Chuck Schumer is an American politician serving as the Senate Majority Leader since January 2021. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate since 1999. Schumer is known for his leadership in legislative matters and his role in shaping national policy. Before his time in the Senate, Schumer served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1999. He has been involved in various issues, including healthcare, immigration, and economic policy, and is recognized for his ability to build coalitions and negotiate bipartisan agreements.