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politics9 hours ago

Democrats defend seated stance at SOTU as Trump pushes surveillance renewal

Schumer defended Democrats who remained seated during Trump’s State of the Union, arguing the government’s first duty is protecting Americans. Meanwhile, Trump urged a straight, 18‑month extension of the Section 702 surveillance program despite House opposition. The scene was complemented by Casey Means’s Senate hearing on vaccines and autism questions, ongoing scrutiny of Rep. Tony Gonzales’s sexual‑harassment allegations, and a recap of Trump’s post‑SOTU policy agenda on elections, drug pricing, stock trading by lawmakers, and housing.

via Politico|
#gonzales#politics#schumer
politics7 days ago

Gateway tunnel funds flow again, enabling NYC-NJ rail work

The Trump administration released the remaining funds owed to the Gateway rail tunnel project between New York and New Jersey, plus extra reimbursements, following a federal judge’s order to resume funding. The disbursement brings total Gateway payments to about $235 million across three installments, with construction set to resume next week for the roughly $16 billion project. New York Gov. Hochul and Senate Democratic leaders hailed the move as a win for commuters and workers, while former President Trump had previously claimed the project was terminated; an appeal to the 2nd Circuit is expected. The White House and DOT did not immediately comment.

via Politico|
#funding#gateway-rail-tunnel#hochul
Trump ties Gateway tunnel funding to renaming Penn Station and Dulles after him
politics20 days ago

Trump ties Gateway tunnel funding to renaming Penn Station and Dulles after him

Trump offered to unfreeze more than $16 billion for the Gateway tunnel if Chuck Schumer agreed to rename Penn Station and Washington’s Dulles International Airport after him; Schumer rejected the demand, saying he could not deliver such a renaming. The funding remains blocked, New York and New Jersey are suing the administration over the freeze, and congressional renaming efforts have little momentum.

via cnn.com|
#dulles-international-airport#gateway#penn-station
politics27 days ago

Klobuchar’s Minnesota bid sparks talk of a Democratic Senate leadership shakeup

Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s formal bid to run Minnesota governor triggers discussion of a potential Democratic Senate leadership shakeup, with her seen as a possible successor to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer amid Durbin’s retirement from the No. 2 spot; the live updates also cover Clinton contempt votes, the Republican Study Committee’s push for a second party-line megabill, and ongoing DHS funding talks that could avert or trigger a partial government shutdown.

via Politico|
#durbin#klobuchar#minnesota
Democrats oppose advancing DHS funding after Minneapolis shooting, Schumer says
politics1 month ago

Democrats oppose advancing DHS funding after Minneapolis shooting, Schumer says

Democrats led by Senate Minority Leader Schumer say they will not vote to advance a Department of Homeland Security funding bill after a Minneapolis shooting tied to immigration enforcement, arguing the package is inadequate on ICE reforms; with several Democrats opposed, the Republican plan would need eight votes, risking a partial government shutdown if the measure stalls.

via CBS News|
#dhs-funding#government-shutdown#ice
Democrats map a slim route to Senate control in 2026
politics1 month ago

Democrats map a slim route to Senate control in 2026

Democrats say they have a plausible but narrow path to a Senate majority in 2026, contingent on competitive battleground races, turnout dynamics, and disciplined messaging. With leaders like Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer signaling guarded optimism, the party is plotting targeted campaigns in key states where a few seat flips could tilt control, making the outcome highly sensitive to political currents and voter mobilization.

via AP News|
#democrats#elections#majority
Schumer Unveils a Bold 2026 Senate Strategy Centered on Red-State Upsets
politics1 month ago

Schumer Unveils a Bold 2026 Senate Strategy Centered on Red-State Upsets

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says Democrats have a credible path to retake the Senate in 2026 by flipping Alaska, Maine, North Carolina and Ohio while defending current seats, thanks to strong recruitment and rising voter anger over costs; he warns of tough primaries and a well-funded GOP, likens the plan to 2006, and vows an economy-focused push (housing, childcare) as he notes the House will be the main battleground.

via The New York Times|
#2026#politics#recruitment
Schumer's Senate flip plan hinges on four battlegrounds
politics1 month ago

Schumer's Senate flip plan hinges on four battlegrounds

Schumer says Democrats must flip four GOP-held seats (NC, ME, OH, AK) and protect Georgia’s Ossoff to reclaim the Senate, using the prospect of two more Trump-appointed Supreme Court justices as leverage; he highlights recruiting wins (Cooper, Mills, Brown, Peltola) and advocates state-by-state strategies, while noting debates over impeachment and anti-ICE messaging.

via Axios|
#2026-elections#battleground-states#politics
politics1 month ago

Schumer bets on four battlegrounds to reclaim the Senate in 2026

Schumer, citing a DSCC memo, says Democrats have a real chance to flip the Senate in 2026 by targeting four must-win states—North Carolina, Maine, Ohio, and Alaska—with Iowa and Texas as possible additions, while emphasizing cost-of-living issues and candidate recruitment amid crowded primaries; Alaska gains Mary Peltola's entry, illustrating the ongoing dynamics, but the path remains challenging yet clearly outlined.

via Politico|
#alaska#dscc#north-carolina
Schumer Criticizes Trump’s Venezuela Actions Amid Global Tensions
world1 month ago

Schumer Criticizes Trump’s Venezuela Actions Amid Global Tensions

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump's military strike on Venezuela, calling it unlawful and a violation of U.S. law, expressing concern over the lack of congressional authorization and the potential for prolonged conflict, while questioning the effectiveness of U.S. efforts to fix Venezuela's oil infrastructure and criticizing the move away from Trump's campaign promises to avoid endless wars.

via ABC News|
#law#military-strike#schumer