'Petty politics': Republicans melt down over Democratic leader's disruptive move
1 month, 1 week ago

'Petty politics': Republicans melt down over Democratic leader's disruptive move

Raw Story  

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is causing Republicans to lash out with his latest move to disrupt the upcoming Senate orientation. Senator Marsha Blackburn also chimed in: "Senator Schumer is playing petty politics by moving to block Senator-elect Dave McCormick from orientation. It’s up to the VOTERS Pennsylvanians elected Republican Dave McCormick we should see him at senate orientation this week." Senator Eric Schmitt said, "Sen. Schumer is refusing to allow to participate is Senate orientation next week even though the race has been called."

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Democrats stick with Schumer as leader. Their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Democrats stick with Schumer as leader. Their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats reelected Chuck Schumer as party leader on Tuesday as the party moves into a deeply uncertain time, with no real consensus on a strategy as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office. While some have been more aggressive — Washington Sen. Patty Murray, a former chairwoman of the Senate Health, Labor, Education and Pensions Committee, said …

Chuck Schumer Reelected Senate Democratic Leader For The Fifth Time
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Chuck Schumer Reelected Senate Democratic Leader For The Fifth Time

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Sen. Chuck Schumer on Tuesday was unanimously reelected as the Senate Democratic leader for the fifth consecutive time. “Our caucus has led the way in passing historic legislation that has improved the lives of millions of Americans and we remain laser focused on addressing the most pressing challenges facing our country.” Senate Democrats also unanimously …

Senate Democrats stick with Chuck Schumer, who pledges to "secure bipartisan solutions" when able
3 weeks ago

Senate Democrats stick with Chuck Schumer, who pledges to "secure bipartisan solutions" when able

Salon  

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was unanimously chosen to lead his fellow Democrats in the next Congress, his colleagues electing him as head of their caucus for the fifth time since 2016. "I am honored and humbled to be chosen by my colleagues to continue leading Senate Democrats during this crucial period for our country," Schumer said in a statement …

Dems worry whether top Senate member has 'fire' to fight Trump: report
1 month, 1 week ago

Dems worry whether top Senate member has 'fire' to fight Trump: report

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump’s hope for smooth confirmation processes for judges and appointments in his new administration will come under fire by Senate Democrats who are “plotting extraordinary measures” to stop his agenda, but some are quietly expressing concerns that a top Democrat isn’t up for the job. According to new reporting in Axios, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other …

MAGA congresswoman turns on McConnell on Fox News: He's done 'more harm' than Schumer
1 month, 1 week ago

MAGA congresswoman turns on McConnell on Fox News: He's done 'more harm' than Schumer

Raw Story  

A MAGA congresswoman turned on a senior member of her party Monday night when asked on Fox News about the state of the race to become the next Senate majority leader. After fending off a challenge for her seat in November, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna joined "The Ingraham Angle" and was asked by host Laura Ingraham her thoughts on the …

US Election Results 2024: Republicans regain Senate control — who will succeed Chuck Schumer as leader?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US Election Results 2024: Republicans regain Senate control — who will succeed Chuck Schumer as leader?

Live Mint  

After a four-year gap, Republicans have regained control of the US Senate, setting the stage for a significant leadership shakeup as Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer prepares for a likely transition to minority leader. The GOP's strong showing in key Senate races has shifted the balance of power and raised pressing questions about who will step into the Senate majority leader …

GOP plots Pennsylvania onslaught as Democrats battle to keep ‘really difficult’ Senate seat
3 months, 2 weeks ago

GOP plots Pennsylvania onslaught as Democrats battle to keep ‘really difficult’ Senate seat

CNN  

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Schumer predicts Democrats will keep control of the Senate now that Harris is atop the party ticket
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Schumer predicts Democrats will keep control of the Senate now that Harris is atop the party ticket

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is predicting that Democrats will keep control of the Senate in the November election and he feels “exhilarated and gratified” by the surge of enthusiasm with Vice President Kamala Harris atop the party’s ticket. Schumer, who played a pivotal role in talking privately with President Joe Biden before the incumbent’s decision to end …

Chuck Schumer Dares Trump To Dump JD Vance Before It's Too Late
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Chuck Schumer Dares Trump To Dump JD Vance Before It's Too Late

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sen. Chuck Schumer thinks the clock may be ticking on Sen. JD Vance’s time as Donald Trump’s running mate. While appearing on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday, the Senate majority leader tried to imagine what Trump is thinking about his pick for his Republican vice president candidate and the growing list of strange scandals that have …

Senate won for Democrats, ‘It’s the year of Chuck Schumer’
2 years, 1 month ago

Senate won for Democrats, ‘It’s the year of Chuck Schumer’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was eating Peking duck at a Chinese restaurant with family and friends on Manhattan’s West side on Saturday evening when an aide called with urgent news: Democrats would win Nevada’s Senate seat and keep their majority. “Get things done, and focus on those things, and don’t get diverted.” Lastly, he said, voters rejected …

