Schumer Re-Elected as Senate Democratic Leader by Unanimous Vote, Even as Party Loses Control of Upper Chamber – One America News Network
OAN Staff James Meyers
2:52 PM – Wednesday, December 4, 2024
On Tuesday, Senator Chuck Schumer was unanimously re-elected to continue as the Senate leader for another two-year term, despite the Democrats officially losing control of the chamber in January.
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During an internal party meeting, Senate Democrats primarily retained their existing leadership, with Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) promoted to chair the Steering and Policy Committee, taking over from the retiring Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) in the No. 3 position.
“It is a privilege and a deep honor to be chosen by my colleagues to lead Senate Democrats during this critical juncture for our nation,” Schumer (D-NY) expressed in a statement.
“As I have always stated, we strive to achieve bipartisan solutions whenever feasible and seek opportunities for collaboration with our Republican partners to assist working families,” he added. “However, our Republican counterparts should be clear; we will steadfastly uphold our values.”
Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) will assume the role of chair for the newly established Strategic Communications Committee.
The following Democrats will retain their positions: Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) as incoming minority whip; Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) as vice chairs of the conference; Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) as outreach chair; Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) as vice chair of outreach; Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) as conference secretary; and Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) as deputy conference secretaries.
This leadership reshuffle comes after the Democrats faced significant setbacks in the wake of the 2024 election cycle, losing control of the White House, Senate, and House.
“Our caucus has been pivotal in passing landmark legislation that has enhanced the lives of millions of Americans, and we remain focused on tackling the urgent issues confronting our nation,” Schumer remarked on his party’s achievements.
“We have a monumental task ahead — both in the Senate and across the country — and in the upcoming Congress, we will continue to advocate for the interests of America’s working class.”
As it stands, the next Senate will consist of 53 Republican seats and 47 that are held by Democrats or Independents.
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