Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley, 93, says he won't resign after Democrats win governor's race
The gist
A spokesperson said Republican Senator Chuck Grassley, 93, is not resigning and will finish his term.
If his seat fell vacant, Iowa's next governor would pick his successor.
How it unfolded
- late September 2026At a GOP dinner, Grassley said he doesn't plan on dying in office but doesn't want a Democrat governor choosing his successor.
- Sep 17, 2026Grassley celebrated his 93rd birthday.
- Nov 3, 2026On his weekly Iowa radio call, Grassley blamed social media for rising rudeness and "filthy talking" in Congress and society.