Summary
Chuck Schumer is working to get top Democrats to run for the Senate in 2026. He wants to prevent more Supreme Court justices appointed by President Trump if Republicans keep control. Schumer aims to flip at least four Senate seats currently held by Republicans to give Democrats a majority.
Key Facts
- Chuck Schumer wants Democrats to win more Senate seats in 2026.
- Schumer got his preferred candidates to run in North Carolina, Maine, Ohio, and Alaska.
- Democrats need to win four Republican-held seats and protect a seat in Georgia.
- Schumer said the threat of Trump appointing two more Supreme Court justices motivated candidates.
- Schumer aims to block Republicans from taking a Senate seat in Michigan.
- There are possible impeachment discussions of top Trump officials by Democrats.
- Schumer said that if Democrats gain the majority, Trump will have to work with them.
- Schumer faces challenges within his party, like a primary contest in Maine.
