Originally Posted by
JasonEvans
There is some speculation that the folks running for that lame duck term are looking to collect a Congressional pension and also perhaps angle themselves to challenge Nikema Williams in a couple years.
Conressman have the same pension arrangements as other federal employees in high-turnover positions. Members are not eligible for pensions until completing five years of service at age 62.
Sage Grouse
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