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New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg Will Not Seek Re-election in 2014

New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election in 2014 – opening the door for Newark Mayor Cory Booker, Rep. Frank Pallone and others waiting in the wings to pursue the office.

New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election in 2014 – opening the door for Newark Mayor Cory Booker, Rep. Frank Pallone and others waiting in the wings to pursue the office.

His decision comes 56 days after Booker announced that he will explore a bid for the U.S. Senate seat.

Brian Peteritas is a GOVERNING contributor.