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Another House Democrat piles on embattled Chuck Schumer

Last updated: March 18, 2025 10:37 pm
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Democratic Discontent: Calls for New Leadership Amid Frustration with Chuck Schumer

As frustrations simmer among Democrats, another member of Congress has joined the chorus suggesting that it may be time for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to step aside. Rep. Glenn Ivey, representing a reliably blue district in Maryland just outside of Washington, voiced his concerns during a town hall meeting on Tuesday, aligning himself with constituents who are disenchanted with President Donald Trump’s budget cuts and Schumer’s decision to facilitate a vote on a Republican spending proposal.

“I have great respect for Chuck Schumer and acknowledge his extensive career,” Ivey addressed the crowd, which included many federal workers feeling the brunt of governmental austerity measures. “However, it may be time for Senate Democrats to consider new leadership.”

This sentiment reflects a growing rift within the party regarding strategies to combat the drastic fiscal reductions being implemented by Trump and the seemingly relentless push from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. Recently, Democratic leaders and the public have expressed outrage over Schumer’s choice to avert a government shutdown by supporting a Republican plan that would further enable Trump to enact cuts.

Like nearly all of his Democratic counterparts in the House, Ivey opposed the spending plan — a unified stance orchestrated by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, which unfortunately did not carry through in the Senate. “I believe Hakeem Jeffries will continue to unite the House Democratic Caucus. He has repeatedly succeeded in doing so on critical legislation,” Ivey remarked. “If we can ensure the right leadership in the Senate, we can effectively align with House Democrats and exert meaningful influence.”

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As a lawyer and a prominent figure in Prince George’s County politics, Ivey faced a turbulent reception at the town hall, with attendees vocally demanding decisive action against Trump and Musk. “Answer the question!” shouted one individual from the crowded balcony, pressing Ivey on the matter of reinstating federal workers who had lost their jobs. Others jeered, “What are you doing now!?” as Ivey spoke of potential court challenges and the importance of gearing up for the midterm elections in 2026.

Ivey’s critique of Schumer follows a string of recent difficulties for the minority leader, who has faced backlash even from loyal supporters. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested on Tuesday that Schumer had compromised his leverage by agreeing to the vote, despite her continued support.

A spokesperson for Schumer did not respond immediately to Ivey’s comments. However, the minority leader, who recently canceled a promotional tour for his book “Antisemitism in America: A Warning” amidst organized protests, appears unfazed by the criticism. In an interview with MSNBC, Schumer described the Republican spending bill as a “terrible, terrible bill,” yet argued that a government shutdown would have been even more detrimental.

“I anticipated backlash with this decision,” Schumer stated. “I’m a savvy politician; I can gauge public sentiment.” He emphasized the potential catastrophic effects of a government shutdown, asserting, “I couldn’t tolerate it. I couldn’t live with it.”

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