Chris Van Hollen

Gavin Newsom urges Democrats to embrace socialist candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America, rejecting claims they threaten the party. He advocates for a 'big tent' approach to attract voters, echoing similar sentiments from other Democrats like Chris Van Hollen and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez following socialist primary wins.

Maryland's congressional delegation emphasized the need for affordable housing after President Donald Trump canceled a signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill. Lawmakers, including Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Reps. Kweisi Mfume and Andy Harris, called for the bill's immediate enactment, which Trump refused to sign until Congress passes his proposed SAVE AMERICA ACT.

President Donald Trump’s renovations in Washington, DC, including the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, have sparked debate over their cost to taxpayers, with some criticizing the projects as excessive and others defending them as necessary maintenance. The Trump administration has undertaken numerous construction projects, potentially costing over $1 billion, with critics alleging favoritism toward contractors and defenders citing long-neglected repairs.

Chris Van Hollen endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate primary, intensifying a battle over the party’s direction in a key 2026 race. The endorsement marks a departure from Democratic leadership by a progressive senator.

A Wayne County family is urgently seeking a living kidney donor for Ed Nyberg, who has Stage 5 kidney failure. Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, and Michigan cities received $3.5 million in brownfield grants. The Detroit Pistons acquired a 2026 NBA draft pick from the Knicks.

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, opposing party leadership. The race splits Democrats between El-Sayed, Rep. Haley Stevens, and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, with El-Sayed positioned as a progressive candidate advocating Medicare for All and halting U.S. weapons transfers to Israel.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, opposing party leadership’s support for other candidates. The race highlights a Democratic ideological split between progressive El-Sayed and moderate Haley Stevens, with the Senate majority at stake.

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen is endorsing Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate primary. This move represents a departure from Democratic leadership's stance on the race.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, diverging from party leadership. The race has split Democrats along ideological lines, with Chuck Schumer supporting Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow backed by other senators. El-Sayed, a progressive candidate, faces competition in a key 2026 Senate race.

Adrian Boafo won Maryland’s 5th District Democratic primary with $11 million in support from pro-Israel and crypto groups, securing Hoyer’s preferred successor. The race highlighted intraparty divisions over outside spending, with rivals and Sen. Chris Van Hollen criticizing the influence of interest groups.

The memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran has triggered mixed reactions in the US Congress, with some lawmakers criticizing provisions that could support Iran's reconstruction efforts while others defend the agreement as a path to avoiding further conflict. Lawmakers like John Hickenlooper, Chris Van Hollen, and Elizabeth Warren expressed criticism, while Rand Paul supported the approach.

The Democratic Party's foreign-policy establishment, which formed a shadow cabinet during President Trump's term to counter his approach, now faces internal criticism as some members question the credibility of senior figures who shaped Biden's policies. Recent events, including the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Gaza conflict, have eroded confidence in traditional Democratic foreign policy, with some lawmakers advocating for a new generation of policymakers.

Graham Platner faces allegations about a Nazi-themed tattoo and violent behavior, which he denies as 'politically motivated.' Senate Democrats, including Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders, have avoided commenting on the report, while others like Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Lujan expressed cautious support or called for transparency.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen criticized AIPAC and crypto groups for spending millions to support Adrian Boafo in the race to replace Rep. Steny Hoyer. He accused the groups of trying to 'buy this congressional seat' and called for transparency in candidates' communications with such entities. Boafo, endorsed by Hoyer and others, faces scrutiny over undisclosed ties to pro-Israel and crypto interests.

A Senate Appropriations Committee hearing was disrupted by a heated exchange between Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin over allegations of a 'pattern' of abuse in immigration enforcement. Van Hollen cited recent DHS-involved shootings and pressed for evidence sharing with state authorities, while Mullin denied a pattern exists. Sen. Chris Murphy also criticized DHS spending and compliance with court orders.

A Senate Appropriations Committee hearing was disrupted by a heated exchange between Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin over allegations of a 'pattern' of abuse in DHS immigration enforcement. Van Hollen cited recent DHS-involved shootings and demanded evidence sharing with Minnesota authorities, while Mullin denied a pattern exists, arguing three incidents out of 1900 daily are not significant. Sen. Chris Murphy also criticized DHS spending and court violations.

The US Senate Homeland Security panel criticized Secretary Markwayne Mullin's plan to suspend customs processing at airports in cities deemed non-cooperative with federal immigration enforcement. Mullin defended the proposal, while Democratic senators argued it would cause legal and economic chaos. The discussion occurred during a hearing where Mullin also addressed immigration tactics and court order compliance.

The US Senate panel criticized the Department of Homeland Security's plan to suspend customs processing at airports in cities deemed non-cooperative with federal immigration enforcement. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin defended the plan, while Democratic senators argued it would cause legal and economic chaos.

Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins postponed committee action on government funding bills as Democrats prepare amendments targeting the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' which has drawn opposition from congressional Republicans. The delay follows discussions about blocking Trump administration policies and disagreements over funding levels for agencies including the Justice Department and FBI.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism about potential nuclear talks with Iran, despite a fragile ceasefire and congressional skepticism. He noted Iran's willingness to negotiate aspects of its nuclear program previously rejected but acknowledged no guarantees of a successful outcome. Democrats criticized Trump administration policies on Iran, with Sen. Chris Van Hollen accusing the administration of recklessness in supporting Israeli military actions.

