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Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The vaping epidemic has now reached the point where multiple people have died and over 450 have been hospitalized, but @FDACommissioner is sitting on his hands. If Dr. Sharpless doesn't take action in the next 10 days, I plan to call for his resignation. Enough is enough." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "With the recent pardoning and release of numerous Azerbaijani political prisoners, it's time for all the bogus charges against Azerbaijani Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist Khadija Ismayilova to also be dropped." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Despite President Trump's best efforts, North Korea continues to test ballistic missiles and violate UN Security Council Resolutions. The President needs to rethink his strategy. Flattery isn't working." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Durbin To Acting FDA Commissioner: Take Decisive Action To Stop The Vaping Epidemic Or Resign Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government - Raskin Leads 217 Members in Supporting Federal Workers' Collective Bargaining Rights Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senate Democrats urge President Trump to push for action against North Korea for violation of U.N. security resolutions and to redouble efforts to build pragmatic path to verifiable denuclearization Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Durbin Highlights Bipartisan Legislation To Strengthen Rural Health Workforce Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Schatz, Leahy, Durbin Statement On DoD Plan To Defund Military Projects To Pay For Trump Wall Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Because @US_FDA refuses to do its job, we still have no idea how dangerous e-cigarettes really are. New studies show a connection between vaping and lung damage, 200+ sick with respiratory illness, and 2 dead. And it's all happening on FDA's watch." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Colleagues Urge President Trump To Push For Action Against North Korea For Violation Of U.N. Security Resolutions Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook - Durbin, Colleagues Urge Facebook To Enforce Gun Selling Rules On Its Digital Marketplace Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Health care workforce shortages in rural communities have real consequences. Patients with mental health needs have trouble accessing care; those needing dental work delay their treatment; too many rural Illinoisans skip the doctor because they can't get an appointment." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Ending medical deferrals for immigrants is another shameful chapter in the Trump Administration's anti-immigrant campaign. These are people with life-threatening medical conditions who could die if they are deported. It's un-American and just plain wrong." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Can't think of a better way to kick off @NFL's 100th season than with the oldest rivalry in the game, @ChicagoBears vs. @packers. Looking forward to tonight's season opener at Soldier Field -- go Bears! #GBvsCHI #Bears100" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "It has been two years since President Trump ended the #DACA program, ripping the American Dream away from 800,000 young people who have known no home outside of the United States. These young people now live in fear as their lives hang in the balance." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Schneider Urges NRA to Allow Largest Vendor to Release Documents to Congress, Cooperate with Investigation Rep. Brad Schneider
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Doctor Ned Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Subcommittee Chairman Krishnamoorthi Urges FDA To Evaluate JUUL Labs' False Medical Claims About E-Cigarettes Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 4, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Trump Administration Diverting Funding for Nationasl Defense Projects to Ineffective Border Wall Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 4, 2019 Pallone and Schakowsky on FTC's Youtube settlement Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $38 Million To Combat Opioid Epidemic In Illinois Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Durbin, Dem Senators Press Devos To Provide Automatic Closed School Discharges To Former ITT Tech Students Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman, House Armed Service Committee - 162 Bipartisan House Members Ask NDAA Conferees to Retain PFAS Provisions in Conference Bill Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today I visited @Autismsi to learn more about their work in providing services to those on the autism spectrum. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fight for federal funding for autism research." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Skyrocketing rates of young people using e-cigarettes, and now two deaths and over 200 cases of severe lung disease linked to vaping. Nothing but silence from @US_FDA. What will it take?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump finds $3.6 billion in loose change in our Defense budget to divert to his almighty wall. A question: shouldn't our military come first before a promise at a campaign rally?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "YouTube paid $170M after the FTC alleged it illegally collected personal information online from children. More reason why Americans should be able to delete personal data that was collected about them online while they were kids. My Clean Slate bill would do just that." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Many former ITT Tech students are now eligible for automatic closed school discharges. Today, @SenWarren, @SenBlumenthal, @SenSherrodBrown and I called on @BetsyDevosED to grant full discharges without delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "This morning in Carbondale I was joined by leaders from Shawnee Health and local Critical Access Hospitals to discuss the impacts of the health care workforce shortages for people in rural communities. In Illinois, 3.3 million people live in primary care shortage areas." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump family separation policy was implemented with little planning & zero regard for the well-being of the children involved. An investigation I requested confirms these children suffered psychological damage as a result. But the worst part? The President doesn't care." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Underwood Statement on Inspector General Report Detailing Post-Traumatic Stress and Mental Health Problems Incurred by Migrant Children Separated from Parents Rep. Lauren Underwood
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenDuckworth and I are pleased to announce nearly $38M in federal funding to combat the opioid epidemic in Illinois. This critical funding will aid those on the frontlines battling opioid addiction & overdose in Illinois' communities." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I remember when Mexico was going to pay for President Trump's border wall. He failed entirely to fulfill that promise and has now decided to steal funding from our armed service members and their families instead. Over 120 military projects are going to lose funding as a result." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. António Guterres, United Nations Secretary General - Torres, members of congress to United Nations Secretary General: "Ensure the physical safety of CICIG employees in Guatemala" Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Duckworth Tours Marquis Energy, Highlights Harm Caused by Trump's RFS Waivers Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 3, 2019 Leahy, Durbin, Schatz REAX To President Trump Robbing From The Military To Pay For His Vanity Wall Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Durbin, Shaheen, Portman Lead Bipartisan Ukraine Caucus Leadership Letter Urging Trump Administration To Release Obligated Military Security Assistance For Ukraine Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "As Hurricane Dorian moves towards the eastern coast of the United States, my thoughts are with those in the Bahamas whose homes and lives have been devastated by this storm. The United States must stand by and support our neighbors to the south in this time of need." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "It's unthinkable that the President would take funding away from our troops in order to pay for his vanity project at the border. Fulfilling a failed campaign promise is no excuse for this overreach in authority. Congress must put our service members first." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the bipartisan Senate Ukraine Caucus came together to urge the Trump Administration to release the funds designated for military security assistance to the Ukraine. This funding is essential to Ukraine's long-term stability & independence and must be obligated immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence took 7 lives and injured 34 more in Chicago over Labor Day weekend. Senator McConnell must not hold up the House-passed, commonsense gun safety legislation any longer. This has to be our top priority in the Senate this fall." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 5th anniversary of @cvspharmacy's decision to remove tobacco products from their stores -- including e-cigarettes. In doing so, they set an example for public responsibility that every pharmacy chain in this country should strive to follow. Thank you, CVS!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "This rule is another Trump-DeVos giveaway to their for-profit college cronies at the expense of defrauded student borrowers. It's time for Congress to stand up for students." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "On Labor Day, we should take a moment during our holiday celebrations to honor the legacy of the American workers who came before us. With grit and determination, they built a safer and more equitable workplace for all. Happy Labor Day!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Another tragic mass shooting, and my heart goes out to the victims and their loved ones. We must take meaningful action to implement common sense gun safety measures at the federal level. That has to be our main priority in the Senate this fall." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The shooting in Odessa, Texas yesterday is a tragedy that is far too familiar in American life these days. My heart breaks for the victims and their families. We must come together as a nation to stop this senseless violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 31, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Gov. Pritzker's Pardon on Miguel Perez, Jr. Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 31, 2019 Tweet - ".@RepShimkus and I have worked on many projects together, recently on expanding the fine work at @ScottAFB and establishing a bipartisan approach to filling judicial vacancies." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Creating job opportunities for teens is one of the best ways to invest in communities struggling with poverty & violence. With programs like Lumity & the Chicago HEAL Initiative, we can uplift communities by addressing the root causes of violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Quigley Re-Introduces Poland Visa Waiver Act Rep. Mike Quigley
