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Ex-aides win primaries to replace retiring Democratic House members
By Jonathan J. Cooper And Gary Fields, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
U.S. Reps. Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler, two of the top Democrats in Congress, are retiring when their terms expire in January, but they will continue to make their imprints on Washington.The pair passed the torch Tuesday night to former aides who won the Democratic primaries to replace them on...
Key takeaway Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler, two of the top Democrats in Congress, are retiring when their terms expire in January, but they will continue to make their imprints on Washington.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The practice of lawmakers endorsing their former aides to replace them in Congress has implications for local voters in the San Antonio area. As residents of Bexar County, they may be interested in how this trend plays out in other parts of the country, particularly in districts with similar demographics. The fact that voters like Natasha Greensword are receptive to endorsements from well-known representatives suggests that local voters may also be influenced by such endorsements. However, the backlash against incumbent-friendly candidates, as seen in Norma James' decision to skip over Boafo, could also be a factor in local elections. As Terrell Hills residents consider their own representation in Congress, they may want to pay attention to whether their lawmakers are endorsing former aides or other candidates, and how this might impact the local political landscape. This could be particularly relevant in future elections, where local voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on the next generation of congressional leaders.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? U.S. Reps. Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler, two of the top Democrats in Congress, are retiring when their terms expire in January, but they will continue to make their imprints on Washington.The pair passed the torch Tuesday night to former aides who won the Democratic primaries to replace them on...
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