Schumer Claims Generational Shift After Senate Win
Democrats hold 54 seats in the Senate following midterm gains in red states, though two races remain undecided.
By Ethan Cook ·
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer described the midterm election results as a generational remake of the Senate map. Speaking to reporters outside the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, the New York Democrat said voters entrusted the party with a majority to execute their will.
He cautioned that this mandate does not allow Democrats to act without constraint. The party secured major victories in states President Trump has previously won, including Iowa, Ohio, South Carolina, and Texas. A historic win in Kansas marked the first time the state sent a Democrat to the Senate in 94 years.
Schumer credited the success to candidates who tailored their messages to specific state needs. Democrats currently hold a 54-seat majority, counting the two independent senators who caucus with the party. The results in Alaska and Mississippi have not yet been called.
The incoming Majority Leader outlined a legislative agenda focused on lowering the cost of living and ending the Iran war. He also pledged to launch investigations into the White House to address corruption allegations. Schumer stated that the era of a compliant Senate under President Trump has ended.
President Trump has indicated he may veto Democratic priorities but has shown some willingness to negotiate. Schumer said the party will work to drive costs down with or without presidential cooperation. He acknowledged voter skepticism but vowed that relief is imminent.
