Congresswoman, 68, retires to set better example for aging politicians ‘I think there are colleagues — some of whom are still very successful and very productive — but others who just stay forever,’ noted New Hampshire Representative Annie Kuster.
“I’m just not the best gladiator for it right now,” she said of Trump’s return, noting that his comeback, the January 6 Capitol riot, and making room for younger people, all played a role in her decision.
She added that her decision to leave Congress was based on several factors, including President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, but also on her hope that it will make room for younger members.
Her last votes as a member of Congress also pushed her out the door as Elon Musk took down a bipartisan spending deal, almost leading to a government shutdown.
She said it was “a big part of the reason to leave ... There’s a theme developing when billionaires make decisions about hard-working families’ lives, it comes out just mean.
