Tim Kaine Puts An End To Retirement Rumors

Daniel ChaitinJanuary 20, 2023

Sen. Tim Kaine, D-VA, ended all speculation about the future of his political career by announcing that in 2024 he would run for a third term in the Senate.

During Friday’s appearance in Richmond, the 64-year-old lawmaker spoke out while standing beside his wife Anne Holton (ex-Virginia Education Secretary), to make his plans.

“I’m very happy to announce that I’m going to run for a third term in the Senate,” Kaine told reporters.

“I’m a servant. I love Virginia. I’m proud of what I’ve done. I’ve got a whole lot more to do,” He added.

Reports claimed that there had been a misunderstanding about his announcement. growing anxiety in the Democratic Party There is a possibility of a vacant seat if Kaine does not seek re-election for a sixth-year term. The Democrats lost control in the midterm elections of 2022 and now hold a tenuous grip on the Senate. three independents.

Kaine boasts a lengthy resume that includes roles such as Virginia governor, chairman, Democratic National Committee chair, and mayor, Richmond. He also served as Hillary Clinton’s running mate in her failed 2016 presidential campaign.

Virginia was more liberal in several elections. However, Republicans proved that they have staying power in 2021 with statewide victories which included Governor Glenn Youngkin’s election (R).

“Look, the success of Governor Youngkin and the statewide ticket in ’21 shows you that, hey, Virginians will vote for Republicans in statewide elections,” Kaine stated, according to the Associated Press. “Nobody can take that for granted.”

Republicans argued Kaine’s Senate seat is in play next year.

“Virginians have shown they’re willing to vote Republican with the right candidate and the right political environment,” Maggie Abboud is the National Republican Senatorial Committee’s spokeswoman told Fox News. “We’re going to keep a close eye on Virginia and focus on recruiting a strong candidate who can raise the resources necessary to compete.”