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Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "BOP plays a critical role in implementing the landmark First Step Act. In our meeting today, I asked BOP Director Dr. Hawk Sawyer to address issues like staffing shortages & the overuse of solitary confinement that are undermining the progress of criminal justice reform." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin, Booker, Harris Introduce New Legislation To Combat Overuse Of Solitary Confinement In Immigration Detention Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Big Pharma spends $6 billion to flood the airwaves with drug ads that tell you everything but the price. Patients deserve to know the cost, but Big Pharma wants to keep it a secret. Yesterday, I tried to pass my bill with @ChuckGrassley to require price tags in drug ads." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin Meets With Director Of Bureau Of Prisons, Dr. Hawk Sawyer, To Discuss Criminal Justice Reform Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 13, 2019 U.S. House Subcommittee Takes Major Congressional Action on America's Maternal Mortality Crisis Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Joint Statement by Senators Menendez, Durbin, and Cruz on Crisis in Bolivia Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Calendar Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Good to see Gambia file suit at the International Court of Justice accusing Burma of genocide against the Rohingya. Senator McConnell should show the same kind of leadership and allow a vote on the bipartisan Burma Human Rights and Freedom Act of 2019 immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump must raise Pres. Erdogan's cozying up to Putin & abysmal human rights record during their meeting--including violence against the Kurds & the mass detention of journalists, rights activists, & local staff of U.S. Consulates. Pres. Trump can't keep giving Turkey a pass." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Troubled by the ongoing violence in Hong Kong. The overwhelming majority of HK citizens aspire for greater political freedom--it's time for Leader McConnell to allow a vote on the bipartisan Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Durbin, Colleagues Statement On DOD OIG Decision To Not Investigate Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative Funding Delay Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "I'm disappointed by the DoD OIG's decision not to investigate the delayed release of Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative funding that was appropriated by Congress. Read my statement w/ @SenatorLeahy @SenJackReed @PattyMurray @SenatorTomUdall @SenFeinstein @SenatorBaldwin here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump must stop AG Barr's undermining of the landmark bipartisan reforms that I authored with @ChuckGrassley to reduce sentences for nonviolent drug offenses." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Good to meet with Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel Romauldez yesterday to discuss the continued detention of Philippine Senator Leila de Lima and troubling harassment of journalist Maria Ressa. Both should be resolved immediately." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Foster's Bipartisan Legislation to Extend Education Benefits for Military Families Passes House Rep. Bill Foster
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization 223 days ago. Senator McConnell has yet to hold a vote in the Senate. The House is doing its job for the American people, Senate Republicans are not. The Senate remains little more than a legislative graveyard." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Durbin Calls On Congress To Pass Legislation To Require Disclosure Of Prescription Drug Prices In TV Ads Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Foster Introduces Legislation to Improve Government Access to Scientific Information Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "#Dreamers are some of the most courageous and determined people in the United States of America. The President's attacks on #DACA & these young people are shameful and cruel. I will always stand with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Letter to Nita Lowey, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, Richard Shelby, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, and Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Kuster Leads Bipartisan Letter Requesting Increased Funding for Veterans Housing Program Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 On Day Of Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream & Promise Act Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Statement on Veterans Day Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 12, 2019 Congressman García: "The Supreme Court Must Protect DACA" Rep. Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's attacks on #DACA and #Dreamers are pathetic. He's trying to destroy the dreams of nearly 800,000 young people who know no home outside of the United States. Regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, we will not let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I just went to the Senate floor to request unanimous consent to immediately pass the House-passed, bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act that would establish a path to citizenship for #Dreamers. Republicans objected. I will not stop fighting to #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Going to the Senate floor to discuss #DACA as it goes before the Supreme Court." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court and Congress must defend #Dreamers from President Trump's cruel attacks on #DACA. Read my op-ed for @CNN with @RepZoeLofgren here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, our values as Americans are at stake. Immigrants make the United States a better and stronger place. I hope the Justices will join me in standing with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Statement On DACA Supreme Court Oral Arguments Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "If Pres. Trump is allowed to terminate the #DACA program, the impact will be felt in every corner of our society. Our health care system would be hit particularly hard without the hard work of #Dreamers in health care professions across the country." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments today in President Trump's case against #DACA. If he has his way, he'll be putting the lives of hundreds of thousands of #Dreamers in peril. We can't let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, I can't help but admire the courage of #Dreamers. These young people have never given up the fight. Every single day, they've showed bravery & today is another one of those days. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "No matter what President Trump says, he will never be able to break the spirit of these brave young #Dreamers. They are determined to be a part of our country's future--and our future will be brighter because of them. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Meets With DACA Students From Loyola Chicago Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with two #Dreamers--Cesar and Fernanda--before sharing their stories on the Senate floor. They are just two of the many brave & determined #Dreamers who want nothing more than to stay in the only country they've ever called home. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 CNN - The Supreme Court and Congress must defend Dreamers Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be on @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss the President's case against #DACA as it heads to the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining @NewDay shortly to discuss the #DACA program as we prepare to hear oral arguments in its case before the Supreme Court later today. Tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Soon, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Pres. Trump's case against #DACA. I am always proud to stand with the 800,000+ #Dreamers who call this country home, and I will be proud to stand in unity with them today at the Supreme Court. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @NPR @MorningEdition soon to talk about the #DACA program before it goes in front of the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "José Ferrar is an important voice for democracy in Cuba. I'm troubled by his imprisonment and even more so by his reported mistreatment. If Cuba is ever going to join the international community of democracies, it cannot jail activists like Mr. Ferrar." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @NorthwesternLaw I spoke at the #RethinkingSolitary Confinement symposium. Earlier this year I reintroduced the Solitary Confinement Reform Act to reduce the use of solitary confinement and improve the conditions for inmates." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I always enjoy participating in naturalization ceremonies, like today's event for 42 new American citizens in Chicago. I proudly display my mother's naturalization certificate on my desk in the Capitol as a reminder of her sacrifice." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today's students are tomorrow's leaders. On #STEAMDay, let's work to foster opportunities for our students to learn and grow in the sciences, tech, engineering, arts, & math." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments about the fate of the #DACA program. The lives of more than 800,000 #Dreamers hang in the balance. We must give them our full support & never stop working on their behalf. I will always #StandWithDreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to receive @NatImmForum's Courage to Lead Award yesterday. As the son of an immigrant, this issue is personal to me, and I will continue to advocate for policies that ensure America remains a nation of immigrants." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin Introduces Bill To Lower Price Of Insulin & Ensure Americans Pay No More Than Patients In Other Countries Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "It's unconscionable that Americans are rationing insulin because Big Pharma is charging $300+ a vial while consumers in Canada pay only $37 for the same product. Americans shouldn't have to pay more for insulin than patients in other countries for this life-saving drug." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This remarkable report from @SenatorMenendez shows that the Trump Administration, in an effort to advance its anti-immigrant agenda, knowingly undermined American national security & put the lives of 400,000 people at risk." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to K. C. Crosthwaite, Chief Executive Officer of JUUL Labs - Oversight Subcommittee Requests Documents from JUUL Labs on Product Contamination Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to David S. Murphy, President pf Alternative Ingredients - Oversight Subcommittee Requests Documents from JUUL Labs on Product Contamination Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hosts Unity Breakfast In Palatine, IL Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Merkley, Durbin introduce legislation to end price gouging for insulin Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "The Cambodian government's oppression of political opposition must end. I'm joining @SenMarkey & @SenTedCruz in calling on Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen to release his political prisoners and restore basic freedoms to the country's democratic process." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Despite the recent death of al-Baghdadi, ISIS presents an ongoing national security threat to the US, our allies, and our interests. Without a clear path forward, ISIS will continue to spread its violent ideology that has inspired affiliated groups & attacks throughout the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I was pleased when the trumped-up charges against Equatorial Guinean cartoonist Ramon Esono were dropped last year--and even more delighted to meet with him this fall. I urge President Obiang of Equatorial Guinea to do the same with jailed human rights leader Joaquin Elo Ayeto." