Harry Reid, looking particularly badass
Shocking
news to start the day:
Senator Harry Reid, the tough tactician who has led Senate Democrats since 2005, will not seek re-election next year, bringing an end to a three-decade congressional career that culminated with his push of President Obama’s ambitious agenda against fierce Republican resistance.
Mr. Reid, 75, who suffered serious eye and facial injuries in a Jan. 1 exercise accident at his Las Vegas home, said he had been contemplating retiring from the Senate for months. He said his decision was not attributable either to the accident or to his demotion to minority leader after Democrats lost the majority in November’s midterm elections.
"I understand this place," Mr. Reid said. "I have quite a bit of power as minority leader."
More on this story as it develops, along with the implications for Democrats holding this seat in 2016.
You'll be missed, Harry.
5:09 AM PT:
My life’s work has been to make Nevada and our nation better. Thank you for giving me that wonderful opportunity.
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— @SenatorReid