Rep. Earl Blumenauer on retirement, accomplishments and the presidential election

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Congressman Earl Blumenauer is a lifelong resident of Portland. He's served for decades as the representative for Oregon's deep-blue 3rd district. In October 2023, he announced he planned to retire at the end of his term.

Rep. Blumenauer returned to Eye on Northwest Politics to discuss his legacy, the presidential election and more.

On why he is choosing to leave Congress now, after more than 50 years in politics, Blumenauer said it's simply time for him to move on...