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Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Need health insurance for next year? The open enrollment period to buy a 2021 health plan is open now. Find the option that fits you best at http://healthcare.gov." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Durbin Honors America's Veterans Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "To all our vets in Illinois & across America--thank you for your service to our country. I know Veterans Day celebrations look different this year, but our devotion during this pandemic to our vets is undiminished. A special salute to my big brothers, Bill & Bob USN-Korean War." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Udall, Heinrich, Democratic Senators Urge Armed Services Leaders To Retain Bipartisan, Bicameral Measure To Rename Military Bases And Other Assets Honoring The Confederacy Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Schakowsky Statement as Supreme Court Oral Arguments on the Affordable Care Act Case Begin Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to Pat Cipollone, White House Counsel - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Writes To WH Counsel And DOJ Over Concerns About President Trump's Adherence To The Presidential Records Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the Dept. of Justice - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Writes To WH Counsel And DOJ Over Concerns About President Trump's Adherence To The Presidential Records Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Simmons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - E&C Leaders Demand Trump FCC and FTC Stop Work on Controversial Items in Light of Election Results Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @USGSA Administrator Murphy needs to do her job & affirm the results of last week's election so that President-elect Biden's team can begin the transition process. For 60 years, the GSA has helped ensure a smooth transition of power. Now is not the time to delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "While Pres. Trump refuses to concede 2020 election, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans are still holding partisan hearings to relitigate the 2016 election. Even more absurd is the fact that the Committee hasn't had one oversight hearing on the Trump DOJ in the last two years." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "AG Barr is clearly attempting to fabricate a veneer of legitimacy for the baseless claims of voter fraud made by President Trump and his supporters. In doing so, he is once again sacrificing the reputation of the DOJ to serve the political interests of our lame-duck President." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Republican lawsuit to eliminate the Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court today. Protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions are at stake in this case. Health care coverage for millions is at stake. Lives are at stake." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "November is National Native American Heritage month, a time to honor the history & contributions of Native people in the US. But we cannot do so without committing to environmental justice for Native communities--who are disproportionally harmed by air & water pollution." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Re-Elected Senate Democratic Whip For 117th Congress Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I am honored to be re-elected as Whip of the Senate Dem Caucus. The Nov 3 election showed that our nation is divided & the challenges we face are great. But under the leadership of President-elect Biden & VP-elect Harris, we can, & must, come together to meet those challenges." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Durbin, Senators Call On DOJ To Stop Plans To Make Purdue Pharma A Public Benefit Corporation Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Calls On McConnell To Pass Meaningful COVID-19 Relief Legislation To Help Hard Hit Businesses Struggling During Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Good news for future generations: Biden's victory means that America is once again joining the world in the fight against climate change." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Reelection Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Durbin Statement On Biden-Harris Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's #COVID19 task force is solid. I have worked with many over the years. They are respected professionals, truth tellers, and real leaders. America can turn the corner on this pandemic if we pull together." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Today's #COVID19 vaccine development offers hope to a nation longing to put this pandemic behind it. But now we need to carefully follow established medical standards to prove safety & efficacy so that America trusts the process & the product." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans--the 2021 Affordable Care Act open enrollment period is here. If you need a health insurance plan for next year, now is the time to sign up. Premiums are lower and there are more options to choose from. Shop around here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court, including newly confirmed Justice Barrett, tomorrow. If Republicans succeed in eliminating the ACA, millions could lose access to health care--in the middle of a pandemic. Lives are at stake in this case." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Durbin: With COVID-19 Cases Spiking In Illinois And Across The Country, The Senate Must Act Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Speaking on the Senate floor now about President-elect Joe Biden's victory in last week's election and our path forward in the fight against #COVID19:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks President George W. Bush for your gracious message to President-elect Biden." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's victory will be a victory for #Dreamers who can come out of the shadows and fear of the Trump era. Thousands of #Dreamers want to be part of America's future. Thank you @JoeBiden for giving them a chance by pledging to restore #DACA." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our family zoom yesterday brought generations together from West Coast to East Coast. We usually save these good feelings for weddings. But on Saturday, we all felt good for the country we love." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for the best Saturday in a long time. Even the masks could not hide a smiling nation!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Statement On The Election Of President-Elect Joe Biden And Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2020 Congressman García's Statement on the Election of President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris Rep. Chuy Garcia