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I wrote the provision of the landmark #FirstStepAct that reduces these unjust sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. The position of AG Barr's Justice Department is absolutely wrong." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Ahead Of President Trump's Meeting With Erdogan, Durbin & Senate Democrats Press President Trump For Comprehensive Plan That Addresses Unanswered Questions About Admin's Efforts To Counter ISIS Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I hope Sec. Pompeo upheld American values & raised human rights--including accountability for Khashoggi's murder, & the politically-motivated detentions of women's rights activists Samar & Loujain, human rights defenders Raif & Waleed, and American citizen Dr. Walid Fitaihi." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 6, 2019 Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 New Democrat Coalition statement on Trump's decision to begin the withdrawal process from the Paris Climate Accord Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Troubling to see Antiguan Prime Minister Browne convey legitimacy to Maduro while he arrests & tortures his opposition & millions of Venezuelans flee in hunger & desperation. When will the proud democracies of our Caribbean neighbors stop enabling Maduro's criminal regime?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "This op-ed from the former Republican Governor of Maryland, Robert Ehrlich, lays out why Congress must pass my Prohibiting Punishment of Acquitted Conduct Act with @ChuckGrassley. No one should have to spend time in jail for acquitted conduct." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "It was an honor to present Walter Shaub with the Senator Paul Douglas Ethics in Government Award. Sen. Douglas, my old boss, wrote the book on ethics in gov't--literally--and Mr. Shaub more than lived up to that legacy in his role as the Director of the Office of Government Ethics." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Over the years, I've gone the Senate floor more than 100 times to tell the stories of #Dreamers. Today, I shared the story of Ernestor De La Rosa from Dodge City, Kansas. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guiado, Receives Update On Current Situation Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin. is breaking with bipartisan tradition & permanently damaging our ability to accept the most vulnerable refugees. I'm joining my @JudiciaryDems colleagues in asking Sec. Pompeo & DHS for a briefing on the impact of Pres. Trump's dismal refugee resettlement goal." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Honored to speak with interim Venezuelan President Guaidó, who has shown remarkable courage & determination to forge a better future for the Venezuelan people. I will continue to support his efforts while pushing the Trump Admin. to grant TPS to Venezuelans in the US." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "BOP plays a critical role in implementing the landmark First Step Act. In our meeting today, I asked BOP Director Dr. Hawk Sawyer to address issues like staffing shortages & the overuse of solitary confinement that are undermining the progress of criminal justice reform." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin, Booker, Harris Introduce New Legislation To Combat Overuse Of Solitary Confinement In Immigration Detention Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Big Pharma spends $6 billion to flood the airwaves with drug ads that tell you everything but the price. Patients deserve to know the cost, but Big Pharma wants to keep it a secret. Yesterday, I tried to pass my bill with @ChuckGrassley to require price tags in drug ads." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin Meets With Director Of Bureau Of Prisons, Dr. Hawk Sawyer, To Discuss Criminal Justice Reform Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 13, 2019 U.S. House Subcommittee Takes Major Congressional Action on America's Maternal Mortality Crisis Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Joint Statement by Senators Menendez, Durbin, and Cruz on Crisis in Bolivia Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Calendar Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Good to see Gambia file suit at the International Court of Justice accusing Burma of genocide against the Rohingya. Senator McConnell should show the same kind of leadership and allow a vote on the bipartisan Burma Human Rights and Freedom Act of 2019 immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Pres. Trump must raise Pres. Erdogan's cozying up to Putin & abysmal human rights record during their meeting--including violence against the Kurds & the mass detention of journalists, rights activists, & local staff of U.S. Consulates. Pres. Trump can't keep giving Turkey a pass." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Troubled by the ongoing violence in Hong Kong. The overwhelming majority of HK citizens aspire for greater political freedom--it's time for Leader McConnell to allow a vote on the bipartisan Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Durbin, Colleagues Statement On DOD OIG Decision To Not Investigate Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative Funding Delay Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "I'm disappointed by the DoD OIG's decision not to investigate the delayed release of Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative funding that was appropriated by Congress. Read my statement w/ @SenatorLeahy @SenJackReed @PattyMurray @SenatorTomUdall @SenFeinstein @SenatorBaldwin here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump must stop AG Barr's undermining of the landmark bipartisan reforms that I authored with @ChuckGrassley to reduce sentences for nonviolent drug offenses." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Good to meet with Philippine Ambassador Jose Manuel Romauldez yesterday to discuss the continued detention of Philippine Senator Leila de Lima and troubling harassment of journalist Maria Ressa. Both should be resolved immediately." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Foster's Bipartisan Legislation to Extend Education Benefits for Military Families Passes House Rep.Bill Foster
