Schiff Receives ‘Serious’ About Senate Run ‘I’m Getting A Lot of Encouragement’

Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), stated that he is giving “serious” You may be considered for a run in the Senate.

Such an endeavor could raise Schiff’s profile even higher after the congressman established himself as a leading Trump foe on the national stage while serving as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, impeachment manager, and member of the January 6 Committee.

In a recent interview, “The Issue Is,” A program that airs FOX 11 Los Angeles. Schiff stated that he is receiving positive feedback about a possible Senate campaign. However, he stressed that the key factor will be whether Senator Dianne Feinstein (D–CA) seeks another term.

“I am getting a lot of encouragement to run for the Senate from people in California and colleagues here in Congress,” Schiff stated this in an interview that aired on Friday. “If Sen. Feinstein retires, then I will give it very serious consideration.”

He said: “It’s a great responsibility, and in terms of continuing the work I’ve been doing to protect our democracy and fight for an economy that works for everyone, that would also give me a chance to try to meet those objectives for all Californians. But, you know, at this point, I think we’re waiting to see what Sen. Feinstein has to say about her plans, but, yes, it is something I’m giving serious consideration to.”

“Yes, it is something I am giving serious consideration to…”@RepAdamSchiff There are talks of a possible Senate run for 2024.

He claims he is receiving encouragement from Congress and CA people to run, but he is still waiting to see what happens. @SenFeinstein does.@Elex_Michaelson Hosts @TheIssueIsShow pic.twitter.com/3UsDispJ0f

— The Issue Is (@TheIssueIsShow) December 24, 2022

Despite recent concerns about her mental fitnessFeinstein, 89, stated that she “absolutely” The senator intends to serve out her current term. The senator stated to The Los Angeles Times that she would make a decision whether or not to run again. “probably by spring.”

This year, it was earlier. The Washington Post reported Schiff, who is a representative of Los Angeles County in California, was looking into a bid for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D–CA) to become the leader of the Democratic caucus of the lower chamber.

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D–NY) has continued to represent the party since that time. emerged as Pelosi’s expected successor Next year, the Republicans will take control of the House. Schiff is in danger of being expelled. kicked off the intelligence panel Kevin McCarthy, Republican-California) will speak if the Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R.CA) makes accusations against Schiff “lied to the American public time and again.”

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