Senator Chris Van Hollen announced his intention to seek the Senate Majority Leader position in the upcoming Congress, positioning himself as a contender for the role currently held by Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer. His decision follows the Democrats’ recent sweep of power in the midterm elections. The move signals an internal leadership contest within the party as it prepares for the next legislative session.
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland said Thursday that 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.