Aug. 30, 2019 Durbin Statement On Devos Rule Gutting Student Loan Borrower Defense Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Duckworth to Trump Administration: Stop disrespecting U.S. servicemembers and diplomats willing to sacrifice for our nation Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Dir. for Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Durbin Demands Answers On Elimination Of Medical Deferred Action Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Duckworth visits Vietnam & Thailand as part of armed services committee congressional delegation Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 30, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump on his racist attacks: "I have no strategy."" Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, Persident of the United States - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump To Support State's Request For Federal Assistance From Flood Damage Rep. Lauren Underwood
Aug. 29, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Announces New Legislation To Strengthen Animal Welfare Act Enforcement Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's Remain in Mexico policy is a betrayal of American values and will only further instability in Mexican border cities. I joined my @SenateDems colleagues in demanding an end to this short-sighted and inhumane policy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump broke his E15 promise to farmers. By issuing numerous secret waivers to big oil companies that allow them to mix less ethanol into their gasoline, the President is driving down the demand for the soybeans & corn that these farmers rely on." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is going to put Ukraine's long-term stability at risk. President Trump must direct DOD to obligate these funds immediately - there's no reason to delay. Unless, of course, he's yet again acting at the behest of his favorite Russian dictator & good friend, Putin." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is a start, but if @US_FDA was doing their job in the first place, it wouldn't be necessary. Vaping companies like JUUL are blatantly targeting our nation's children with their dangerous and addictive products. It has to stop." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Marketing addictive products to kids. Calling their products safe, despite evidence to the contrary. Sound familiar? Big Vape is taking a page right out of Big Tobacco's playbook. @US_FDA needs to do its job and tell the public the truth about e-cigs." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Yesterday, the entire Illinois Congressional Delegation came together in support of @GovPritzker's request for federal assistance to help the State recover from this year's severe flooding. We stand ready to assist in whatever capacity we can." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing @GovPritzker a speedy and full recovery." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump To Support State's Request For Federal Assistance From Flood Damage Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Neil Chatterjee, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Senate Democrats urge Republican-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oppose proposal that could raise electricity prices for millions of Americans, jeopardize thousands of jobs, and dramatically increase carbon emissions Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State of the U.S. Department of State, Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Feinstein, Menendez, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration End Remain in Mexico Policy Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Pregnancy-Related Deaths Discussed at Hearing in Oak Lawn Rep. Robin Kelly
Aug. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Feinstein, Durbin, Klobuchar, Colleagues Press AG Barr to Rescind Decision Limiting Asylum Due to Family Ties Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Deporting children with cancer is about as low as you can sink. This is yet another step in the Trump Administration's heartless campaign to use immigration to divide us. But I have faith in the American people - we are a kind and generous nation and we will reject this cruelty." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "With Tropical Storm Dorian bearing down on Puerto Rico, the Trump Admin is raiding millions of dollars of disaster relief funds so they can detain more immigrants. Putting Americans at risk to serve the President's anti-immigrant agenda is beyond the pale." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "How is punishing the children of American troops Making America Great? These are the sons and daughters of the brave men and women who are dedicating their lives to keeping our nation safe. They have every right to be born United States citizens." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Foster Statement on Supporting Impeachment Inquiry Rep. Bill Foster
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenatorIsakson's departure from the Senate is the loss of a friend & a brave, constructive voice America desperately needs. Johnny stepped up for sensible immigration reform and defied the fire breathers and haters in his own party. I sent him a series of deserved fan letters." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Nationwide, there are now nearly 200 cases of critical lung disease linked to vaping, including one death in Illinois. And yet the @US_FDA is doing absolutely nothing about it. What will it take for them to act?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Durbin Statement On Senator Isakson's Decision To Resign Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The vaping epidemic has now reached the point where multiple people have died and over 450 have been hospitalized, but @FDACommissioner is sitting on his hands. If Dr. Sharpless doesn't take action in the next 10 days, I plan to call for his resignation. Enough is enough." