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Oct. 10, 2018 Tweet - "A few minutes ago, Senate Republicans made it clear they're ok allowing President Trump to peddle worthless junk insurance plans to Americans. They just told millions of people with a pre-existing condition, "good luck" #NoJunkPlans" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2018 Trump Signs Bost's Veterans Bill Into Law Rep. Mike Bost
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I invited Dr. Mukwege to testify at a 2008 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing I held on the scourge of sexual violence in conflict. I had the opportunity to travel to Eastern Congo, where much of the country's horrific sexual violence takes place." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Raise Jamal Khashoggi's Disappearance with the Governments of Saudi Arabia and Turkey Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I spoke to organizations tonight working to end violence against children. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and suffering, and I look forward to continuing to work towards making a difference for our children." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "We can never go back to the days where insurance companies can deny you coverage because of a pre-existing condition. Never. That's why I'll stand with @SenatorBaldwin this week. #NoJunkPlans #ProtectOurCare" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Today I joined @JanSchakowsky and advocates at @SCN_Network to discuss the Trump administration's shameful decision -- in the midst of the worst refugee crisis in history -- to slash refugee admission levels to a historic low of 30,000." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "This is a dire warning from the UN -- and America can't continue down Republican's path of ignorance and denial when it comes to combating climate change. This problem is real, isn't going away, and will take real leadership to solve." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Heartbreaking. President Trump clearly doesn't hear this little girl's cries. What will it take for Republicans who control Congress to step up and hold him accountable for the immigration crisis his policies have created?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Uphold Rule of Law at EPA Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Rep. LaHood Applauds President Trump's E15 Announcement Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to Dr. Wess Mitchell, Assistance Secretary of State - House Democrats Seek Information on Cancellation of State Department Fund to Support Independent Media in Hungary Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Duckworth's Fam Act to Help Nursing Mothers Signed Into Law Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 9, 2018 Duckworth: New Federal Funding to Test for Lead in Schools Will Help Protect Health of Illinois Children Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 7, 2018 Illinois Can't Wait for Washington To Ban 3D-Printed Guns, We Need to Do It Now Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 6, 2018 Rep. LaHood Applauds Confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court Rep. Darin LaHood
Oct. 6, 2018 Duckworth Statement on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's Confirmation to The Supreme Court Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 6, 2018 Schakowsky statement on Brett Kavanaugh's imminent confirmation to the Supreme Court Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Tomorrow is another day. We are blessed to live in a democracy that gives our citizens the last word at the polling place. Today, I voted against the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "If there are serious questions about a nominee's temperament, credibility, or judgment -- as there clearly are for Brett Kavanaugh -- we owe a duty of caution. We should give the benefit of the doubt to protecting the integrity of the Supreme Court." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Bost Statement on FAA Reauthorization Becoming Law Rep. Mike Bost
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Danny K. Davis Condemns Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Dark of Night in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "With so much at stake, we should not confirm a nominee to the Court unless we are sure that the nominee's qualifications are beyond question. I do not have that confidence in Brett Kavanaugh. I will vote no on advancing his nomination today." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Justice Stevens is right -- temperament matters. Judge Kavanaugh made partisan statements last week that I never thought I would hear from a nominee seeking a lifetime appointment to the highest court in the land." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "The vote today was distressing for so many Americans who have survived sexual assault and encountered doubts about their experience. For survivors who are hurting tonight, I want you to know that we hear you, and we believe you. And if you need support, help is available." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 The Government Should Not Deny Any Citizen the Right to Vote Based on Where They Live Rep. Danny Davis
