What’s Confirmed (Breaking News)
Rep. Jerry Nadler (D‑NY‑12) has officially announced his retirement and will not seek reelection in 2026 after serving in Congress since 1992 .
His Manhattan-based seat, one of the most influential in the country, is already drawing significant attention and high-profile interest—even from individuals with no prior elected experience The Daily Beast.
Chelsea Clinton has emerged in reports as someone “actively considering a run,” according to a source cited by The Daily Beast The Daily Beast.
What Chelsea Clinton Has Said (Her Own Words)
Despite the media buzz, Chelsea herself has repeatedly and clearly stated that she is not running for public office—and that remains true today, unless she explicitly indicates otherwise:
In a recent Variety interview, she said, “I am not running for public office.” CBS News.
She has downplayed such speculation for years, emphasizing she’s often “constantly surprised by the stories of me running for … Congress, Senate, city council, the presidency,” and “the answer has never changed” CBS NewsCNNThe Hill.
The same sentiment was expressed when rumors linked her to Republican Nita Lowey’s seat in 2019—she firmly said, “not right now, the answer’s no” CNNKRDO.
Summary Snapshot
Aspect Current Status
Nadler’s Seat (NY‑12) Open—Nadler retiring in 2026 Wikipedia+1
Media Reports Claim Chelsea Clinton is actively considering a run The Daily Beast
Chelsea Clinton’s Position Has publicly denied any intention to run, and that remains unchanged today CBS NewsCNNThe Hill
Bottom Line
While rumors swirl—and prominent outlets like The Daily Beast report that Chelsea Clinton is “actively considering” the seat—that claim contradicts her own public statements. As it stands, she has firmly stated she is not running for public office. Unless she makes an explicit announcement, reporters’ speculation remains just that—speculation.