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to my colleague, Vice President-elect @SenKamalaHarris ! Her historic election shows girls, women, and people of color across this country that your future is limitless." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The national nightmare of President Donald J. Trump ends in eleven weeks. President-elect Biden and all of us have work to do to undo the damage and bind our nation's wounds." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Durbin Statement On Outcome Of 2020 Presidential Election Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao - Proposed DOT Pilot Program for CDL Drivers Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 6, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Supporting The Designation Of "Veteran-Owned Small Business Week" Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Durbin, Senators Call For Borrower Defense Relief For Student Borrowers Harmed By CEHE Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 5, 2020 Tweet - "This is a devastating milestone for Illinois in our fight against COVID-19. Please continue to protect our communities by distancing & wearing a mask. It is past time for Congress to come together and pass meaningful, bipartisan COVID-19 relief." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a Civics 101 lesson, Mr. President. You don't get to demand that only some votes count. That is not how democracy works. Every single vote must be counted & every single vote will be counted." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2020 Tweet - "No President decides the outcome of an election. The courts do not decide the outcome of an election. It is the voters who decide the outcome of an election, and every single one of their ballots must be counted. #Election2020" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 3, 2020 Tweet - "#ElectionDay is here! Make sure your voice is heard. Find your polling place at http://vote.gov." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Congressman Cohen Asks FBI Director to Investigate Efforts to Deny Voters the Right to a Free and Fair Election Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "The 2021 open enrollment period is here and, with the ongoing pandemic, it has never been more important to make sure you & your family are covered. Premiums are lower & there are more options, so shop around here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply concerned by reports that Nicor Gas may have illegally polluted groundwater near its storage facilities. Because of the severity of these claims, I will be looking into this situation further." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "There is no excuse for Sen. McConnell's failure on COVID-19 relief. He spent 6 months sitting on his hands while Americans suffered. Then he used the last weeks before the election to ram through his SCOTUS nominee, ignoring health, economic, housing & hunger needs of Americans." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 1, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 cases are spiking all across the US. The need for federal relief grows more glaring with each passing day. Sen. McConnell needs to come back to Washington after this election--regardless of the result--ready to join Democrats to pass comprehensive relief for all Americans." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Need health insurance for next year? The open enrollment period to buy a 2021 health plan is open now. Find the option that fits you best at http://healthcare.gov." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Durbin Honors America's Veterans Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "To all our vets in Illinois & across America--thank you for your service to our country. I know Veterans Day celebrations look different this year, but our devotion during this pandemic to our vets is undiminished. A special salute to my big brothers, Bill & Bob USN-Korean War." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Udall, Heinrich, Democratic Senators Urge Armed Services Leaders To Retain Bipartisan, Bicameral Measure To Rename Military Bases And Other Assets Honoring The Confederacy Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Schakowsky Statement as Supreme Court Oral Arguments on the Affordable Care Act Case Begin Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to Pat Cipollone, White House Counsel - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Writes To WH Counsel And DOJ Over Concerns About President Trump's Adherence To The Presidential Records Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General of the Dept. of Justice - Congressman Krishnamoorthi Writes To WH Counsel And DOJ Over Concerns About President Trump's Adherence To The Presidential Records Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Simmons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - E&C Leaders Demand Trump FCC and FTC Stop Work on Controversial Items in Light of Election Results Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @USGSA Administrator Murphy needs to do her job & affirm the results of last week's election so that President-elect Biden's team can begin the transition process. For 60 years, the GSA has helped ensure a smooth transition of power. Now is not the time to delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "While Pres. Trump refuses to concede 2020 election, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans are still holding partisan hearings to relitigate the 2016 election. Even more absurd is the fact that the Committee hasn't had one oversight hearing on the Trump DOJ in the last two years." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "AG Barr is clearly attempting to fabricate a veneer of legitimacy for the baseless claims of voter fraud made by President Trump and his supporters. In doing so, he is once again sacrificing the reputation of the DOJ to serve the political interests of our lame-duck President." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "History will judge us on how we respond--or don't--to the worst health crisis in a century & deepest recession in 75 years. It's time for Senate Republicans to end their boycott of negotiations & actually work with Dems to respond to the toll this pandemic is taking on our nation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Republican lawsuit to eliminate the Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court today. Protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions are at stake in this case. Health care coverage for millions is at stake. Lives are at stake." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "November is National Native American Heritage month, a time to honor the history & contributions of Native people in the US. But we cannot do so without committing to environmental justice for Native communities--who are disproportionally harmed by air & water pollution." