In early 2000s, there were fewer than 60 members of Congress over age 65. Now there are nearly 160.

Such a striking graphic in the WaPo. In early 2000s, there were fewer than 60 members of Congress over age 65. Now there are nearly 160. pic.twitter.com/0bDXy7K6te

— Alec MacGillis (@AlecMacGillis) September 18, 2025