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Gillibrand praises Schumer, saying blue wave wasn’t ‘created by magic’ | CNN Politics

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November 10, 2026 • 12:00 PM
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Democratic Sen. Kristen Gillibrand praised Sen. Chuck Schumer’s role in the Democrats’ sweeping victory in the 2026 midterm elections, as some members of the caucus won’t pledge to back him as majority leader.

Gillibrand praises Schumer, saying blue wave wasn’t ‘created by magic’ | CNN Politics

Democratic Sen. Kristen Gillibrand praised Sen. Chuck Schumer’s role in the Democrats' sweeping victory in the 2026 midterm elections, as some members of the caucus won't pledge to back him as majority leader.

Democratic Sen. Kristen Gillibrand praised Sen. Chuck Schumer’s role in the Democrats' sweeping victory in the 2026 midterm elections, as some members of the caucus won't pledge to back him as majority leader.

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