Maryland Senator Van Hollen says "new leadership" is needed following the party's recent midterm successes.
A Democratic leadership tilt between a 70-something Chuck and a 60-something Chris hardly screams of the torch-passing moment many activists crave.
Van Hollen is known for his anti-war positions and championing progressive causes.
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The Maryland Democrat, who's the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee, just announced he's going to run for Majority Leader post. He spoke to NPR about his foreign aid vision.
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Chris Van Hollen announced he’s taking on fellow Democrat Chuck Schumer for the role of Senate majority leader and has voiced interest in a 2028 presidential run. CNN explains where Senator Van Hollen stands on international affairs.
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Van Hollen's entry into the race follows Democratic sweeps in elections and challenges veteran leader Schumer.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen announced Thursday he would challenge Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader, launching an uphill battle to lead the chamber’s Democrats after sweeping victories in the midterms.
Van Hollen, a progressive from Maryland, said voters sent a clear message in the midterm elections — that they want "change from the status quo."
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Democratic U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen said on Thursday he would run to be the Senate majority leader, challenging Senator Chuck Schumer.
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Maryland Democrat challenges party leader after midterms sweep, saying: ‘The American people called for change’