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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 Leahy, Durbin, Schatz REAX To President Trump Robbing From The Military To Pay For His Vanity Wall 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 - "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 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 - "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
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 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. Danny Davis, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Quigley Re-Introduces Poland Visa Waiver Act Rep. Mike Quigley
Aug. 30, 2019 Duckworth visits Vietnam & Thailand as part of armed services committee congressional delegation 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 - Duckworth to Trump Administration: Stop disrespecting U.S. servicemembers and diplomats willing to sacrifice for our nation Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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 - "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 - "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. 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 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 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 Durbin Statement On Senator Isakson's Decision To Resign 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 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. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Why does President Trump continue to be former communist KGB agent Putin's cheerleader? And when will my Republican colleagues finally speak out against President Trump's championing of a Russian dictator?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see that North Carolina is taking action against e-cigarettes companies, who have blatantly targeted our kids with their dangerous and addictive vaping products. If @US_FDA had done their job in the first place, we wouldn't be in this predicament." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, and the Hon. Mitch Zeller, Dir. of the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Tobacco Products - Durbin Presses FDA To Regulate E-Cigarettes In Aftermath Of Vaping Death And Illnesses Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Last week, an IL resident died from severe respiratory illness after vaping -- nationwide, these devices have sickened nearly 200 people. So, I'm sending yet another letter to the FDA today to ask that they finally act against this dangerous threat to our nation's public health." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Illinois Post Office to Be Named for Tuskegee Airman Rep. Robin Kelly
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "The Sinai Urban Health Institute spearheads the Gun Violence Research Collaborative--a leading evidence-based research effort into gun violence--which includes several hospitals that are a part of the HEAL Initiative. Learn more about HEAL here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Illinois stands to lose at least $1,800 per year in federal funding, for ten years, for each person who goes uncounted. This morning @CongressmanRaja, @RepBobbyRush, @RepMikeQuigley, and I were at @MyForefront to call for a full and fair #Census2020 count." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "The fires burning through the Amazon Rainforest are devastating one of our planet's most precious natural resources. My heart is with the Brazilian people as they work to put out this blaze." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 25, 2019 Tweet - "More than one million Rohingya continue to live in refugee camps after being savagely chased from their homes in Burma. This is unacceptable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 24, 2019 Tweet - "My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Trooper Nicholas Hopkins, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing this brave officer a speedy recovery. We have to do better by our nation's law enforcement officers -- it's far too easy for violent people to get their hands on guns they should never be allowed to possess." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - ".@FDACommissioner: an Illinois resident who recently vaped -- and got sick with severe respiratory illness -- has now died. Why are you allowing these dangerous and addictive products to remain on the market? Do something." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Reacts To President Trump's Erratic Behavior And Its Impact On The Economy Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 23, 2019 Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Responds To Vaping-Linked Death Of Illinois Man, The First In The Nation Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "We should be doing everything in our power to help keep innocent families out of harm's way by granting TPS to Venezuelans already living in the US. Sadly, President Trump and Senate Republicans are blocking TPS for Venezuela, putting lives at risk." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 In Thailand, Duckworth highlights importance of the U.S.-Thai alliance and maintaining the international rule of law Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Big Pharma spends billions to flood the airwaves with drug ads, but sued to avoid having to tell patients what their drugs cost. @ChuckGrassley and I will keep fighting to require price tags in direct-to-consumer drug ads, which will lower costs and empower patients." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Menendez, Rep. Soto Lead Bicameral Letter Requesting HUD to Immediately Publish Disaster Recovery Funds Disbursement Requirements for Puerto Rico and U.S.VI Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "E-cigarettes like JUUL are addicting our children to nicotine in record numbers, and now they are sending teenagers to the hospital with serious vaping-related respiratory illnesses." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 U.S. Rep. Kelly Marks Black Women's Equal Pay Day with Empowerment Symposium Rep. Robin Kelly
Aug. 22, 2019 Congresswoman Kelly Conducts First Non-Partisan Congressional Maternal Health Field Inquiry in Chicago Rep. Robin Kelly
Aug. 22, 2019 Bost Announces Head Start Grant For Franklin And Williamson Counties Rep. Mike Bost
Aug. 21, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley" Rep. Mike Quigley
Aug. 21, 2019 In Bangkok, Duckworth meets with Thai princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Punishing migrant children with indefinite detention is immoral and un-American and will not make us safer. We can secure our border while treating families fleeing horrific persecution with compassion & humanity. I strongly oppose any efforts to eliminate the Flores Agreement." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 21, 2019 Congressman García's Statement on Trump Administration's Move to Undercut Flores Agreement Rep. Chuy Garcia
