WASHINGTON — Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., said Monday she has every intention of serving the remainder of her Senate term and is still deliberating whether to retire in 2024.
The latest comments from California's senior senator echo what she has previously said on the topic. But coming with just two years left on her term, they may finally close the door on any lingering speculation that she would step down earlier and allow Gov. Gavin Newsom to appoint a temporary replacement.
At 89, Feinstein is the oldest sitting senator, and in recent years, concerns have grown that she may no longer have the stamina and mental sharpness for the job.
