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Why Schumer and Jeffries Aren’t Going Anywhere

November 8, 2026 · 11:21 am ET · Leave a Comment

Talking PointsSome Democrats are already calling for new leadership in Congress, arguing that incoming Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and incoming House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries aren’t aggressive enough, progressive enough or particularly inspiring.

But these complaints largely misunderstand what congressional leaders actually do.

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