Cortez Masto Named DSCC Chair

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., will lead the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.

She was named chair of the committee on Thursday, according to Politico. She will be the first Latina to head the committee.

“Catherine Cortez Masto was our first choice for DSCC Chairwoman because she has demonstrated the attributes we want in a leader: she breaks glass ceilings, is hardworking, astute politically, an outstanding fundraiser and respected by every member of our caucus," Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. said.

Roll Call noted she will succeed Sen. Chris Van Holland of Maryland. Cortez Masto is only the second woman to hold the post.

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