Rep. Kelly Congratulates Senator Durbin on Retirement, Successful Career

April 23, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) released the following statement after U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) announced his retirement: “I’d like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Senator Dick Durbin on his career in public service. For nearly three decades, Senator Durbin has fought for everyday Americans, from introducing the DREAM Act to bringing historic infrastructure funding to the state of Illinois. He led the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, who shattered racial barriers as the first Black woman to sit on the high court. “Senator Durbin may be leaving Congress, but his legacy will reverberate throughout Illinois and the country. A public servant at heart, his leadership, character and commitment to the people of Illinois will remain steadfast even after his days in office. I wish my friend Senator Durbin, his wife Loretta and his family all the best.”