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Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) announced her retirement on May 29, 2026, just days after denying rumors about leaving Congress. At 83, she has represented Florida’s 24th Congressional District since 2011 and is known for her flamboyant style and criticism of President Trump. Wilson cited the future of her mentorship program, the 5000 Role Models, as a reason to stay longer in office, but ultimately deemed it time to step aside. Despite previously dismissing retirement reports as a "crazy rumor," Wilson stated she wanted to be politically strategic about her announcement. Her prolonged absence from Congress raised health concerns, and she returned to vote on May 21 after missing over 40 votes. Wilson had a notable clash with Trump regarding the death of Army Sgt. #Retirement #PoliticalStrategy #FloridaPolitics #Mentorship #Congress https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dem-rep-frederica-wilson-announces-retirement-days-after-denying-crazy-rumor-she-would-leave-congress