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Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "If the President's lawyers are going to spend their time disputing the facts of this case, then Senators must be given access to the key government documents that would help resolve those disputes before making any kind of judgement."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "I don't know how any Senator could hear these disputes over the facts and not want to hear testimony from first-hand witnesses like Mick Mulvaney and John Bolton."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "Heartbreaking situation out of Lisle last night. My prayers are with the victims and their families."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "If we don't hold this President accountable under the rule of law, then he is not answerable to anyone. By blocking key documents & witnesses from Congress, this President is essentially telling the American people they have no right to know what he's doing as their President."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "I'll be on @CNN soon to discuss the first few days of the impeachment trial as we prepare to hear from the President's lawyers later today. Make sure to tune in."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "By next week, I hope enough Republican Senators join Democrats to call for witnesses and documents so that this is a real trial. Not just for the Senators who stand in judgment, but for the American people."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Garamendi Introduces Oil-By-Rail Safety Bill
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 24, 2020
Raskin Cosponsors Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating 75 Years Since Auschwitz Liberation
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Moore Leads Call for Administration to Provide Full Funding for Programs to Prevent Combined Sewer Overflows in FY 2021 Budget
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 24, 2020
Graves, Schakowsky, And Roybal-Allard Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing 2020 National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Letter to Russ Vought, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and Andrew Wheller, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Portman, Stabenow, Bipartisan Colleagues Request $320 Million for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in President's FY 2021 Budget Request
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Underwood, Katko Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin Pushes Trump Administration To Address Climate Change Impacts On Lake Michigan
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Youth tobacco use is at its highest in nearly 20 years, primarily driven by e-cigarettes resulting in over 5 million youth now vaping across America."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "I'll be on @maddow shortly to discuss my thoughts on the first few days of the impeachment trial and the House managers presentation. Tune in."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Support Grows for Ernst's Female Body Armor Bill
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Tonight, the House managers wrapped up their thoughtful, fact-based, compelling case, laying out Pres. Trump's scheme to solicit foreign interference in our elections for his personal, political gain. I am grateful to them for their hard work, dedication, and professionalism."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin Urges Trump Administration To Fund Quincy Bay Restoration And Modernization Of Illinois Locks
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - ".@RepAdamSchiff's closing argument last night was powerful. Mr. Schiff is absolutely right--right matters. The truth matters. House managers have presented a compelling case, based on facts & substance. Will 4 Republican Senators stand up for the truth & for a full & fair trial?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Coronavirus In Chicago
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Traumatic brain injury is not just headaches. Troops shouldn't battle depression and suicide after the fighting is over. Since 2013, I've added $1 BILLION to increase military medical research into TBI."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "A 2nd case of coronavirus in the U.S. has been confirmed in Chicago. I commend the IL health care officials & personnel who diagnosed this case in a quick & timely manner. @SenDuckworth & I are monitoring the situation & will work w/the CDC to ensure protection of public health."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "As House managers close their presentation today, the American people are watching. The House has made a compelling case, but it won't be a full and fair trial without access to all the key documents & relevant witnesses. The American people deserve the whole truth."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz
Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Deutch, Meng, Zeldin to Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating 75 Years since Auschwitz Liberation
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Duckworth Leads Bipartisan Request for Gao Review of Military Naturalization Process
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services - 50 Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary for the Department of the Interior - 48 House Members in Calling on Interior Dept. to Maintain Artic Wilderness Protections
Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Paul Lawrence, Under Secretary for Benefits for the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Underwood Urges the Department of Veterans Affairs To Improve Trainings for Veteran Suicide Prevention
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Congresswoman Kelly Engages New SBA Administrator on Concerns Related to SBA Programs Preventing Equity Investment in Women and Minority-Owned Businesses
Rep. Robin Kelly
