Van Hollen Challenges Schumer for Senate Democratic Leadership

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen announced a bid to challenge New York Sen. Chuck Schumer for the Senate Democratic leadership position, as Democrats assess their direction following the midterm elections. Van Hollen said the election showed voters wanted new leadership and economic changes for working people. Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders endorsed Van Hollen, saying voters had chosen change and wanted leaders willing to challenge billionaires and powerful interests. Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sa

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