'In awe of the incompetence': Mitch McConnell bombarded after Democrats gain Senate majority
2 years, 1 month ago

'In awe of the incompetence': Mitch McConnell bombarded after Democrats gain Senate majority

Raw Story  

The Republican Party is in total turmoil after incumbent Democratic United States Senator Catherine Cortez Masto was reelected to a second term by Nevada voters late Saturday night. Thanks to Masto's win, Democrats will maintain their Senate majority in 2023, and they may pick up an additional seat if incumbent Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia defeats Trump-endorsed right-wing candidate Herschel …

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer reelected in New York
2 years, 1 month ago

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer reelected in New York

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer was elected to a fifth term Tuesday, easily defeating a Republican political commentator, but will have to wait to learn whether he’ll be able to keep his title as Senate majority leader. Kathy Hochul, awaiting news on her own campaign results, Schumer promised the crowd, “I will keep this fight up for as …

Schumer insists Democrats have path to keep Senate majority
2 years, 1 month ago

Schumer insists Democrats have path to keep Senate majority

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer predicted Thursday that Democrats will hold the U.S. Senate, propelled by strong voter turnout to buck a wave of Republican enthusiasm for gaining control of Congress in the midterm elections. “I believe Democrats will hold the Senate and maybe even pick up seats.” Campaigning in his home state of New York, Schumer’s upbeat …

Republicans in disarray after Manchin deal expands fissure between McCarthy and McConnell: report
2 years, 4 months ago

Republicans in disarray after Manchin deal expands fissure between McCarthy and McConnell: report

Raw Story  

The divide between the House and Senate GOP leaders appears to have expanded after Democratic Sens. "Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell had such a reputation for stopping Democratic legislation and keeping his conference together that he earned the nickname 'the grim reaper.' "The divide is most pronounced between McConnell and House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy, who has whipped his members …

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills
2 years, 11 months ago

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills

NPR  

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills Enlarge this image toggle caption Drew Angerer/Getty Images Drew Angerer/Getty Images Past attempts to advance voting rights legislation to the floor of the Senate have failed, but Senate Democrats believe they have found a way past a procedural hurdle to at least start debate on voting rights …

Moderate Democrats Flex Their Power In The Senate, Making Progressives Impatient
3 years, 6 months ago

Moderate Democrats Flex Their Power In The Senate, Making Progressives Impatient

NPR  

Moderate Democrats Flex Their Power In The Senate, Making Progressives Impatient Enlarge this image toggle caption Samuel Corum/Getty Images; Alex Wong/Getty Images Samuel Corum/Getty Images; Alex Wong/Getty Images Democrats who hoped that narrow control in Washington, D.C., would lead to a rush of votes to approve new progressive policies are facing a major roadblock — moderates in their own party. …

‘Shame on the Republican party’: GOP senators block Capitol riot commission
3 years, 6 months ago

‘Shame on the Republican party’: GOP senators block Capitol riot commission

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “How agonising it was to watch Officer Sicknick’s mom today, going door-to-door-to-door to ask …

Senate To Vote On Election Reform Next Month, Setting Up Another Filibuster Fight
3 years, 6 months ago

Senate To Vote On Election Reform Next Month, Setting Up Another Filibuster Fight

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Just after Senate Republicans filibustered plans for a commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer announced the chamber will take up another contentious matter next month: sweeping voting and elections reform. He called the bill “essential to defending our democracy, reducing the influence of dark money and powerful special …

McConnell leads GOP in attack on Dems' voting rights bill
3 years, 7 months ago

McConnell leads GOP in attack on Dems' voting rights bill

Daily Mail  

The powerful Republican and Democratic Senate leaders faced off in a rare and tense exchange at the Senate Rules Committee Tuesday as Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and fellow Republicans led an all-out assault on sweeping voting rights legislation. The early skirmish in the Senate comes as states including Georgia, Florida, Arizona and Texas are pushing new voting rules, spurred …

Chuck Schumer Turns Mitch McConnell’s ‘Scorched Earth’ Threat Back On Him
3 years, 9 months ago

Chuck Schumer Turns Mitch McConnell’s ‘Scorched Earth’ Threat Back On Him

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Thursday dismissed Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s threat to go “scorched earth” politics if Democrats abolish the filibuster. In an interview on “The Late Show,” host Stephen Colbert asked Schumer “what could possibly be more scorched earth than the way Mitch McConnell has just run roughshod for the past four to …

Democratic Party takes majority control of US Senate
3 years, 11 months ago

Democratic Party takes majority control of US Senate

Al Jazeera  

New majority leader Schumer promises to address the pandemic, economic recession, racial injustice and climate change. The Democratic Party took control of the United States Senate on Wednesday for the first time in six years after Kamala Harris was inaugurated vice president and two new Democratic senators from Georgia were sworn in. Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer became the Senate Majority …

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