Democratic split on US involvement in Iran spells more trouble for Schumer

Published June 18, 2025 10:48am ET



Burgeoning disagreements among Senate Democrats regarding the conflict between Israel and Iran have presented themselves as the latest challenge facing Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY). 

The New York lawmaker has experienced declining popularity in his own caucus amid myriad challenges this year following devastating results for Democrats, including in the Senate, during the 2024 elections.

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