明尼苏达州参议员蒂娜·史密斯不会在2026年竞选连任, 这使民主党的参议院计划复杂化。 Minnesota Senator Tina Smith won't run for re-election in 2026, complicating Democrats' Senate plans.

明尼苏达州参议员Tina Smith宣布,她不会在2026年寻求连选连任,理由是个人原因,包括希望与家人多相处。 Minnesota Senator Tina Smith announced she will not seek re-election in 2026, citing personal reasons including a desire to spend more time with family. 这一决定使民主党重新获得参议院控制权的努力复杂化,因为目前共和党占53-47人的多数。 This decision complicates Democrats' efforts to regain Senate control, as Republicans currently hold a 53-47 majority. 明尼苏达州副州长佩吉·弗拉纳根(Peggy Flanagan) 也在考虑竞选史密斯的席位。 Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is among those considering a run for Smith's seat.