Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland to challenge Chuck Schumer for 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

November 13, 2026Updated: November 13, 2026

By MARY CLARE JALONICK