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 45th anniversary of the Equal Educational Opportunities Act, which prohibits discrimination in our schools. @BestyDevosED should use this opportunity to recommit to the mission of that bill - ensuring equal participation & an equitable education for every child." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Cheryl Stanton, Admin for the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Wage and Hour Division - Castro, Grijalva Call for Department of Labor to Resume Visa Certification Process for Abused Workers and Trafficking Victims Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is traumatizing an entire generation. That's why I've passed legislation to help children who face trauma & joined forces with hospitals to launch the Chicago HEAL Initiative, aimed at addressing the root causes of this violence." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 20, 2019 Congresswoman Schakowsky's Statement on Trump Administration Forcing Planned Parenthood Out of Title X Funding Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Rep. Johnson, Colleagues Ask DOJ for Answers on Brazil Corruption & Persecution of Former President Lula da Silva Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Letter to Administrator Cheryl Stanton, Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor - Reps. Grijalva & Castro: DOL's New Guidance on U and T Visas will Silence Vulnerable Immigrant Workers Rep. Bill Foster, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Congresswoman Schakowsky's Statement on Israel Denying Entry To Her Two Colleagues Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jonathan Hayes, Dir. of the Office of Refugee Resettlement - Merkley, senators urge administration to permanently shut down Homestead child prison Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Glad to see Illinois join more than a dozen other states in challenging the Trump Admin's changes to the public charge rule. This Admin's plan to limit legal immigration based on an applicant's wealth is entirely un-American." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On Israel's Decision To Deny Members Of Congress Entry At President Trump's Urging Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is a constant and deadly threat to our nation's law enforcement officers. Thankful as always for the bravery of the Illinois State Police and wishing this officer a speedy recovery." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Trump's Attempt to Shift Funds to Expand ICE Detention Centers Rep. Chuy Garcia
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, U.S. Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's Centers for Medicare and Medicaid - Senator Hassan, Colleagues Send Letter to HHS Demanding Answers on How Agency is Combating Health Care Fraud Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 15, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Out Front" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Brad Schneider" Rep. Brad Schneider
Aug. 15, 2019 Schneider Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu Denying Entry to Israel to Two Members of Congress Rep. Brad Schneider
Aug. 15, 2019 Casten Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu's Decision to Bar Members of Congress from Entering Israel Rep. Sean Casten
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "The situation in Philadelphia last night reminds us of the selflessness and bravery of our men and women in law enforcement. I'm grateful for the sacrifices they make on a daily basis to keep our communities safe." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Seven years ago, the DACA program began accepting applications from Dreamers across the U.S. With Pres. Trump taking his cruel efforts to repeal DACA to the Supreme Court, Senate Republicans should do their job and pass the American Dream & Promise Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm disappointed in Israel's decision to deny entry to two sitting members of the United States Congress -- as well as Pres. Trump's heinous & unprecedented lobbying efforts on the matter. Nothing is gained by stifling voices or opinions you disagree with." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Duckworth speaks out against Trump Administration's "Public Charge" rule Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Gun store heists like this can and should be prevented. My bill with @RepSchneider, the SECURE Firearm Storage Act, would address this problem by requiring the kind of additional security measures that would prevent burglaries just like this." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Is there any question that e-cig flavors like "Strawberry Milk," "Peach Madness," or "Froopy" (Froot Loops) are targeted towards children? These companies are going to hook an entire generation of youth on nicotine. The @US_FDA must remove these illegal products from the market." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr is right to be upset about the crisis in our federal prisons, but his outrage regarding the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein rings hollow. Since taking office, Pres. Trump and his Administration have only made the situation in our federal prisons worse." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 12, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Matthews" - Transcript: Trump: "Trump defends racially charged remarks." Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm concerned about the census. For each person who goes uncounted, Illinois stands to lose at least $1,800 per year. Read the letter I sent, along with the other Democratic members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation, to US Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 12, 2019 Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - Duckworth Demands Trump Administration Explain Decision to Deny Citizenship Interview to U.S. Marine Veteran Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Penalizing immigrants living here legally will do nothing to fix the situation at our border and will only sow fear & distrust in immigrant communities across the US." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
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 Leahy, Durbin, Schatz REAX To President Trump Robbing From The Military To Pay For His Vanity Wall 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 - "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 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 - "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
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 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.Danny Davis, ...
