Van Hollen Challenges Schumer for Senate Leadership

Sen. Chris Van Hollen is challenging Chuck Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, arguing that the party needs new leadership and a stronger response to voters’ demands. Rep. Ro Khanna endorsed Van Hollen, saying he would support ending U.S. funding for the Iran war, allow a vote on Medicare for All, and eliminate aid to Israel; Sen. Bernie Sanders and Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed also backed his bid. Van Hollen has called the Senate filibuster undemocratic and said he favors allowing legislation to pass by a simple majority, particularly to advance voting-rights protections; he has also ruled out running for president in 2028.