Chris Van Hollen Set to Challenge Chuck Schumer for Senate Majority Leader
Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland has emerged as a favorite of Democrats seeking an alternative to Senator Chuck Schumer, who says he has the votes to win. More
Senate
Subterms
Latest story
More stories
- in Elections
What Does 2026 Mean for the Map in 2028?
Mississippi and other states have created new uncertainty about what, exactly, a red state is. More
- in Elections
Hyde-Smith Blocked Colom’s Path to the Bench. Now He’s Replacing Her.
Ms. Hyde-Smith, a Republican, blocked Scott Colom from consideration for a U.S. District Court vacancy in Mississippi. Mr. Colom will take her Senate seat in January. More
- in Elections
Ballot Deadlines Pass in Mississippi Senate Race After Considerable Struggles
The tight race between Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith and her Democratic challenger, Scott Colom, has highlighted the difficulties that stringent elections laws present to voters. More
- in Elections
Bernie Sanders Opposes Schumer as Majority Leader
The progressive leader was among a few Democrats who signaled skepticism about Senator Chuck Schumer of New York, though his allies offered support and called for party unity. More
- in Elections
Jeffries and Schumer Face Blowback at Home as They Ascend in Washington
Even as Senator Chuck Schumer and Representative Hakeem Jeffries prepare to lead Congress, primary challenges scenarios in 2028 are already emerging in New York. More
- in Elections
Chuck Schumer Is on Track to Become Senate Majority Leader After Election Blowout
The Democratic leader still faces skeptics in his ranks and hostility from some activists, but aides say he has enough commitments of support to be elected majority leader. More
- in Elections
Trump’s D.C. Construction Blitz May Be About to Get Tougher
The president has bulldozed through obstacles as he has sought to remake the face of Washington. But newly empowered Democrats and angry judges are setting up a high-stakes showdown. More
- in Elections
In Tight Mississippi Senate Race, Votes Are Carefully Scrutinized
A phalanx of lawyers, observers and campaign officials are watching the counting of votes in the race for Senate, where a Democratic challenger has a slim lead. More
