Mitch McConnell, the most tenured Senate leader in U.S. history, declared his intention Wednesday to relinquish his leadership role come November. McConnell, who celebrated his 82nd birthday last week, made this announcement from the Senate floor, reflecting on his journey from a newcomer in 1985 to a seasoned leader, the Associated Press reports. McConnell emphasized the importance of recognizing the right moment to transition to the next phase of life. “One of life’s most underappreciated talents is to know when it’s time to move on to life’s next chapter,” he said during his speech. This de…