Aging Sen. Wyden Says He Has ‘The Energy’ To Stand Up To Trump

Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden, now in his fifth decade in Congress, says he has no plans to step aside despite growing calls for older Democrats to make way for a new generation of leaders.

What’s more, Wyden, who will be 79 in 2028, told The Associated Press he intends to seek another term and that he believes he has the stamina to stand up to President Donald Trump, The Washington Times reported.

“I believe you ought to be held accountable,” Wyden said. “But I think that the Founding Fathers wanted a results-oriented, commonsense approach to government, and that’s what I’m trying to do. And I’ve got the energy.”

The remarks come as Democrats continue to wrestle with lingering frustration over Joe Biden’s decision to seek reelection at age 81 before withdrawing in July 2024. Trump went on to defeat then–Vice President Kamala Harris.

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