Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he would not reject an endorsement from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), but he is not actively pursuing one. In an interview described by multiple outlets, the Maryland Democrat says he is not “seeking” DSA support while also indicating he would consider endorsements from some DSA-related individuals as he weighs a presidential bid.
The outlets frame the comments as part of Van Hollen’s broader positioning within the Democratic Party. They note his refusal to rule out DSA at this stage, while also emphasizing that he is taking a cautious stance rather than seeking organizational backing. One account highlights his view that DSA has a “place” in the party, whereas others focus more on his statement that he is not looking to “sort of” examine and court specific endorsements. Across coverage, the common thread is that Van Hollen leaves the door open without endorsing an active effort to secure DSA endorsement.
