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Nov. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Emily Murphy, Admin. of the General Services Administration - Udall and Heinrich to GSA: Stop Playing Politics with Presidential Transition Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Nothing President Trump can do will change the fact that he lost to President-elect Joe Biden by a historic margin of more than 5 million votes. He is embarrassing himself and our nation in his refusal to accept reality." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Hon. Tony Pham, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Dir. of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Eric Dreiband, Assistant Attorney General of the Dept. of Justice - Menendez, Booker Join Colleagues in Demanding Trump Admin. Halt Deportations of Victims of Medical Malpractice by ICE Doctor Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Even though Pres. Trump and his allies' shameless attempts to overturn the election results will fail, they could be laying the groundwork for the next wannabe authoritarian to do what this President cannot." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's refusal to commit to a smooth transition is going to seriously hamper the incoming Biden Admin's ability to address COVID-19. Withholding public health info during this pandemic is the height of irresponsibility & the American people are going to pay the price." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin: Instead Of Negotiating Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Legislation, McConnell Focused On Confirming More Under-Qualified Judges Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump @USDA wants to end SNAP benefits & take food off the table for 8,000 seniors in supportive living facilities--in the middle of a pandemic. @SenDuckworth , @RepCheri , @RodneyDavis , & I are leading the IL delegation in opposing this cruel effort." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin Questions Indiana U.S. Attorney On Gun Trafficking During Confirmation Hearing Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos, Davis Lead Illinois Delegation In Opposing USDA Effort To End Food Stamp Program At Illinois Senior Living Facilities Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 Kelly Bill to Protect Seniors Passes U.S. House Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 17, 2020 Durbin Statement On President Trump's Decision To Draw Down Troop Levels In Afghanistan And Iraq Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Chairs Thompson and Underwood Statement on Trump Firing Chris Krebs Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 García, Warren, and 73 Members of Congress Urge Treasury and State to Ensure COVID-19 Aid Reaches U.S.-Sanctioned Countries Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to join @SenDuckworth & 23 of my @SenateDems colleagues in calling on Senator McConnell to provide relief to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders in the US. More than 130,000 TPS holders are essential workers during this pandemic--we can't afford to lose them." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The President's decision to draw down troop levels in Afghanistan and Iraq recklessly undermines American leverage amid ongoing peace talks and attempts to release American captives, including Illinoisan Mark Frerichs. My full statement:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Jeremy Cain and his family as they mourn his tragic loss." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Illinois' own Sydney Barber, who will become the first Black female brigade commander in the history of the U.S Naval Academy. Keep making Illinois proud, Midshipman Barber!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 As President Trump Purges Pentagon, Durbin Speaks With Acting Defense Secretary Miller Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Neal, Larson, and Davis Slam Harmful Trump Administration Social Security Rule Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @chucktodd on @MSNBC soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition process and the surge in COVID-19 cases across the US. Make sure to tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Durbin, Pressley, Leahy, Booker To Trump Administration: Suspend All Federal Executions During Transition Period Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Today @RepPressley , @SenatorLeahy , @SenBooker , & I are calling on AG Barr to suspend all federal executions so the incoming Biden-Harris Admin. can evaluate--and hopefully end--the use of the federal death penalty. It is discriminatory, immoral & ineffective. Read our letter here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues On Letter To McConnell To Support TPS Holders Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts & prayers go out to the lives lost due to #COVID19 at LaSalle Veterans Home, which is grappling with a significant outbreak. My office is in contact w/ the Gov's office and is ready to help in any way possible. Praying for a quick recovery for the residents & staff." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @CNNnewsroom soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition, as well as the surging cases of COVID-19 across the country & how the Senate must act. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth is one of the most courageous and dedicated public servants and I could not be more proud to serve the people of Illinois alongside her. Our nation owes her a debt of gratitude for her remarkable service and sacrifices." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Remembers María Cerda Rep. Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I look forward to working with President-elect Biden's administration to defend human rights and stand up against China and Russia, whose actions Pres. Trump has willfully ignored for four years." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Gov. Pritzker Honors Veterans Day by Opening New, State-of-the-Art Chicago Veterans Home Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 11, 2020 Schakowsky Statement on Veterans' Day Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 11, 2020 Underwood Honors Illinois Veterans, Participates in Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry Veterans Day Pantry Distribution Rep. Lauren Underwood
