Thad Cochran and Retirement Watch Fundraisers

Mississippi: As fundraising is a key indicator of electoral intentions, Thad Cochran's two big upcoming fundraisers, expected to bring in over half a million dollars, are a strong indication that he is leaning toward running for re-election. He joins Elizabeth Dole and Pete Domenici as Senators on Retirement Watch who have recently publicized their fundraising efforts to lessen rumors of retirement. We'll continue to keep our eyes out for word of fundraising efforts from John Warner, Ted Stevens, Chuck Hagel, Lamar Alexander, Jim Inhofe, and Larry Craig as we shape future editions of Retirement Watch.