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Re-Elected Senate Democratic Whip For 117th Congress Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I am honored to be re-elected as Whip of the Senate Dem Caucus. The Nov 3 election showed that our nation is divided & the challenges we face are great. But under the leadership of President-elect Biden & VP-elect Harris, we can, & must, come together to meet those challenges." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Durbin, Senators Call On DOJ To Stop Plans To Make Purdue Pharma A Public Benefit Corporation Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Calls On McConnell To Pass Meaningful COVID-19 Relief Legislation To Help Hard Hit Businesses Struggling During Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Good news for future generations: Biden's victory means that America is once again joining the world in the fight against climate change." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Reelection Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Durbin Statement On Biden-Harris Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's #COVID19 task force is solid. I have worked with many over the years. They are respected professionals, truth tellers, and real leaders. America can turn the corner on this pandemic if we pull together." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Today's #COVID19 vaccine development offers hope to a nation longing to put this pandemic behind it. But now we need to carefully follow established medical standards to prove safety & efficacy so that America trusts the process & the product." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Illinoisans--the 2021 Affordable Care Act open enrollment period is here. If you need a health insurance plan for next year, now is the time to sign up. Premiums are lower and there are more options to choose from. Shop around here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court, including newly confirmed Justice Barrett, tomorrow. If Republicans succeed in eliminating the ACA, millions could lose access to health care--in the middle of a pandemic. Lives are at stake in this case." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Durbin: With COVID-19 Cases Spiking In Illinois And Across The Country, The Senate Must Act Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Speaking on the Senate floor now about President-elect Joe Biden's victory in last week's election and our path forward in the fight against #COVID19:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks President George W. Bush for your gracious message to President-elect Biden." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's victory will be a victory for #Dreamers who can come out of the shadows and fear of the Trump era. Thousands of #Dreamers want to be part of America's future. Thank you @JoeBiden for giving them a chance by pledging to restore #DACA." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our family zoom yesterday brought generations together from West Coast to East Coast. We usually save these good feelings for weddings. But on Saturday, we all felt good for the country we love." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for the best Saturday in a long time. Even the masks could not hide a smiling nation!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Statement On The Election Of President-Elect Joe Biden And Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2020 Congressman García's Statement on the Election of President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris Rep.Chuy Garcia
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to my colleague, Vice President-elect @SenKamalaHarris ! Her historic election shows girls, women, and people of color across this country that your future is limitless." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The national nightmare of President Donald J. Trump ends in eleven weeks. President-elect Biden and all of us have work to do to undo the damage and bind our nation's wounds." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Durbin Statement On Outcome Of 2020 Presidential Election Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao - Proposed DOT Pilot Program for CDL Drivers Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Nov. 6, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Supporting The Designation Of "Veteran-Owned Small Business Week" Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Nov. 6, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Durbin, Senators Call For Borrower Defense Relief For Student Borrowers Harmed By CEHE Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 5, 2020 Tweet - "This is a devastating milestone for Illinois in our fight against COVID-19. Please continue to protect our communities by distancing & wearing a mask. It is past time for Congress to come together and pass meaningful, bipartisan COVID-19 relief." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a Civics 101 lesson, Mr. President. You don't get to demand that only some votes count. That is not how democracy works. Every single vote must be counted & every single vote will be counted." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2020 Tweet - "No President decides the outcome of an election. The courts do not decide the outcome of an election. It is the voters who decide the outcome of an election, and every single one of their ballots must be counted. #Election2020" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 3, 2020 Tweet - "#ElectionDay is here! Make sure your voice is heard. Find your polling place at http://vote.gov." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Congressman Cohen Asks FBI Director to Investigate Efforts to Deny Voters the Right to a Free and Fair Election Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "The 2021 open enrollment period is here and, with the ongoing pandemic, it has never been more important to make sure you & your family are covered. Premiums are lower & there are more options, so shop around here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Deeply concerned by reports that Nicor Gas may have illegally polluted groundwater near its storage facilities. Because of the severity of these claims, I will be looking into this situation further." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "There is no excuse for Sen. McConnell's failure on COVID-19 relief. He spent 6 months sitting on his hands while Americans suffered. Then he used the last weeks before the election to ram through his SCOTUS nominee, ignoring health, economic, housing & hunger needs of Americans." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 1, 2020 Tweet - "COVID-19 cases are spiking all across the US. The need for federal relief grows more glaring with each passing day. Sen. McConnell needs to come back to Washington after this election--regardless of the result--ready to join Democrats to pass comprehensive relief for all Americans." Sen.Dick Durbin
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