Rep. Cheri Bustos, a top Democrat in the House of Representatives, announced her retirement as age becomes a “toxic” issue for the party. Bustos, who is 60 years old, cited the increasing focus on age in politics and the need for fresh leadership as reasons for her decision to step down. This move reflects a growing concern within the Democratic Party about the impact of age on electability and the desire for younger, more progressive voices in leadership positions.
