So says Politico’s Eamon Javers:
But even as political observers say Clinton’s campaign is sputtering to an end, Kennedy’s being diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor Tuesday could offer her the potential for a new political life. If Kennedy, who was released from Massachusetts General Hospital on Wednesday, is unable to continue his leadership role in the Senate, it would open up the one job other than commander in chief that she might consider: Democratic lion of the Senate.