"Sen. Kyrsten Sinema Opts Out of Arizona Senate Reelection Bid"

Senator Kyrsten Sinema announced she will not seek reelection in Arizona, citing growing partisanship as a reason for her departure. Her decision opens up a pivotal swing-state Senate seat, likely leading to a two-way race between Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego and Republican Kari Lake. Sinema, who became an independent in 2022 but continued to caucus with Democrats, positioned herself as a moderate and often infuriated fellow Democrats with her bipartisan approach. Her retirement could impact the balance of power in the Senate.