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politics1 year ago•18 min saved

Klobuchar and Booker to Rise in Senate Democratic Leadership

Senate Democrats are expected to elevate Sen. Amy Klobuchar to the No. 3 leadership position, with Sen. Cory Booker taking the No. 4 spot, as part of a leadership reshuffle following Sen. Debbie Stabenow's retirement. The leadership elections are set for Tuesday, with no other contested positions. Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin are anticipated to retain their roles, and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is likely to lead the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.

via POLITICO|

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politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Democrats Struggle to Align on Transgender Issues Amid GOP Pressure

Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, expressed feeling unprepared for GOP attacks on transgender participation in women's sports, which were heavily featured in campaign ads. The GOP spent over $77 million on such ads, significantly impacting races in states like Ohio and Montana. In post-election meetings, Democrats discussed the effectiveness of their campaign strategies and the influence of economic issues like inflation. Despite the challenges, Democratic incumbents praised the support from their campaign arm and Schumer's fundraising efforts.

via Axios|

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