Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri has accused Democratic leaders of having their party overtaken by extreme elements, including the teachers’ union boss and a ‘Communist in New York’. The senator claims these figures are steering the party’s policies in increasingly radical directions, according to his remarks during a recent address. Schmitt’s comments come amid escalating tensions within the Democratic Party, which has seen growing divisions over policy priorities and ideological alignment.
These allegations are part of a broader conservative critique of the Democratic Party’s direction. Schmitt’s remarks are seen as an effort to galvanize support for his own political agenda while positioning himself as a defender of traditional Democratic values. The senator has consistently criticized what he perceives as the increasing influence of radical groups within the party, accusing them of prioritizing political gains over the public good.