Here's what we're discussing on Leid Stories today:

 

Rep. Brenda Lawrence, who represents Michigan's 14th Congressional District, announced Tuesday she'll be leaving at the end of her term.

She'll be the 25th House Democrat and 36th member of that body to quit, although 11 of them have intentions to run for the U.S. Senate or for governor in their states.

 

It's a sign that they may be out but not down; they're just switching focus.

 

Just the same, the exodus from the House will have significant impact. In what ways will that impact likely manifest itself?