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "After a year of extreme weather across IL in 2019, 2020 has already gotten off to a similar start with a tornado touching down in Union County. I want to remind all Illinoisans to to take advantage of emergency resources provided if & when necessary."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "Great to host mayors from all across Illinois in Washington this morning. Our government works best when we work together, and @SenDuckworth and I are committed to supporting Illinois mayors in any way we can here in our nation's capital."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "To my Republican colleagues who are complaining that they haven't learned anything new during the House managers presentation: why did you vote--10 times in fact--against allowing key evidence & relevant witnesses into the impeachment trial?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "For 9.5 hours today, House managers presented a compelling & fact-based case, laying out Pres. Trump's scheme to solicit foreign interference in our elections & put self above country. The need to have a fair trial w/key documents & relevant witnesses becomes clearer by the day."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Congresswoman Kelly Nominates Local High School Students to Military Academies
Rep. Robin Kelly
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "As the House managers continue making their case today, it will only get harder for Republican Senators to ignore the facts & keep enabling Sen. McConnell's effort to cover for the President. The American people want & deserve a fair trial. Let's give them one."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "Cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates are higher than the national average in Chicago--especially among women of color. Screenings are covered under the Affordable Care Act and awareness can help save lives."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "As companies w/the @IL_Natl_Guard 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment from Marion, West Frankfort, Mount Vernon, Effingham, & Litchfield begin a 10-month deployment, we thank them for their service & pray for their safety. They make us proud every day."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Meet With Illinois Mayors
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Meet With Chicago Mayor Lightfoot
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. James Springs, National Archives and Records Administration Inspector General - Senator Duckworth Requests Inspector General Investigate the National Archives and Records Administration's Alteration of a Photo Criticizing Donald Trump
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1 Million to Modernize Illinois's Infrastructure
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1.2 Million for Stem Education on Chicago's South Side
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Subcommittee Presses FDA on Menthol Exception from Ban on Flavored Vaping Products
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the United States Department of Defense - RELEASE: GIL CISNEROS -- Brown, Escobar, Sherrill and 27 Lawmakers Demand Answers on Diverted Military Funds for Border Wall Construction
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Bost announces service academy nominees
Rep. Mike Bost
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "If the President's lawyers are going to spend their time disputing the facts of this case, then Senators must be given access to the key government documents that would help resolve those disputes before making any kind of judgement."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "I don't know how any Senator could hear these disputes over the facts and not want to hear testimony from first-hand witnesses like Mick Mulvaney and John Bolton."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "Heartbreaking situation out of Lisle last night. My prayers are with the victims and their families."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "If we don't hold this President accountable under the rule of law, then he is not answerable to anyone. By blocking key documents & witnesses from Congress, this President is essentially telling the American people they have no right to know what he's doing as their President."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "I'll be on @CNN soon to discuss the first few days of the impeachment trial as we prepare to hear from the President's lawyers later today. Make sure to tune in."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Tweet - "By next week, I hope enough Republican Senators join Democrats to call for witnesses and documents so that this is a real trial. Not just for the Senators who stand in judgment, but for the American people."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2020
Garamendi Introduces Oil-By-Rail Safety Bill
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 24, 2020
Raskin Cosponsors Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating 75 Years Since Auschwitz Liberation
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Moore Leads Call for Administration to Provide Full Funding for Programs to Prevent Combined Sewer Overflows in FY 2021 Budget
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement on Confirmation of Coronavirus
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 24, 2020
Graves, Schakowsky, And Roybal-Allard Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing 2020 National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Letter to Russ Vought, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and Andrew Wheller, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Portman, Stabenow, Bipartisan Colleagues Request $320 Million for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in President's FY 2021 Budget Request
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Underwood, Katko Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin Pushes Trump Administration To Address Climate Change Impacts On Lake Michigan
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Youth tobacco use is at its highest in nearly 20 years, primarily driven by e-cigarettes resulting in over 5 million youth now vaping across America."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "I'll be on @maddow shortly to discuss my thoughts on the first few days of the impeachment trial and the House managers presentation. Tune in."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Support Grows for Ernst's Female Body Armor Bill
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Tonight, the House managers wrapped up their thoughtful, fact-based, compelling case, laying out Pres. Trump's scheme to solicit foreign interference in our elections for his personal, political gain. I am grateful to them for their hard work, dedication, and professionalism."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin Urges Trump Administration To Fund Quincy Bay Restoration And Modernization Of Illinois Locks