Senator Chris Van Hollen criticized State Secretary Marco Rubio during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing over the Trump administration's war in Iran and changes to foreign aid policies. Van Hollen denounced the administration's actions as a 'dumpster fire' and labeled the Iran war 'illegal.'

Marco Rubio testified that U.S. negotiators have observed Iran’s new supreme leader engaging in talks, despite no public appearances. He also stated that a U.S. arms deal to Taiwan is not delayed by China, and Senate Republicans discussed a paused settlement fund. Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen criticized Trump’s foreign policy and questioned Rubio’s claims of a link between Cuba and Hamas.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to provide an official cost estimate for the Iran war, citing discrepancies between administration projections and independent analyses. The senators emphasized the need for transparency and accurate information to inform legislative oversight.

Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to estimate the 'true costs' of the Iran war, citing discrepancies between administration figures and independent projections. They emphasized the need for transparency and comprehensive legislative oversight.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) criticized the Democratic Party's approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict, stating that both Democratic and Republican strategies have failed. He argued that the party must acknowledge this failure and reconsider its stance.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen criticized DNC Chair Ken Martin for delaying the release of the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential election autopsy report, calling the document 'incredibly shoddy and incomplete.' Van Hollen expressed his concerns during an interview with Fox News Sunday host Shannon Bream.

The May 24, 2026 episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' includes discussions with Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) on economic policies.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, was interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on May 24, 2026. The transcript details his participation in the discussion.

The transcript of an interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, aired on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on May 24, 2026. The content does not include specific discussion topics or statements from the interview.

Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen criticized the Justice Department's anti-weaponization fund as a 'political slush fund' during an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' calling it 'corrupt from the start' and urging Republicans to support its elimination.

A federal judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the DOJ's prosecution was 'vindictive and selective' under the Fifth Amendment. The DOJ vowed to appeal, calling the decision 'wrong and dangerous,' while a senator praised the ruling as a victory for constitutional rights.

A federal judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the DOJ's prosecution was 'vindictive and selective' in violation of the Fifth Amendment. The DOJ announced plans to appeal, while the case involved alleged ties to MS-13, a 2022 traffic stop, and a constitutional dispute over Garcia's deportation to El Salvador.

Democratic Senators Tammy Baldwin, Bernie Sanders, and Chris Van Hollen have sent a joint letter to the Department of Homeland Security condemning the arrest and detention of Salah Sarsour, president of Milwaukee’s Islamic Society, since late March. They argue he was targeted for criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza, faces inadequate medical care for his diabetes, and lacks religious accommodations in detention.

Senate Republicans are criticizing Trump's nearly $1.8 billion DOJ 'anti-weaponization' fund created through a settlement with the IRS, expressing concerns that Capitol Hill rioters and others could potentially access taxpayer dollars. The fund is complicating efforts to pass a multibillion-dollar immigration funding package and a separate request for ballroom security funding. GOP lawmakers are questioning the fund's legitimacy and calling for congressional oversight.

Senate Republicans prepare to advance an immigration enforcement funding bill amid growing tensions with President Trump, as Democrats plan a procedural vote-a-rama to highlight GOP divisions and target controversial Trump priorities including a $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund. The tensions follow Trump's successful primary challenges against Republican senators Bill Cassidy and John Cornyn, and GOP frustration over the White House's handling of reconciliation legislation.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche accused Senator Chris Van Hollen of lying during a hearing about the Justice Department's fiscal year 2027 budget. The exchange involved a discussion about a fund for victims of 'lawfare' and a Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by President Donald Trump. Van Hollen raised concerns that the money would go to individuals indicted for their involvement in the Capitol riots.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche accused Senator Chris Van Hollen of lying during a hearing about the Justice Department's fiscal year 2027 budget and the Anti-Weaponization Fund. The fund has been criticized as a 'slush fund' for Trump's allies, particularly those involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots. Van Hollen raised concerns that the money would go to individuals indicted and charged for their involvement in the riots.

Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche engaged in a heated exchange during a Senate hearing over the creation of the anti-weaponization fund and the Jeffrey Epstein files. The fund has a budget of $1.7 billion. The discussion turned tense as Van Hollen questioned Blanche about the details.

The FBI has requested $7 million for a digital watermarking solution to track leaks and monitor its own employees, embedding unique forensic markers in documents to identify sources of unauthorized disclosures. The budget request also describes a User Activity Monitoring (UAM) program requesting $11.4 million to shift from reactive leak detection to proactive insider risk identification. These surveillance programs were revealed in the FY 2027 FBI Budget Request to Congress and acknowledged publicly under a section titled 'Transparency of Government and Promoting Public Trust.'

Senator Chris Van Hollen expressed uncertainty about FBI Director Kash Patel taking an alcohol use test after a heated hearing. The senator had pressed Patel on his drinking during the hearing. The outcome of the test is still unclear.