Nov. 11, 2020 Durbin Honors America's Veterans Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Letter to Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee; Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee; Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee; Hon. Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Feinstein, Smith, Bipartisan Colleagues Push to Protect Air National Guard Aircraft from Elimination Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "To all our vets in Illinois & across America--thank you for your service to our country. I know Veterans Day celebrations look different this year, but our devotion during this pandemic to our vets is undiminished. A special salute to my big brothers, Bill & Bob USN-Korean War." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Republican lawsuit to eliminate the Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court today. Protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions are at stake in this case. Health care coverage for millions is at stake. Lives are at stake." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Re-Elected Senate Democratic Whip For 117th Congress Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I am honored to be re-elected as Whip of the Senate Dem Caucus. The Nov 3 election showed that our nation is divided & the challenges we face are great. But under the leadership of President-elect Biden & VP-elect Harris, we can, & must, come together to meet those challenges." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "November is National Native American Heritage month, a time to honor the history & contributions of Native people in the US. But we cannot do so without committing to environmental justice for Native communities--who are disproportionally harmed by air & water pollution." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "While Pres. Trump refuses to concede 2020 election, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans are still holding partisan hearings to relitigate the 2016 election. Even more absurd is the fact that the Committee hasn't had one oversight hearing on the Trump DOJ in the last two years." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @USGSA Administrator Murphy needs to do her job & affirm the results of last week's election so that President-elect Biden's team can begin the transition process. For 60 years, the GSA has helped ensure a smooth transition of power. Now is not the time to delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court, including newly confirmed Justice Barrett, tomorrow. If Republicans succeed in eliminating the ACA, millions could lose access to health care--in the middle of a pandemic. Lives are at stake in this case." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks President George W. Bush for your gracious message to President-elect Biden." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's victory will be a victory for #Dreamers who can come out of the shadows and fear of the Trump era. Thousands of #Dreamers want to be part of America's future. Thank you @JoeBiden for giving them a chance by pledging to restore #DACA." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for the best Saturday in a long time. Even the masks could not hide a smiling nation!" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Durbin Statement On Outcome Of 2020 Presidential Election Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The national nightmare of President Donald J. Trump ends in eleven weeks. President-elect Biden and all of us have work to do to undo the damage and bind our nation's wounds." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to my colleague, Vice President-elect @SenKamalaHarris ! Her historic election shows girls, women, and people of color across this country that your future is limitless." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Supporting The Designation Of "Veteran-Owned Small Business Week" Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Date Title Politician
Nov. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Emily Murphy, Admin. of the General Services Administration - Udall and Heinrich to GSA: Stop Playing Politics with Presidential Transition Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Nothing President Trump can do will change the fact that he lost to President-elect Joe Biden by a historic margin of more than 5 million votes. He is embarrassing himself and our nation in his refusal to accept reality." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Hon. Tony Pham, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Dir. of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Eric Dreiband, Assistant Attorney General of the Dept. of Justice - Menendez, Booker Join Colleagues in Demanding Trump Admin. Halt Deportations of Victims of Medical Malpractice by ICE Doctor Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Even though Pres. Trump and his allies' shameless attempts to overturn the election results will fail, they could be laying the groundwork for the next wannabe authoritarian to do what this President cannot." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's refusal to commit to a smooth transition is going to seriously hamper the incoming Biden Admin's ability to address COVID-19. Withholding public health info during this pandemic is the height of irresponsibility & the American people are going to pay the price." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin: Instead Of Negotiating Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief Legislation, McConnell Focused On Confirming More Under-Qualified Judges Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump @USDA wants to end SNAP benefits & take food off the table for 8,000 seniors in supportive living facilities--in the middle of a pandemic. @SenDuckworth , @RepCheri , @RodneyDavis , & I are leading the IL delegation in opposing this cruel effort." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Durbin Questions Indiana U.S. Attorney On Gun Trafficking During Confirmation Hearing Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos, Davis Lead Illinois Delegation In Opposing USDA Effort To End Food Stamp Program At Illinois Senior Living Facilities Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 Kelly Bill to Protect Seniors Passes U.S. House Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 17, 2020 Durbin Statement On President Trump's Decision To Draw Down Troop Levels In Afghanistan And Iraq Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Chairs Thompson and Underwood Statement on Trump Firing Chris Krebs Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 García, Warren, and 73 Members of Congress Urge Treasury and State to Ensure COVID-19 Aid Reaches U.S.-Sanctioned Countries Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to join @SenDuckworth & 23 of my @SenateDems colleagues in calling on Senator McConnell to provide relief to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders in the US. More than 130,000 TPS holders are essential workers during this pandemic--we can't afford to lose them." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The President's decision to draw down troop levels in Afghanistan and Iraq recklessly undermines American leverage amid ongoing peace talks and attempts to release American captives, including Illinoisan Mark Frerichs. My full statement:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Jeremy Cain and his family as they mourn his tragic loss." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Illinois' own Sydney Barber, who will become the first Black female brigade commander in the history of the U.S Naval Academy. Keep making Illinois proud, Midshipman Barber!