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "This is not a step the ABA takes lightly. It shows the depth of concern about the temperament of the man the Senate is considering for a lifetime judicial appointment." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Sens. Coons, Carper, Booker, Durbin, Rep. Blunt Rochester Condemn Human Rights Abuses in Cameroon Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. John Lausch - Roskam, Illinois GOP push to end culture of corruption perpetuated by Pritzker and Casten Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Rush Joins Letter Urging EPA to Rescind Clean Power Plan Replacement Proposal Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Hails Bipartisan Consensus On Need To Shut Down Sterigenics Plant Over Cancer Risks Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - CPC Urges Withdrawal of Judge Kavanaugh's Nomination and Vows to Exercise House Oversight on Perjury Allegations Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The White House and Senate Republicans rigged the investigation of sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh so the FBI couldn't follow the facts where they led. This does a disservice to Dr. Ford, Deborah Ramirez, all sexual assault survivors, and the American people." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Today the White House made it official: the United States plans to accept the fewest refugees into the U.S. in decades. This comes as the world faces the worst refugee crisis ever. The Trump Administration has turned America's open arms into cold shoulders." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Quigley Leads T-Hud Member Letter to Secretary Carson on Continued Absence of Lgbt Housing Resources Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Congresswoman Kelly Condemns GRU Attack on OPCW, Calls for Stronger U.S. Action Against Russian Cyberattacks Rep. Robin Kelly
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Defazio, Lee, Jones Demand Trump Administration Provide Documentation Justifying Continued Us Involvement in Yemeni Civil War Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Investigation Into Rauner Administration's Response To Legionnaires' Outbreaks At IVH Quincy Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Schneider Introduces Bill to Address Deadly "Charleston Loophole" in National Firearm Background Check System Rep. Brad Schneider
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the 115th Congress - Call for Sweeping Reform Bill Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Investigation Into Rauner Administration's Response to Legionnaires' Outbreaks at Ivh Quincy Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I've received the letter officially confirming an internal DOJ IG investigation into the Department's role in orchestrating and implementing the "zero-tolerance" family separation policy. This was immoral and cruel, and Americans deserve answers from AG Sessions." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Methane Emissions Rule Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Calling what President Trump did at a political rally last night "stating the facts" is outrageous. He openly mocked a sexual assault survivor in an attempt to rally his base and intimidate Dr. Ford. Senate Republicans must stand up to this bullying." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House and Kevin Brady, Chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means - Reps. McSally-Davidson Lead Call for "Retail Glitch" Fix Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 10, 2018 Tweet - "A few minutes ago, Senate Republicans made it clear they're ok allowing President Trump to peddle worthless junk insurance plans to Americans. They just told millions of people with a pre-existing condition, "good luck" #NoJunkPlans" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2018 Trump Signs Bost's Veterans Bill Into Law Rep.Mike Bost
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I invited Dr. Mukwege to testify at a 2008 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing I held on the scourge of sexual violence in conflict. I had the opportunity to travel to Eastern Congo, where much of the country's horrific sexual violence takes place." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Raise Jamal Khashoggi's Disappearance with the Governments of Saudi Arabia and Turkey Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "I spoke to organizations tonight working to end violence against children. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and suffering, and I look forward to continuing to work towards making a difference for our children." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "We can never go back to the days where insurance companies can deny you coverage because of a pre-existing condition. Never. That's why I'll stand with @SenatorBaldwin this week. #NoJunkPlans #ProtectOurCare" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Today I joined @JanSchakowsky and advocates at @SCN_Network to discuss the Trump administration's shameful decision -- in the midst of the worst refugee crisis in history -- to slash refugee admission levels to a historic low of 30,000." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "This is a dire warning from the UN -- and America can't continue down Republican's path of ignorance and denial when it comes to combating climate change. This problem is real, isn't going away, and will take real leadership to solve." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Heartbreaking. President Trump clearly doesn't hear this little girl's cries. What will it take for Republicans who control Congress to step up and hold him accountable for the immigration crisis his policies have created?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Uphold Rule of Law at EPA Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Rep. LaHood Applauds President Trump's E15 Announcement Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 9, 2018 Letter to Dr. Wess Mitchell, Assistance Secretary of State - House Democrats Seek Information on Cancellation of State Department Fund to Support Independent Media in Hungary Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 9, 2018 Duckworth's Fam Act to Help Nursing Mothers Signed Into Law Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 9, 2018 Duckworth: New Federal Funding to Test for Lead in Schools Will Help Protect Health of Illinois Children Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 7, 2018 Illinois Can't Wait for Washington To Ban 3D-Printed Guns, We Need to Do It Now Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 6, 2018 Rep. LaHood Applauds Confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court Rep.Darin LaHood