Aug. 30, 2019 Quigley Re-Introduces Poland Visa Waiver Act Rep.Mike Quigley
Aug. 30, 2019 Duckworth visits Vietnam & Thailand as part of armed services committee congressional delegation 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 - Duckworth to Trump Administration: Stop disrespecting U.S. servicemembers and diplomats willing to sacrifice for our nation Sen.Ladda Duckworth
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 - "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 - "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. 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 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 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 Durbin Statement On Senator Isakson's Decision To Resign 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 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. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Why does President Trump continue to be former communist KGB agent Putin's cheerleader? And when will my Republican colleagues finally speak out against President Trump's championing of a Russian dictator?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see that North Carolina is taking action against e-cigarettes companies, who have blatantly targeted our kids with their dangerous and addictive vaping products. If @US_FDA had done their job in the first place, we wouldn't be in this predicament." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Norman Sharpless, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, and the Hon. Mitch Zeller, Dir. of the Food and Drug Administration's Center for Tobacco Products - Durbin Presses FDA To Regulate E-Cigarettes In Aftermath Of Vaping Death And Illnesses Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Last week, an IL resident died from severe respiratory illness after vaping -- nationwide, these devices have sickened nearly 200 people. So, I'm sending yet another letter to the FDA today to ask that they finally act against this dangerous threat to our nation's public health." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Illinois Post Office to Be Named for Tuskegee Airman Rep.Robin Kelly
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "The Sinai Urban Health Institute spearheads the Gun Violence Research Collaborative--a leading evidence-based research effort into gun violence--which includes several hospitals that are a part of the HEAL Initiative. Learn more about HEAL here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Illinois stands to lose at least $1,800 per year in federal funding, for ten years, for each person who goes uncounted. This morning @CongressmanRaja, @RepBobbyRush, @RepMikeQuigley, and I were at @MyForefront to call for a full and fair #Census2020 count." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "The fires burning through the Amazon Rainforest are devastating one of our planet's most precious natural resources. My heart is with the Brazilian people as they work to put out this blaze." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 25, 2019 Tweet - "More than one million Rohingya continue to live in refugee camps after being savagely chased from their homes in Burma. This is unacceptable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 24, 2019 Tweet - "My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Trooper Nicholas Hopkins, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Wishing this brave officer a speedy recovery. We have to do better by our nation's law enforcement officers -- it's far too easy for violent people to get their hands on guns they should never be allowed to possess." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - ".@FDACommissioner: an Illinois resident who recently vaped -- and got sick with severe respiratory illness -- has now died. Why are you allowing these dangerous and addictive products to remain on the market? Do something." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 23, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Reacts To President Trump's Erratic Behavior And Its Impact On The Economy Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 23, 2019 Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Responds To Vaping-Linked Death Of Illinois Man, The First In The Nation Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "We should be doing everything in our power to help keep innocent families out of harm's way by granting TPS to Venezuelans already living in the US. Sadly, President Trump and Senate Republicans are blocking TPS for Venezuela, putting lives at risk." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 In Thailand, Duckworth highlights importance of the U.S.-Thai alliance and maintaining the international rule of law Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Big Pharma spends billions to flood the airwaves with drug ads, but sued to avoid having to tell patients what their drugs cost. @ChuckGrassley and I will keep fighting to require price tags in direct-to-consumer drug ads, which will lower costs and empower patients." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Menendez, Rep. Soto Lead Bicameral Letter Requesting HUD to Immediately Publish Disaster Recovery Funds Disbursement Requirements for Puerto Rico and U.S.VI Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "E-cigarettes like JUUL are addicting our children to nicotine in record numbers, and now they are sending teenagers to the hospital with serious vaping-related respiratory illnesses." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 22, 2019 U.S. Rep. Kelly Marks Black Women's Equal Pay Day with Empowerment Symposium Rep.Robin Kelly
Aug. 22, 2019 Congresswoman Kelly Conducts First Non-Partisan Congressional Maternal Health Field Inquiry in Chicago Rep.Robin Kelly
Aug. 22, 2019 Bost Announces Head Start Grant For Franklin And Williamson Counties Rep.Mike Bost
Aug. 21, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley" Rep.Mike Quigley
Aug. 21, 2019 In Bangkok, Duckworth meets with Thai princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Punishing migrant children with indefinite detention is immoral and un-American and will not make us safer. We can secure our border while treating families fleeing horrific persecution with compassion & humanity. I strongly oppose any efforts to eliminate the Flores Agreement." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 21, 2019 Congressman García's Statement on Trump Administration's Move to Undercut Flores Agreement Rep.Chuy Garcia
