Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) became the first Senate Democrat to announce his run for Democratic whip on Monday, bringing two new endorsements in his launch.

In an interview with the Washington Post, Schatz confirmed he would attempt to replace Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), who is stepping down next year after two decades in the position.

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