‘We must deliver’: jubilant Democrats gather in Denver to chart way forward
Summary
Democrats gathered in Denver after major gains in the 2026 midterm elections to discuss their agenda before taking control of Congress in January. Speakers emphasized lowering living costs, while party members debated whether to prioritize economic legislation, investigations, or both and faced a challenge to Senate leadership.Key Facts
- Thousands of Democratic lawmakers, organizers, strategists, and others attended a three-day conference in Denver.
- Democrats won majorities in both chambers of Congress and expanded their control of governorships and state legislatures in the 2026 midterm elections.
- James Talarico, Texas’s senator-elect, called for immediate action on affordability.
- Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats should work to reduce the costs of groceries, gas, and housing.
- Iowa governor-elect Rob Sand urged Democrats to prioritize tangible economic relief over further investigations.
- Representative Jamie Raskin said lawmakers could pursue investigations and pass legislation.
- Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen challenged longtime Democratic leader Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader.
- Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin said she would not vote for Schumer.
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