Senator Stabenow Statement on Selection as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) released a statement following her selection to replace Senator Schumer as Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy and Communications Committee:

"I am honored to be selected as the new Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy and Communications Committee.  Our Caucus is unified and committed to fighting for middle class families every day in an economy where too many people feel that they have been left behind.  This is an important leadership role that will continue to give Michigan families a strong voice at the table as we work to ensure that every family has a fair shot to get ahead.  I look forward to serving with my colleagues and our new Leader Senator Schumer in this new position."

Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) was selected to replace Stabenow as the Vice Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee.