Politics
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen announced his bid Thursday, just days after Democrats clinched about 56 Senate seats including independents. He argued new leadership is needed to fight political corruption and deliver for working people, earning support from figures like Bernie Sanders and Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed who call for courageous direction. Schumer welcomed the discussion, touting his role in the victory and claiming the votes to stay on, while allies like Sens. Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto praised his experience. The secret-ballot vote comes in early December amid party debates on strategy like Medicare for All and curbing outside money.
Senator Chris Van Hollen@ChrisVanHollen
In this election, Americans called on us to unrig an economy rigged against working people & fueled by political corruption. To deliver, we need new leadership. This isn't about any one person – it’s about answering that call. That's why I’m running for Senate Majority Leader.
Chuck Schumer@SenSchumer
I welcome any discussion about the future of our caucus and the important work ahead. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together—55 seats and counting is an amazing result—and I have the votes to continue serving as Democratic Leader. I look forward to leading our new…
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed@AbdulElSayed
The American public spoke clearly last week. They rejected Trumpism. But we have yet to earn our mandate. That will require bold leadership. I called on Sen. @ChrisVanHollen to lead our caucus as a candidate back in April because he leads with courage and experience. We need…