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 45th anniversary of the Equal Educational Opportunities Act, which prohibits discrimination in our schools. @BestyDevosED should use this opportunity to recommit to the mission of that bill - ensuring equal participation & an equitable education for every child." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Cheryl Stanton, Admin for the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Wage and Hour Division - Castro, Grijalva Call for Department of Labor to Resume Visa Certification Process for Abused Workers and Trafficking Victims Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is traumatizing an entire generation. That's why I've passed legislation to help children who face trauma & joined forces with hospitals to launch the Chicago HEAL Initiative, aimed at addressing the root causes of this violence." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 20, 2019 Congresswoman Schakowsky's Statement on Trump Administration Forcing Planned Parenthood Out of Title X Funding Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Rep. Johnson, Colleagues Ask DOJ for Answers on Brazil Corruption & Persecution of Former President Lula da Silva Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Letter to Administrator Cheryl Stanton, Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor - Reps. Grijalva & Castro: DOL's New Guidance on U and T Visas will Silence Vulnerable Immigrant Workers Rep.Bill Foster, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Congresswoman Schakowsky's Statement on Israel Denying Entry To Her Two Colleagues Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jonathan Hayes, Dir. of the Office of Refugee Resettlement - Merkley, senators urge administration to permanently shut down Homestead child prison Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Glad to see Illinois join more than a dozen other states in challenging the Trump Admin's changes to the public charge rule. This Admin's plan to limit legal immigration based on an applicant's wealth is entirely un-American." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On Israel's Decision To Deny Members Of Congress Entry At President Trump's Urging Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is a constant and deadly threat to our nation's law enforcement officers. Thankful as always for the bravery of the Illinois State Police and wishing this officer a speedy recovery." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Trump's Attempt to Shift Funds to Expand ICE Detention Centers Rep.Chuy Garcia
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, U.S. Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's Centers for Medicare and Medicaid - Senator Hassan, Colleagues Send Letter to HHS Demanding Answers on How Agency is Combating Health Care Fraud Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Aug. 15, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Out Front" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Brad Schneider" Rep.Brad Schneider
Aug. 15, 2019 Schneider Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu Denying Entry to Israel to Two Members of Congress Rep.Brad Schneider
Aug. 15, 2019 Casten Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu's Decision to Bar Members of Congress from Entering Israel Rep.Sean Casten
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "The situation in Philadelphia last night reminds us of the selflessness and bravery of our men and women in law enforcement. I'm grateful for the sacrifices they make on a daily basis to keep our communities safe." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Seven years ago, the DACA program began accepting applications from Dreamers across the U.S. With Pres. Trump taking his cruel efforts to repeal DACA to the Supreme Court, Senate Republicans should do their job and pass the American Dream & Promise Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm disappointed in Israel's decision to deny entry to two sitting members of the United States Congress -- as well as Pres. Trump's heinous & unprecedented lobbying efforts on the matter. Nothing is gained by stifling voices or opinions you disagree with." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 15, 2019 Duckworth speaks out against Trump Administration's "Public Charge" rule Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Gun store heists like this can and should be prevented. My bill with @RepSchneider, the SECURE Firearm Storage Act, would address this problem by requiring the kind of additional security measures that would prevent burglaries just like this." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Is there any question that e-cig flavors like "Strawberry Milk," "Peach Madness," or "Froopy" (Froot Loops) are targeted towards children? These companies are going to hook an entire generation of youth on nicotine. The @US_FDA must remove these illegal products from the market." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Attorney General Barr is right to be upset about the crisis in our federal prisons, but his outrage regarding the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein rings hollow. Since taking office, Pres. Trump and his Administration have only made the situation in our federal prisons worse." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 12, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Matthews" - Transcript: Trump: "Trump defends racially charged remarks." Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm concerned about the census. For each person who goes uncounted, Illinois stands to lose at least $1,800 per year. Read the letter I sent, along with the other Democratic members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation, to US Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 12, 2019 Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - Duckworth Demands Trump Administration Explain Decision to Deny Citizenship Interview to U.S. Marine Veteran Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Penalizing immigrants living here legally will do nothing to fix the situation at our border and will only sow fear & distrust in immigrant communities across the US." Sen.Dick Durbin
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