US Senator Chris Coons Announces Run for Re-election
Chris Coons has announced that he is running for re-election to the US Senate – by video. Coons, who is Delaware’s Senior Senator, has been in office since 2010 and serves on several committees – including Appropriations, Judiciary and Foreign Relations. Coons says he’s running for re-election because he fights every day for the people of Delaware and the job’s not done.
Coons will face a challenge from the winner of the Republican Primary on September 15th between Michael Katz and John Shulli.
Additional information from Senator Coons:
He is endorsed by Governor Matt Meyer, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester, Representative Sarah McBride, Attorney General Kathy Jennings, and other Delaware leaders.
“Working for the people of Delaware in the US Senate is an honor and I’m running for reelection because the job’s not done,” said Senator Chris Coons. “Together, we can build a better future and make Washington more like Delaware.”
“I’m proud to support my friend Chris Coons for reelection,” said Governor Matt Meyer. “He delivers for Delaware every day, securing millions to build new housing, fighting Trump’s attacks on our health care, and championing Delaware’s small businesses. From his time working in manufacturing to representing us in the Senate, Delaware is stronger because of Chris Coons.”
“I’ve seen Chris Coons in action and I’m so grateful to have him as a partner in the Senate,” said Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester. “Chris works every day to fight for our values and our future, ensuring every Delawarean has access to opportunity, security, and justice. I am proud to support him for reelection.”
“Chris has spent his career fighting for our state and standing up for what’s right,” said Rep. Sarah McBride. “He knows that every Delawarean deserves access to a good-paying job and quality, affordable health care. We need his voice and effective leadership in the Senate, and I’m thrilled to support his campaign.”
Chris was first elected to the Senate in 2010, and serves on the Appropriations, Judiciary, Foreign Relations, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Ethics committees.
He lives in Wilmington with his wife Annie, with whom he has three adult children.