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Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "No tweet could properly respond to this slumgullion of legal and constitutional nonsense, but can we point out that EVERY impeachment of an elected official undoes his election? If that were a problem, there could be no impeachments." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @bradleyu, I talked with students & staff about the passage of the bipartisan First Step Act. It is the most significant criminal justice reform legislation in decades and it became a reality with bipartisan support." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "We must do more to respond to the alarming rise in first responder roadside deaths. That is why @RepCheri and I are announcing the Protecting Roadside First Responders Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Young people across the country are dying from vaping. How much longer will @US_FDA allow this to continue? #VapingTargetsKids" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - ".@BetsyDeVosED failed to follow a clear court order that prohibited collecting debts from former Corinthian College students. These students were sold a stack of lies by Corinthian and it's unacceptable that they continue to be preyed upon by the Trump-DeVos Dept. of Education." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Durbin Highlights New Federal Law To Support Rural Emergency Medical Services Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to be at the Nauvoo Fire Protection District to discuss new legislation I passed last year. The SIREN Act provides new grant funding for rural fire and EMS agencies in training, recruiting, and purchasing equipment." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "The President's goal of blocking all accountability must not become the Republican party line. Republicans should put country and Constitution over partisan loyalty." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing an easy fast and blessed day to all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois, across the U.S., and around the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education - Kaine Calls on DeVos to Fix Mismanagement of TEPSLF Program Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: "House subpoenas E.U. Ambassador Sondland" Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 8, 2019 Schakowsky, Higgins, Wild Introduce Legislation to Prevent Drug Manufacturers from Price Gouging Medicare Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Facing worst drug crisis ever, Pres. Trump just transferred another $129M from the military to his beloved wall. This $$ was to stop heroin production in Afghanistan -- but was removed so the Pres. can pose for campaign photos in front of the wall he promised Mexico would pay for." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to Jerome Powell, Chairman on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Joseph M. Otting, Comptroller in the Office of the Currency, and Jelena McWilliams, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation - Brown, Meeks and Members of Congress Demand Bank Regulators Strengthen, Not Weaken the Community Reinvestment Act Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's agreement with Turkish strongman Erdogan to withdraw all US troops from Syria leaves Kurdish allies at risk and ISIS unguarded. Even GOP Senators are breaking with Pres. Trump on this one. How much longer will we tolerate this?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today at Thomson Prison, @ChuckGrassley, @RepCheri, and I received a briefing on the implementation of the First Step Act. The landmark criminal justice reform bill that I led with Sen. Grassley will reduce crime by better preparing inmates to successfully reenter society." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pleased to see @USDOT initiative that mirrors much of the bipartisan legislation I authored with @SenatorBraun to elevate and improve #rural transportation priorities." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I would welcome the opportunity to question Mr. Giuliani under oath. It is time the American people hear the truth from the President's lawyer." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Muting Amb. Sondland from testifying before Congress on impeachment charges puts us on the inevitable path to the Supreme Court. A replay of the Nixon scenario." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Supreme Court will hear cases to determine the future of LGBTQ protections in the workplace. No one should be fired for being who they are -- that's why I support the #EqualityAct. #DontRollBackOurRights" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "For years, I've been asking our nation's pharmacies to remove dangerous, addictive tobacco products from their shelves. This week, @Walgreens took the important step of announcing that they would no longer sell e-cigarettes. In doing so, they have put children over profits." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Durbin And Bustos Announce New Legislation To Protect First Responders Roadside Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "And yet Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refuses to pass legislation to secure our elections. His inaction benefits only Putin and the Iranian Supreme Leader. We cannot afford to put this off any longer." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's defiance of an impeachment investigation creates a constitutional confrontation. Pres. Trump is prepared to risk his party and his presidency to avoid accountability." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump struggles to defend himself." Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces The END ENDS (Ending Nicotine Dependence From Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems) Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "It is against the law for an American to solicit, accept, or receive anything of value from a foreign national in connection with a U.S. election." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand with the protesters in Hong Kong." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see @CNTraveler name Chicago the country's 'Best Big City' for the third year in a row. Could not agree more!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "It is going to take men and women of courage to get our nation through the days ahead of us." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Broadband access is essential to #digitalinclusion across America. Congress must pass my bicameral Promoting Access to Broadband Act with @RepSeanMaloney to address the cost barriers to broadband that are inhibiting #digitalequity across the United States." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Another heartbreaking mass shooting in Kansas City. My prayers are with the victims and their families. We have the power to do something about gun violence in the Senate. We must be allowed to take a vote on the bipartisan, House-passed background checks bill immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Dick Durbin" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. LaHood Applauds President Trump's Plan to Boost Midwest Ethanol and Biodiesel Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Casten, Shalala, King Introduce the Stop College Closures Act of 2019 Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. LaHood Announces Congressional App Challenge for 18th District High School Students Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Underwood Statement on Renewable Fuel Standard Agreement Rep. Lauren Underwood
Oct. 4, 2019 Bost Announces Agreement on The Renewable Fuel Standard Rep. Mike Bost
Oct. 4, 2019 Foster, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Keep STEM Graduates in America Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. Quigley Visits City Hall, Receives His CityKey ID Card Rep. Mike Quigley
Oct. 4, 2019 Harris, Colleagues File Amicus Brief in Support of DACA in the Supreme Court Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Good to see @SchnuckMarkets announce they will no longer sell any tobacco products starting Jan. 1, 2020. Others should do the same. @Walgreens, @Walmart, @riteaid, @DollarGeneral" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "When President Trump ended #DACA more than two years ago, he set in motion a crisis jeopardizing the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people and their families. And now he's taking this fight all the way to the Supreme Court. We can't let him win." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to celebrate #MFGDay19 today. Our manufacturing workers make us stronger. We must ensure that we're doing everything we can to inspire and support the next generation of American manufacturers." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Letter to Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor - Raskin Opposes Department Of Labor's Proposed Rule Allowing Discrimination In Hiring Practices Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "America must maintain a strong STEM workforce to help us compete in the global economy. When we deny international students with advanced STEM degrees from American universities a chance to continue their work in our country, their talents are sent overseas to our competitors." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Recognizing Banner Elementary School for Receiving the National Blue Ribbon Schools Award Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Congressional Leaders File Bipartisan Amicus Brief In Support Of DACA In The Supreme Court Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Possible Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2019 Kelly, Schneider Introduce Legislation to Help Low-Income Seniors Afford Prescription Drugs Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "No tweet could properly respond to this slumgullion of legal and constitutional nonsense, but can we point out that EVERY impeachment of an elected official undoes his election? If that were a problem, there could be no impeachments." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @bradleyu, I talked with students & staff about the passage of the bipartisan First Step Act. It is the most significant criminal justice reform legislation in decades and it became a reality with bipartisan support." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "We must do more to respond to the alarming rise in first responder roadside deaths. That is why @RepCheri and I are announcing the Protecting Roadside First Responders Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Young people across the country are dying from vaping. How much longer will @US_FDA allow this to continue? #VapingTargetsKids" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - ".@BetsyDeVosED failed to follow a clear court order that prohibited collecting debts from former Corinthian College students. These students were sold a stack of lies by Corinthian and it's unacceptable that they continue to be preyed upon by the Trump-DeVos Dept. of Education." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Durbin Highlights New Federal Law To Support Rural Emergency Medical Services Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "It was great to be at the Nauvoo Fire Protection District to discuss new legislation I passed last year. The SIREN Act provides new grant funding for rural fire and EMS agencies in training, recruiting, and purchasing equipment." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "The President's goal of blocking all accountability must not become the Republican party line. Republicans should put country and Constitution over partisan loyalty." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing an easy fast and blessed day to all those observing Yom Kippur in Illinois, across the U.S., and around the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education - Kaine Calls on DeVos to Fix Mismanagement of TEPSLF Program Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 MSNBC "The Rachel Maddow Show" - Transcript: "House subpoenas E.U. Ambassador Sondland" Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 8, 2019 Schakowsky, Higgins, Wild Introduce Legislation to Prevent Drug Manufacturers from Price Gouging Medicare Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Facing worst drug crisis ever, Pres. Trump just transferred another $129M from the military to his beloved wall. This $$ was to stop heroin production in Afghanistan -- but was removed so the Pres. can pose for campaign photos in front of the wall he promised Mexico would pay for." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Letter to Jerome Powell, Chairman on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Joseph M. Otting, Comptroller in the Office of the Currency, and Jelena McWilliams, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation - Brown, Meeks and Members of Congress Demand Bank Regulators Strengthen, Not Weaken the Community Reinvestment Act Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's agreement with Turkish strongman Erdogan to withdraw all US troops from Syria leaves Kurdish allies at risk and ISIS unguarded. Even GOP Senators are breaking with Pres. Trump on this one. How much longer will we tolerate this?