Jon Stewart warns against ‘bulls–t system’ ruling Dem party, calls for Chuck Schumer to step down after midterm sweep

Jon Stewart has urged Democrats to replace Senate leader Chuck Schumer and discard the party’s seniority system, arguing that their midterm gains will count for little unless they change how they govern. He said Democrats should use their new congressional majority to address voters’ concerns rather than focus on impeaching political opponents.

Several newly elected Democratic senators have indicated they would not back Schumer when the new Congress convenes in January, including Adam Hamilton of Kansas, Troy Jackson of Maine, Julianna Stratton of Illinois, Abdul El-Sayed of Michigan and Peggy Flanagan of Minnesota. Schumer has said he expects to be re-elected as majority leader and that the party should focus on what Americans want. Stewart had previously questioned whether Schumer could deliver the economic changes voters need.