# Van Hollen challenges Schumer as Democrats face first major post-midterm test

https://mins.news/en/item/142165

- The Guardian, 2026-11-13 11:09 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/nov/13/us-politics-latest-news-updates-democrats-republicans-donald-trump-van-hollen-chuck-schumer

> Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen is challenging Chuck Schumer for the Senate Democrats’ top leadership role, arguing that midterm results show Americans want fundamental change in Washington and that the party needs new leadership. Bernie Sanders and incoming senator Abdul El-Sayed have backed Van Hollen; Schumer says he welcomes debate and has the votes to win re-election.

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