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "With the recent pardoning and release of numerous Azerbaijani political prisoners, it's time for all the bogus charges against Azerbaijani Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist Khadija Ismayilova to also be dropped." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Despite President Trump's best efforts, North Korea continues to test ballistic missiles and violate UN Security Council Resolutions. The President needs to rethink his strategy. Flattery isn't working." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Durbin To Acting FDA Commissioner: Take Decisive Action To Stop The Vaping Epidemic Or Resign Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker United States House of Representatives, the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman House Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government - Raskin Leads 217 Members in Supporting Federal Workers' Collective Bargaining Rights Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senate Democrats urge President Trump to push for action against North Korea for violation of U.N. security resolutions and to redouble efforts to build pragmatic path to verifiable denuclearization Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Durbin Highlights Bipartisan Legislation To Strengthen Rural Health Workforce Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Schatz, Leahy, Durbin Statement On DoD Plan To Defund Military Projects To Pay For Trump Wall Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Because @US_FDA refuses to do its job, we still have no idea how dangerous e-cigarettes really are. New studies show a connection between vaping and lung damage, 200+ sick with respiratory illness, and 2 dead. And it's all happening on FDA's watch." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Durbin, Colleagues Urge President Trump To Push For Action Against North Korea For Violation Of U.N. Security Resolutions Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook - Durbin, Colleagues Urge Facebook To Enforce Gun Selling Rules On Its Digital Marketplace Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Health care workforce shortages in rural communities have real consequences. Patients with mental health needs have trouble accessing care; those needing dental work delay their treatment; too many rural Illinoisans skip the doctor because they can't get an appointment." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Ending medical deferrals for immigrants is another shameful chapter in the Trump Administration's anti-immigrant campaign. These are people with life-threatening medical conditions who could die if they are deported. It's un-American and just plain wrong." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Can't think of a better way to kick off @NFL's 100th season than with the oldest rivalry in the game, @ChicagoBears vs. @packers. Looking forward to tonight's season opener at Soldier Field -- go Bears! #GBvsCHI #Bears100" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "It has been two years since President Trump ended the #DACA program, ripping the American Dream away from 800,000 young people who have known no home outside of the United States. These young people now live in fear as their lives hang in the balance." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 5, 2019 Schneider Urges NRA to Allow Largest Vendor to Release Documents to Congress, Cooperate with Investigation Rep.Brad Schneider
Sept. 5, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Doctor Ned Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Subcommittee Chairman Krishnamoorthi Urges FDA To Evaluate JUUL Labs' False Medical Claims About E-Cigarettes Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 4, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Trump Administration Diverting Funding for Nationasl Defense Projects to Ineffective Border Wall Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 4, 2019 Pallone and Schakowsky on FTC's Youtube settlement Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Announce Nearly $38 Million To Combat Opioid Epidemic In Illinois Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department - Durbin, Dem Senators Press Devos To Provide Automatic Closed School Discharges To Former ITT Tech Students Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman, House Armed Service Committee - 162 Bipartisan House Members Ask NDAA Conferees to Retain PFAS Provisions in Conference Bill Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today I visited @Autismsi to learn more about their work in providing services to those on the autism spectrum. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue to fight for federal funding for autism research." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Skyrocketing rates of young people using e-cigarettes, and now two deaths and over 200 cases of severe lung disease linked to vaping. Nothing but silence from @US_FDA. What will it take?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump finds $3.6 billion in loose change in our Defense budget to divert to his almighty wall. A question: shouldn't our military come first before a promise at a campaign rally?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "YouTube paid $170M after the FTC alleged it illegally collected personal information online from children. More reason why Americans should be able to delete personal data that was collected about them online while they were kids. My Clean Slate bill would do just that." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Many former ITT Tech students are now eligible for automatic closed school discharges. Today, @SenWarren, @SenBlumenthal, @SenSherrodBrown and I called on @BetsyDevosED to grant full discharges without delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "This morning in Carbondale I was joined by leaders from Shawnee Health and local Critical Access Hospitals to discuss the impacts of the health care workforce shortages for people in rural communities. In Illinois, 3.3 million people live in primary care shortage areas." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump family separation policy was implemented with little planning & zero regard for the well-being of the children involved. An investigation I requested confirms these children suffered psychological damage as a result. But the worst part? The President doesn't care." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Underwood Statement on Inspector General Report Detailing Post-Traumatic Stress and Mental Health Problems Incurred by Migrant Children Separated from Parents Rep.Lauren Underwood
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenDuckworth and I are pleased to announce nearly $38M in federal funding to combat the opioid epidemic in Illinois. This critical funding will aid those on the frontlines battling opioid addiction & overdose in Illinois' communities." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I remember when Mexico was going to pay for President Trump's border wall. He failed entirely to fulfill that promise and has now decided to steal funding from our armed service members and their families instead. Over 120 military projects are going to lose funding as a result." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. António Guterres, United Nations Secretary General - Torres, members of congress to United Nations Secretary General: "Ensure the physical safety of CICIG employees in Guatemala" Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Duckworth Tours Marquis Energy, Highlights Harm Caused by Trump's RFS Waivers Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 3, 2019 Leahy, Durbin, Schatz REAX To President Trump Robbing From The Military To Pay For His Vanity Wall Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Durbin, Shaheen, Portman Lead Bipartisan Ukraine Caucus Leadership Letter Urging Trump Administration To Release Obligated Military Security Assistance For Ukraine Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "As Hurricane Dorian moves towards the eastern coast of the United States, my thoughts are with those in the Bahamas whose homes and lives have been devastated by this storm. The United States must stand by and support our neighbors to the south in this time of need." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "It's unthinkable that the President would take funding away from our troops in order to pay for his vanity project at the border. Fulfilling a failed campaign promise is no excuse for this overreach in authority. Congress must put our service members first." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the bipartisan Senate Ukraine Caucus came together to urge the Trump Administration to release the funds designated for military security assistance to the Ukraine. This funding is essential to Ukraine's long-term stability & independence and must be obligated immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence took 7 lives and injured 34 more in Chicago over Labor Day weekend. Senator McConnell must not hold up the House-passed, commonsense gun safety legislation any longer. This has to be our top priority in the Senate this fall." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 5th anniversary of @cvspharmacy's decision to remove tobacco products from their stores -- including e-cigarettes. In doing so, they set an example for public responsibility that every pharmacy chain in this country should strive to follow. Thank you, CVS!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "This rule is another Trump-DeVos giveaway to their for-profit college cronies at the expense of defrauded student borrowers. It's time for Congress to stand up for students." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 2, 2019 Tweet - "On Labor Day, we should take a moment during our holiday celebrations to honor the legacy of the American workers who came before us. With grit and determination, they built a safer and more equitable workplace for all. Happy Labor Day!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Another tragic mass shooting, and my heart goes out to the victims and their loved ones. We must take meaningful action to implement common sense gun safety measures at the federal level. That has to be our main priority in the Senate this fall." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The shooting in Odessa, Texas yesterday is a tragedy that is far too familiar in American life these days. My heart breaks for the victims and their families. We must come together as a nation to stop this senseless violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 31, 2019 Duckworth Statement on Gov. Pritzker's Pardon on Miguel Perez, Jr. Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 31, 2019 Tweet - ".@RepShimkus and I have worked on many projects together, recently on expanding the fine work at @ScottAFB and establishing a bipartisan approach to filling judicial vacancies." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Creating job opportunities for teens is one of the best ways to invest in communities struggling with poverty & violence. With programs like Lumity & the Chicago HEAL Initiative, we can uplift communities by addressing the root causes of violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Quigley Re-Introduces Poland Visa Waiver Act Rep.Mike Quigley