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - ".@RepAdamSchiff's closing argument last night was powerful. Mr. Schiff is absolutely right--right matters. The truth matters. House managers have presented a compelling case, based on facts & substance. Will 4 Republican Senators stand up for the truth & for a full & fair trial?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Confirmation Of Coronavirus In Chicago
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "Traumatic brain injury is not just headaches. Troops shouldn't battle depression and suicide after the fighting is over. Since 2013, I've added $1 BILLION to increase military medical research into TBI."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "A 2nd case of coronavirus in the U.S. has been confirmed in Chicago. I commend the IL health care officials & personnel who diagnosed this case in a quick & timely manner. @SenDuckworth & I are monitoring the situation & will work w/the CDC to ensure protection of public health."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Tweet - "As House managers close their presentation today, the American people are watching. The House has made a compelling case, but it won't be a full and fair trial without access to all the key documents & relevant witnesses. The American people deserve the whole truth."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2020
Congressman Brad Schneider Delivers Weekly Democratic Address on 75th Anniversary of Liberation of Auschwitz
Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Deutch, Meng, Zeldin to Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating 75 Years since Auschwitz Liberation
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Duckworth Leads Bipartisan Request for Gao Review of Military Naturalization Process
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services - 50 Lawmakers Call on Administration to Ban Flavored Vaping Products
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary for the Department of the Interior - 48 House Members in Calling on Interior Dept. to Maintain Artic Wilderness Protections
Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Paul Lawrence, Under Secretary for Benefits for the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Underwood Urges the Department of Veterans Affairs To Improve Trainings for Veteran Suicide Prevention
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Jan. 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Congresswoman Kelly Engages New SBA Administrator on Concerns Related to SBA Programs Preventing Equity Investment in Women and Minority-Owned Businesses
Rep.Robin Kelly
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "After a year of extreme weather across IL in 2019, 2020 has already gotten off to a similar start with a tornado touching down in Union County. I want to remind all Illinoisans to to take advantage of emergency resources provided if & when necessary."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "Great to host mayors from all across Illinois in Washington this morning. Our government works best when we work together, and @SenDuckworth and I are committed to supporting Illinois mayors in any way we can here in our nation's capital."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "To my Republican colleagues who are complaining that they haven't learned anything new during the House managers presentation: why did you vote--10 times in fact--against allowing key evidence & relevant witnesses into the impeachment trial?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "For 9.5 hours today, House managers presented a compelling & fact-based case, laying out Pres. Trump's scheme to solicit foreign interference in our elections & put self above country. The need to have a fair trial w/key documents & relevant witnesses becomes clearer by the day."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Congresswoman Kelly Nominates Local High School Students to Military Academies
Rep.Robin Kelly
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "As the House managers continue making their case today, it will only get harder for Republican Senators to ignore the facts & keep enabling Sen. McConnell's effort to cover for the President. The American people want & deserve a fair trial. Let's give them one."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "Cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates are higher than the national average in Chicago--especially among women of color. Screenings are covered under the Affordable Care Act and awareness can help save lives."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "On the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, we mourn the victims, honor the survivors, and recommit ourselves to fighting anti-Semitism and racism. #NeverAgain"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "As companies w/the @IL_Natl_Guard 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment from Marion, West Frankfort, Mount Vernon, Effingham, & Litchfield begin a 10-month deployment, we thank them for their service & pray for their safety. They make us proud every day."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Meet With Illinois Mayors
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Durbin, Duckworth Meet With Chicago Mayor Lightfoot
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. James Springs, National Archives and Records Administration Inspector General - Senator Duckworth Requests Inspector General Investigate the National Archives and Records Administration's Alteration of a Photo Criticizing Donald Trump
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1 Million to Modernize Illinois's Infrastructure
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $1.2 Million for Stem Education on Chicago's South Side
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Oversight Subcommittee Presses FDA on Menthol Exception from Ban on Flavored Vaping Products
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 22, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the United States Department of Defense - RELEASE: GIL CISNEROS -- Brown, Escobar, Sherrill and 27 Lawmakers Demand Answers on Diverted Military Funds for Border Wall Construction
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Jan. 22, 2020
Bost announces service academy nominees
Rep.Mike Bost
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