2010, but the third-term senator wasn’t facing any strong Republican opposition– but was facing the growing possibility of a serious challenge from popular Gov. John Hoeven (R-N.D.).
Joseph Romm wonders if this increases the chances that Dorgan will vote for the climate bill.
Connecticut Senator Chris Dodd:
Embattled Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd (D) has scheduled a press conference at his home in Connecticut Wednesday at which he is expected to announce he will not seek re-election, according to sources familiar with his plans.
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter:
In a surprise move on Tuesday, Gov. Bill Ritter (D-Colorado) announced he would not seek re-election next fall, 9NEWS has confirmed.