Aug. 30, 2019 Durbin Statement On Devos Rule Gutting Student Loan Borrower Defense Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Duckworth to Trump Administration: Stop disrespecting U.S. servicemembers and diplomats willing to sacrifice for our nation Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Dir. for Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Durbin Demands Answers On Elimination Of Medical Deferred Action Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Duckworth visits Vietnam & Thailand as part of armed services committee congressional delegation Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 30, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump on his racist attacks: "I have no strategy."" Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald J. Trump, Persident of the United States - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump To Support State's Request For Federal Assistance From Flood Damage Rep.Lauren Underwood
Aug. 29, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Announces New Legislation To Strengthen Animal Welfare Act Enforcement Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's Remain in Mexico policy is a betrayal of American values and will only further instability in Mexican border cities. I joined my @SenateDems colleagues in demanding an end to this short-sighted and inhumane policy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump broke his E15 promise to farmers. By issuing numerous secret waivers to big oil companies that allow them to mix less ethanol into their gasoline, the President is driving down the demand for the soybeans & corn that these farmers rely on." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is going to put Ukraine's long-term stability at risk. President Trump must direct DOD to obligate these funds immediately - there's no reason to delay. Unless, of course, he's yet again acting at the behest of his favorite Russian dictator & good friend, Putin." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "This is a start, but if @US_FDA was doing their job in the first place, it wouldn't be necessary. Vaping companies like JUUL are blatantly targeting our nation's children with their dangerous and addictive products. It has to stop." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Marketing addictive products to kids. Calling their products safe, despite evidence to the contrary. Sound familiar? Big Vape is taking a page right out of Big Tobacco's playbook. @US_FDA needs to do its job and tell the public the truth about e-cigs." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Yesterday, the entire Illinois Congressional Delegation came together in support of @GovPritzker's request for federal assistance to help the State recover from this year's severe flooding. We stand ready to assist in whatever capacity we can." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing @GovPritzker a speedy and full recovery." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Illinois Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump To Support State's Request For Federal Assistance From Flood Damage Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 29, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Neil Chatterjee, Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission - Senate Democrats urge Republican-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to oppose proposal that could raise electricity prices for millions of Americans, jeopardize thousands of jobs, and dramatically increase carbon emissions Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State of the U.S. Department of State, Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Feinstein, Menendez, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration End Remain in Mexico Policy Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Pregnancy-Related Deaths Discussed at Hearing in Oak Lawn Rep.Robin Kelly
Aug. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Feinstein, Durbin, Klobuchar, Colleagues Press AG Barr to Rescind Decision Limiting Asylum Due to Family Ties Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Deporting children with cancer is about as low as you can sink. This is yet another step in the Trump Administration's heartless campaign to use immigration to divide us. But I have faith in the American people - we are a kind and generous nation and we will reject this cruelty." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "With Tropical Storm Dorian bearing down on Puerto Rico, the Trump Admin is raiding millions of dollars of disaster relief funds so they can detain more immigrants. Putting Americans at risk to serve the President's anti-immigrant agenda is beyond the pale." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "How is punishing the children of American troops Making America Great? These are the sons and daughters of the brave men and women who are dedicating their lives to keeping our nation safe. They have every right to be born United States citizens." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Foster Statement on Supporting Impeachment Inquiry Rep.Bill Foster
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenatorIsakson's departure from the Senate is the loss of a friend & a brave, constructive voice America desperately needs. Johnny stepped up for sensible immigration reform and defied the fire breathers and haters in his own party. I sent him a series of deserved fan letters." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "Nationwide, there are now nearly 200 cases of critical lung disease linked to vaping, including one death in Illinois. And yet the @US_FDA is doing absolutely nothing about it. What will it take for them to act?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 28, 2019 Durbin Statement On Senator Isakson's Decision To Resign Sen.Dick Durbin
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