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Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader

Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader

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

The Latest: Efforts to impeach Pete Hegseth are blocked by House Republicans

The Latest: Efforts to impeach Pete Hegseth are blocked by House Republicans

The House has turned aside a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his conduct in office and handling of the war against Iran, which some Republicans blame for sweeping election losses

Moderates and progressives both claim credit for 2026 Democratic wins

Moderates and progressives both claim credit for 2026 Democratic wins

Progressives and moderates are competing to claim credit for the congressional majorities and arguing over who should shape the party's agenda.

The Latest: White House claims 'criminality' in Democratic oversight

The Latest: White House claims 'criminality' in Democratic oversight

The White House is warning Democrats against what it calls “blatant criminality” as they prepare to investigate the administration of President Donald Trump

US House Democratic Leader Jeffries wants 'dramatic change' in Middle East

US House Democratic Leader Jeffries wants 'dramatic change' in Middle East

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Nov 12 (Reuters) - US House of Representatives Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries called on Thursday for "dramatic change" in the Middle East and reiterated his support for a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians.

Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying voters ‘called for change’

Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying voters ‘called for change’

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

Republicans leave closed-door meeting without a decision on reelecting John Thune as leader

Republicans leave closed-door meeting without a decision on reelecting John Thune as leader

An initial meeting of Senate Republicans over whether to keep Sen. John Thune as their leader has broken up without any resolution

John Thune seeks another term as Senate Republican leader as the party reckons with election losses

John Thune seeks another term as Senate Republican leader as the party reckons with election losses

Senate Republicans will be meeting for what they call a “robust conversation” on their future and to decide whether to keep South Dakota Sen. John Thune as their leader

Bernie Sanders won't support Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying it's time for change

Bernie Sanders won't support Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying it's time for change

Sen. Bernie Sanders says he won't be supporting Sen. Chuck Schumer as the Democratic majority leader in the new Congress

Republicans leave closed-door meeting without a decision on whether to reelect John Thune as leader

Republicans leave closed-door meeting without a decision on whether to reelect John Thune as leader

An initial meeting of Senate Republicans over whether to keep Sen. John Thune as their leader has broken up without any resolution

Senate Republicans resume meeting as they decide whether to reelect John Thune as leader

Senate Republicans resume meeting as they decide whether to reelect John Thune as leader

Senate Republicans are meeting for a second time Tuesday as they decide whether to delay elections for Republican leadership

Dreams, desks and selfies: Newly elected members of Congress learn their way around

Dreams, desks and selfies: Newly elected members of Congress learn their way around

More than 100 newly elected members of Congress are arriving in Washington this week for the start of freshmen orientation