Democrats call for Schumer to step down over support

Senate Democrats are expressing strong discontent with Chuck Schumer after he supported a spending bill with Republicans, which many viewed as a betrayal. This decision has led to calls for Schumer to step down or face a primary challenge. The Senate voted to advance a stopgap spending bill, preventing a government shutdown. However, Schumer's unexpected support for the bill angered many Democrats, including prominent figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jon Ossoff. Democratic activists are particularly frustrated, feeling that Schumer's approach was weak. They want stronger resistance against Republicans, indicating a shift in expectations for party leadership during a challenging political climate.