Oct. 6, 2018 Duckworth Statement on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's Confirmation to The Supreme Court Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 6, 2018 Schakowsky statement on Brett Kavanaugh's imminent confirmation to the Supreme Court Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Tomorrow is another day. We are blessed to live in a democracy that gives our citizens the last word at the polling place. Today, I voted against the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2018 Tweet - "If there are serious questions about a nominee's temperament, credibility, or judgment -- as there clearly are for Brett Kavanaugh -- we owe a duty of caution. We should give the benefit of the doubt to protecting the integrity of the Supreme Court." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Schneider Leads 100+ Democratic Members Urging Trump Administration to Reverse Decision to Deny Visas to Same-Sex Partners of Foreign Diplomats Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Bost Statement on FAA Reauthorization Becoming Law Rep.Mike Bost
Oct. 5, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Danny K. Davis Condemns Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Dark of Night in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "With so much at stake, we should not confirm a nominee to the Court unless we are sure that the nominee's qualifications are beyond question. I do not have that confidence in Brett Kavanaugh. I will vote no on advancing his nomination today." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Justice Stevens is right -- temperament matters. Judge Kavanaugh made partisan statements last week that I never thought I would hear from a nominee seeking a lifetime appointment to the highest court in the land." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "The vote today was distressing for so many Americans who have survived sexual assault and encountered doubts about their experience. For survivors who are hurting tonight, I want you to know that we hear you, and we believe you. And if you need support, help is available." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 The Government Should Not Deny Any Citizen the Right to Vote Based on Where They Live Rep.Danny Davis
Oct. 5, 2018 Tweet - "This is not a step the ABA takes lightly. It shows the depth of concern about the temperament of the man the Senate is considering for a lifetime judicial appointment." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Sens. Coons, Carper, Booker, Durbin, Rep. Blunt Rochester Condemn Human Rights Abuses in Cameroon Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. John Lausch - Roskam, Illinois GOP push to end culture of corruption perpetuated by Pritzker and Casten Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Rush Joins Letter Urging EPA to Rescind Clean Power Plan Replacement Proposal Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Hails Bipartisan Consensus On Need To Shut Down Sterigenics Plant Over Cancer Risks Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - CPC Urges Withdrawal of Judge Kavanaugh's Nomination and Vows to Exercise House Oversight on Perjury Allegations Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The White House and Senate Republicans rigged the investigation of sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh so the FBI couldn't follow the facts where they led. This does a disservice to Dr. Ford, Deborah Ramirez, all sexual assault survivors, and the American people." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Today the White House made it official: the United States plans to accept the fewest refugees into the U.S. in decades. This comes as the world faces the worst refugee crisis ever. The Trump Administration has turned America's open arms into cold shoulders." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - Quigley Leads T-Hud Member Letter to Secretary Carson on Continued Absence of Lgbt Housing Resources Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Congresswoman Kelly Condemns GRU Attack on OPCW, Calls for Stronger U.S. Action Against Russian Cyberattacks Rep.Robin Kelly
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Defazio, Lee, Jones Demand Trump Administration Provide Documentation Justifying Continued Us Involvement in Yemeni Civil War Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Durbin, Duckworth Statement On Investigation Into Rauner Administration's Response To Legionnaires' Outbreaks At IVH Quincy Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Executive Session Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Schneider Introduces Bill to Address Deadly "Charleston Loophole" in National Firearm Background Check System Rep.Brad Schneider
Oct. 4, 2018 Letter to the 115th Congress - Call for Sweeping Reform Bill Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Oct. 4, 2018 Duckworth, Durbin Statement on Investigation Into Rauner Administration's Response to Legionnaires' Outbreaks at Ivh Quincy Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 4, 2018 Tweet - "I've received the letter officially confirming an internal DOJ IG investigation into the Department's role in orchestrating and implementing the "zero-tolerance" family separation policy. This was immoral and cruel, and Americans deserve answers from AG Sessions." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Methane Emissions Rule Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Oct. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Calling what President Trump did at a political rally last night "stating the facts" is outrageous. He openly mocked a sexual assault survivor in an attempt to rally his base and intimidate Dr. Ford. Senate Republicans must stand up to this bullying." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 3, 2018 Letter to Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House and Kevin Brady, Chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means - Reps. McSally-Davidson Lead Call for "Retail Glitch" Fix Rep.Mike Bost, ...
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