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization 223 days ago. Senator McConnell has yet to hold a vote in the Senate. The House is doing its job for the American people, Senate Republicans are not. The Senate remains little more than a legislative graveyard." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Durbin Calls On Congress To Pass Legislation To Require Disclosure Of Prescription Drug Prices In TV Ads Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Foster Introduces Legislation to Improve Government Access to Scientific Information Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "#Dreamers are some of the most courageous and determined people in the United States of America. The President's attacks on #DACA & these young people are shameful and cruel. I will always stand with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Letter to Nita Lowey, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, Richard Shelby, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, and Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Kuster Leads Bipartisan Letter Requesting Increased Funding for Veterans Housing Program Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 On Day Of Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream & Promise Act Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Statement on Veterans Day Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 12, 2019 Congressman García: "The Supreme Court Must Protect DACA" Rep.Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's attacks on #DACA and #Dreamers are pathetic. He's trying to destroy the dreams of nearly 800,000 young people who know no home outside of the United States. Regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, we will not let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I just went to the Senate floor to request unanimous consent to immediately pass the House-passed, bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act that would establish a path to citizenship for #Dreamers. Republicans objected. I will not stop fighting to #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Going to the Senate floor to discuss #DACA as it goes before the Supreme Court." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court and Congress must defend #Dreamers from President Trump's cruel attacks on #DACA. Read my op-ed for @CNN with @RepZoeLofgren here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, our values as Americans are at stake. Immigrants make the United States a better and stronger place. I hope the Justices will join me in standing with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Statement On DACA Supreme Court Oral Arguments Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "If Pres. Trump is allowed to terminate the #DACA program, the impact will be felt in every corner of our society. Our health care system would be hit particularly hard without the hard work of #Dreamers in health care professions across the country." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments today in President Trump's case against #DACA. If he has his way, he'll be putting the lives of hundreds of thousands of #Dreamers in peril. We can't let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, I can't help but admire the courage of #Dreamers. These young people have never given up the fight. Every single day, they've showed bravery & today is another one of those days. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "No matter what President Trump says, he will never be able to break the spirit of these brave young #Dreamers. They are determined to be a part of our country's future--and our future will be brighter because of them. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Meets With DACA Students From Loyola Chicago Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with two #Dreamers--Cesar and Fernanda--before sharing their stories on the Senate floor. They are just two of the many brave & determined #Dreamers who want nothing more than to stay in the only country they've ever called home. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 CNN - The Supreme Court and Congress must defend Dreamers Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be on @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss the President's case against #DACA as it heads to the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining @NewDay shortly to discuss the #DACA program as we prepare to hear oral arguments in its case before the Supreme Court later today. Tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Soon, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Pres. Trump's case against #DACA. I am always proud to stand with the 800,000+ #Dreamers who call this country home, and I will be proud to stand in unity with them today at the Supreme Court. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @NPR @MorningEdition soon to talk about the #DACA program before it goes in front of the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "José Ferrar is an important voice for democracy in Cuba. I'm troubled by his imprisonment and even more so by his reported mistreatment. If Cuba is ever going to join the international community of democracies, it cannot jail activists like Mr. Ferrar." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @NorthwesternLaw I spoke at the #RethinkingSolitary Confinement symposium. Earlier this year I reintroduced the Solitary Confinement Reform Act to reduce the use of solitary confinement and improve the conditions for inmates." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I always enjoy participating in naturalization ceremonies, like today's event for 42 new American citizens in Chicago. I proudly display my mother's naturalization certificate on my desk in the Capitol as a reminder of her sacrifice." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today's students are tomorrow's leaders. On #STEAMDay, let's work to foster opportunities for our students to learn and grow in the sciences, tech, engineering, arts, & math." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments about the fate of the #DACA program. The lives of more than 800,000 #Dreamers hang in the balance. We must give them our full support & never stop working on their behalf. I will always #StandWithDreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to receive @NatImmForum's Courage to Lead Award yesterday. As the son of an immigrant, this issue is personal to me, and I will continue to advocate for policies that ensure America remains a nation of immigrants." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin Introduces Bill To Lower Price Of Insulin & Ensure Americans Pay No More Than Patients In Other Countries Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "It's unconscionable that Americans are rationing insulin because Big Pharma is charging $300+ a vial while consumers in Canada pay only $37 for the same product. Americans shouldn't have to pay more for insulin than patients in other countries for this life-saving drug." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This remarkable report from @SenatorMenendez shows that the Trump Administration, in an effort to advance its anti-immigrant agenda, knowingly undermined American national security & put the lives of 400,000 people at risk." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to K. C. Crosthwaite, Chief Executive Officer of JUUL Labs - Oversight Subcommittee Requests Documents from JUUL Labs on Product Contamination Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to David S. Murphy, President pf Alternative Ingredients - Oversight Subcommittee Requests Documents from JUUL Labs on Product Contamination Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hosts Unity Breakfast In Palatine, IL Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 7, 2019 Merkley, Durbin introduce legislation to end price gouging for insulin Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "The Cambodian government's oppression of political opposition must end. I'm joining @SenMarkey & @SenTedCruz in calling on Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen to release his political prisoners and restore basic freedoms to the country's democratic process." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Despite the recent death of al-Baghdadi, ISIS presents an ongoing national security threat to the US, our allies, and our interests. Without a clear path forward, ISIS will continue to spread its violent ideology that has inspired affiliated groups & attacks throughout the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I was pleased when the trumped-up charges against Equatorial Guinean cartoonist Ramon Esono were dropped last year--and even more delighted to meet with him this fall. I urge President Obiang of Equatorial Guinea to do the same with jailed human rights leader Joaquin Elo Ayeto." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I wrote the provision of the landmark #FirstStepAct that reduces these unjust sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. The position of AG Barr's Justice Department is absolutely wrong." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Ahead Of President Trump's Meeting With Erdogan, Durbin & Senate Democrats Press President Trump For Comprehensive Plan That Addresses Unanswered Questions About Admin's Efforts To Counter ISIS Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I hope Sec. Pompeo upheld American values & raised human rights--including accountability for Khashoggi's murder, & the politically-motivated detentions of women's rights activists Samar & Loujain, human rights defenders Raif & Waleed, and American citizen Dr. Walid Fitaihi." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 6, 2019 Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 New Democrat Coalition statement on Trump's decision to begin the withdrawal process from the Paris Climate Accord Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Troubling to see Antiguan Prime Minister Browne convey legitimacy to Maduro while he arrests & tortures his opposition & millions of Venezuelans flee in hunger & desperation. When will the proud democracies of our Caribbean neighbors stop enabling Maduro's criminal regime?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "This op-ed from the former Republican Governor of Maryland, Robert Ehrlich, lays out why Congress must pass my Prohibiting Punishment of Acquitted Conduct Act with @ChuckGrassley. No one should have to spend time in jail for acquitted conduct." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "It was an honor to present Walter Shaub with the Senator Paul Douglas Ethics in Government Award. Sen. Douglas, my old boss, wrote the book on ethics in gov't--literally--and Mr. Shaub more than lived up to that legacy in his role as the Director of the Office of Government Ethics." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Over the years, I've gone the Senate floor more than 100 times to tell the stories of #Dreamers. Today, I shared the story of Ernestor De La Rosa from Dodge City, Kansas. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guiado, Receives Update On Current Situation Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump Admin. is breaking with bipartisan tradition & permanently damaging our ability to accept the most vulnerable refugees. I'm joining my @JudiciaryDems colleagues in asking Sec. Pompeo & DHS for a briefing on the impact of Pres. Trump's dismal refugee resettlement goal." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Honored to speak with interim Venezuelan President Guaidó, who has shown remarkable courage & determination to forge a better future for the Venezuelan people. I will continue to support his efforts while pushing the Trump Admin. to grant TPS to Venezuelans in the US." Sen.Dick Durbin
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