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 As President Trump Purges Pentagon, Durbin Speaks With Acting Defense Secretary Miller Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Neal, Larson, and Davis Slam Harmful Trump Administration Social Security Rule Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @chucktodd on @MSNBC soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition process and the surge in COVID-19 cases across the US. Make sure to tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Durbin, Pressley, Leahy, Booker To Trump Administration: Suspend All Federal Executions During Transition Period Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Today @RepPressley , @SenatorLeahy , @SenBooker , & I are calling on AG Barr to suspend all federal executions so the incoming Biden-Harris Admin. can evaluate--and hopefully end--the use of the federal death penalty. It is discriminatory, immoral & ineffective. Read our letter here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues On Letter To McConnell To Support TPS Holders Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts & prayers go out to the lives lost due to #COVID19 at LaSalle Veterans Home, which is grappling with a significant outbreak. My office is in contact w/ the Gov's office and is ready to help in any way possible. Praying for a quick recovery for the residents & staff." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @CNNnewsroom soon to discuss President-elect Biden's transition, as well as the surging cases of COVID-19 across the country & how the Senate must act. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenDuckworth is one of the most courageous and dedicated public servants and I could not be more proud to serve the people of Illinois alongside her. Our nation owes her a debt of gratitude for her remarkable service and sacrifices." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Remembers María Cerda Rep.Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2020 Tweet - "I look forward to working with President-elect Biden's administration to defend human rights and stand up against China and Russia, whose actions Pres. Trump has willfully ignored for four years." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Gov. Pritzker Honors Veterans Day by Opening New, State-of-the-Art Chicago Veterans Home Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 11, 2020 Schakowsky Statement on Veterans' Day Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 11, 2020 Underwood Honors Illinois Veterans, Participates in Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry Veterans Day Pantry Distribution Rep.Lauren Underwood
Nov. 11, 2020 Durbin Honors America's Veterans Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2020 Letter to Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee; Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee; Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee; Hon. Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Feinstein, Smith, Bipartisan Colleagues Push to Protect Air National Guard Aircraft from Elimination Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 11, 2020 Tweet - "To all our vets in Illinois & across America--thank you for your service to our country. I know Veterans Day celebrations look different this year, but our devotion during this pandemic to our vets is undiminished. A special salute to my big brothers, Bill & Bob USN-Korean War." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Republican lawsuit to eliminate the Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court today. Protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions are at stake in this case. Health care coverage for millions is at stake. Lives are at stake." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Re-Elected Senate Democratic Whip For 117th Congress Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans On Judiciary Committee For Continuing To Relitigate The 2016 Election And The Mueller Investigation Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I am honored to be re-elected as Whip of the Senate Dem Caucus. The Nov 3 election showed that our nation is divided & the challenges we face are great. But under the leadership of President-elect Biden & VP-elect Harris, we can, & must, come together to meet those challenges." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "November is National Native American Heritage month, a time to honor the history & contributions of Native people in the US. But we cannot do so without committing to environmental justice for Native communities--who are disproportionally harmed by air & water pollution." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - "While Pres. Trump refuses to concede 2020 election, Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans are still holding partisan hearings to relitigate the 2016 election. Even more absurd is the fact that the Committee hasn't had one oversight hearing on the Trump DOJ in the last two years." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2020 Tweet - ". @USGSA Administrator Murphy needs to do her job & affirm the results of last week's election so that President-elect Biden's team can begin the transition process. For 60 years, the GSA has helped ensure a smooth transition of power. Now is not the time to delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act goes before the Supreme Court, including newly confirmed Justice Barrett, tomorrow. If Republicans succeed in eliminating the ACA, millions could lose access to health care--in the middle of a pandemic. Lives are at stake in this case." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks President George W. Bush for your gracious message to President-elect Biden." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 9, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Tammy Duckworth Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President-elect Biden's victory will be a victory for #Dreamers who can come out of the shadows and fear of the Trump era. Thousands of #Dreamers want to be part of America's future. Thank you @JoeBiden for giving them a chance by pledging to restore #DACA." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for the best Saturday in a long time. Even the masks could not hide a smiling nation!" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Durbin Statement On Outcome Of 2020 Presidential Election Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The national nightmare of President Donald J. Trump ends in eleven weeks. President-elect Biden and all of us have work to do to undo the damage and bind our nation's wounds." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to my colleague, Vice President-elect @SenKamalaHarris ! Her historic election shows girls, women, and people of color across this country that your future is limitless." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2020 Schneider Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Supporting The Designation Of "Veteran-Owned Small Business Week" Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
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