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today at Thomson Prison, @ChuckGrassley, @RepCheri, and I received a briefing on the implementation of the First Step Act. The landmark criminal justice reform bill that I led with Sen. Grassley will reduce crime by better preparing inmates to successfully reenter society." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pleased to see @USDOT initiative that mirrors much of the bipartisan legislation I authored with @SenatorBraun to elevate and improve #rural transportation priorities." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I would welcome the opportunity to question Mr. Giuliani under oath. It is time the American people hear the truth from the President's lawyer." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Muting Amb. Sondland from testifying before Congress on impeachment charges puts us on the inevitable path to the Supreme Court. A replay of the Nixon scenario." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the Supreme Court will hear cases to determine the future of LGBTQ protections in the workplace. No one should be fired for being who they are -- that's why I support the #EqualityAct. #DontRollBackOurRights" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "For years, I've been asking our nation's pharmacies to remove dangerous, addictive tobacco products from their shelves. This week, @Walgreens took the important step of announcing that they would no longer sell e-cigarettes. In doing so, they have put children over profits." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Durbin And Bustos Announce New Legislation To Protect First Responders Roadside Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "And yet Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refuses to pass legislation to secure our elections. His inaction benefits only Putin and the Iranian Supreme Leader. We cannot afford to put this off any longer." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's defiance of an impeachment investigation creates a constitutional confrontation. Pres. Trump is prepared to risk his party and his presidency to avoid accountability." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump struggles to defend himself." Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces The END ENDS (Ending Nicotine Dependence From Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems) Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "It is against the law for an American to solicit, accept, or receive anything of value from a foreign national in connection with a U.S. election." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand with the protesters in Hong Kong." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see @CNTraveler name Chicago the country's 'Best Big City' for the third year in a row. Could not agree more!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "It is going to take men and women of courage to get our nation through the days ahead of us." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Broadband access is essential to #digitalinclusion across America. Congress must pass my bicameral Promoting Access to Broadband Act with @RepSeanMaloney to address the cost barriers to broadband that are inhibiting #digitalequity across the United States." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Another heartbreaking mass shooting in Kansas City. My prayers are with the victims and their families. We have the power to do something about gun violence in the Senate. We must be allowed to take a vote on the bipartisan, House-passed background checks bill immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Dick Durbin" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. LaHood Applauds President Trump's Plan to Boost Midwest Ethanol and Biodiesel Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Casten, Shalala, King Introduce the Stop College Closures Act of 2019 Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. LaHood Announces Congressional App Challenge for 18th District High School Students Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Underwood Statement on Renewable Fuel Standard Agreement Rep.Lauren Underwood
Oct. 4, 2019 Bost Announces Agreement on The Renewable Fuel Standard Rep.Mike Bost
Oct. 4, 2019 Foster, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Keep STEM Graduates in America Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Rep. Quigley Visits City Hall, Receives His CityKey ID Card Rep.Mike Quigley
Oct. 4, 2019 Harris, Colleagues File Amicus Brief in Support of DACA in the Supreme Court Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Good to see @SchnuckMarkets announce they will no longer sell any tobacco products starting Jan. 1, 2020. Others should do the same. @Walgreens, @Walmart, @riteaid, @DollarGeneral" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "When President Trump ended #DACA more than two years ago, he set in motion a crisis jeopardizing the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people and their families. And now he's taking this fight all the way to the Supreme Court. We can't let him win." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I'm proud to celebrate #MFGDay19 today. Our manufacturing workers make us stronger. We must ensure that we're doing everything we can to inspire and support the next generation of American manufacturers." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Letter to Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor - Raskin Opposes Department Of Labor's Proposed Rule Allowing Discrimination In Hiring Practices Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "America must maintain a strong STEM workforce to help us compete in the global economy. When we deny international students with advanced STEM degrees from American universities a chance to continue their work in our country, their talents are sent overseas to our competitors." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2019 Recognizing Banner Elementary School for Receiving the National Blue Ribbon Schools Award Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 4, 2019 Congressional Leaders File Bipartisan Amicus Brief In Support Of DACA In The Supreme Court Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Possible Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2019 Kelly, Schneider Introduce Legislation to Help Low-Income Seniors Afford Prescription Drugs Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
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