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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is facing a tidal wave of criticism over his decision not to block a GOP spending bill

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer 's decision not to block a GOP spending bill earlier this month unleashed a tidal wave of anger.

The New York senator is not out of the woods just yet.

How he handles a battle against a massive GOP plan to extend tax cuts for the wealthy and the need to recruit candidates for the 2026 midterms.

Democrats don't have many Senate pickup opportunities in 2026 .

The good news for the party is they’re likely to face a better political environment next year .

Schumer ’s approval numbers took a dip following his decision to surrender on the GOP spending bill.

Democrats are more interested in keeping the fire on Trump and other Republicans .