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Division among US Democrats over Schumer’s leadership role
Seven newly elected Democratic senators have publicly refused to commit to backing Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader ahead of next month's leadership vote, even after Democrats scored a surprisingly strong midterm performance. Schumer, 75, insists he will be re-elected, but progressive groups like Indivisible are pushing for a contested leadership race, and allies such as Cory Booker are urging patience.