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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|

#amyklobuchar #chuckschumer #corybooker

politics1 year ago•17 min saved

Trump's Strategic Cabinet Selections Shape His Presidential Agenda

Donald Trump has announced a series of controversial appointments for his second administration, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services, sparking backlash due to Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance. Senate Democrats and public health experts have criticized the choice, while some Republicans remain cautious. Additionally, Trump has nominated several loyalists to key positions, including Doug Burgum for Interior Secretary and Doug Collins for Veterans Affairs. Meanwhile, Democrats are grappling with their electoral losses and strategizing on how to reconnect with working-class voters, as discussed by Senator Sherrod Brown.

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|

#campaignads #chuckschumer #gopattacks