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Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader

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Source: The Seattle Times

Published November 13, 2026

Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland says he will run for Senate Majority Leader in the next Congress, setting up a challenge to Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer after the party swept to power in the midterm elections.

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