Democratic Tensions Escalate Over Schumer's Support for GOP Spending Bill

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer defends his leadership as criticism mounts from Democrats and speculation grows about a potential primary challenge.

Senator Chuck Schumer faces backlash from Democrats after supporting a GOP-backed spending bill to avert a government shutdown.
Republican Senator John Kennedy mocked Schumer's unpopularity among Democrats, likening it to 'chlamydia' during a Fox News interview.
Reports suggest some Democrats are encouraging Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to challenge Schumer in a 2028 primary, though this remains speculative.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has publicly supported Schumer, while former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized his decision.
Schumer has defended his leadership, citing his success in securing Senate seats for Democrats, and shows no signs of stepping down.