Steny Hoyer to Retire From Congress Following Decades of Leadership

Representative Steny Hoyer of Maryland announced he will retire at the end of his current term after serving over forty years in the House of Representatives.The 86-year-old Democrat, who survived a mild stroke in 2024, confirmed his decision during a floor speech following years as Majority Leader and Whip.Throughout his career, Hoyer collaborated closely with Nancy Pelosi on landmark legislation and authored the 1990 Americans With Disabilities Act.