Hunt quoted in article about lawmakers retiring from Congress

Charlie Hunt, an associate professor of political science, was recently quoted in an article about the cascade of legislators opting to retire from Congress this legislative cycle. According to the article, the prospect of Democrats retaking the majority in the House of Representatives may be prompting some Republicans to step aside rather than serve in the minority. Hunt said many Republicans appear to be exiting to avoid tough elections and anticipated headwinds, effectively stepping aside in anticipation of a Democratic "blue wave."

This quotation was part of a follow-up interview based on Hunt's recent article for The Conversation, "Who thinks Republicans will suffer in the 2026 midterms? Republican members of Congress."

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