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Oct. 1, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Tammy Duckworth Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's massive personal debt-- reportedly totaling more than $421 million--makes him vulnerable to foreign influence. It is a threat to our national security." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "I'm sure Putin is pleased. President Trump is doing more to weaken our democracy than the former KGB agent could have ever hoped for in his scheme to interfere in our elections." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Bass, Tri-Caucus Lead Call For Trump To Disavow Proud Boys Comment on National Television Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "The @DHSOIG report I called for last year came back yesterday. Congress provided $414.7M in funding to purchase medical equipment, formula, & food at border detention facilities, but @DHSOIG found @CBP spent money on office supplies & restraints." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just left the Senate floor, where I tried to pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020, which passed the House unanimously last week. This was an easy opportunity for Senate Republicans to actually do something to stop violent white supremacists. Instead, they objected." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Durbin Attempts To Pass House-Passed Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act On Senate Floor Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are struggling and Senator McConnell seems to have all but forgotten about #COVID19. Why do Senate Republicans continue to refuse to provide relief for the American people?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Christi Grimm, Principal Deputy Inspector General of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues In Calling For Investigation Into Political Inference With Coronavirus Information Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "43 Senate Republicans just voted in support of a lawsuit seeking to undo the Affordable Care Act, which would wipe out protections for pre-existing conditions. They want to rip health care coverage away from millions in the middle of a pandemic without providing any alternative." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "It's not enough to condemn the President for telling violent white supremacists to "stand by." We have to do something to address this threat. Last week, the House unanimously passed by Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. Now it's up to @SenateMajLdr to give my bill a vote." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about the Supreme Court, #COVID19, and more." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Benjamin Hovland, Chair of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, Donald Palmer, Vice-Chair of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, Christy McCormick, Commissioner of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, and Thomas Hicks, Commissioner of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission - Cortez Masto Highlights the Need for State Assistance to Prevent Ongoing Threat of Foreign Interference One Month Before the Election Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Dr. Ryung Suh, CEO of Atlas Research LLC - Committee Chairs Expand Investigation Into Trump Administration's "Boondoggle" PR Contracts to Tout Coronavirus Response Before Election Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Den Tolmor, Manager of the DD&T Group LLC - Committee Chairs Expand Investigation Into Trump Administration's "Boondoggle" PR Contracts to Tout Coronavirus Response Before Election Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "The President won't condemn white supremacist groups, the leading cause of domestic terrorism, because they are his followers. This is an outrage and everyone--Republicans and Democrats--has an obligation to speak up." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Statement On DHS IG Report Detailing CBP's Inadequate Controls & Oversight Of FY19 Humanitarian Funding Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans For Ignoring Russian Threat In 2020 Election, Questions Comey On President's Vulnerability In Light Of Personal Debts Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Refusal To Condemn White Supremacists Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Russia is hard at work trying to undermine the integrity of the upcoming election. Today Sen. Graham chose to ignore that threat & instead kept re-litigating the FBI/Mueller investigation. Senate Republicans need to put their focus back where it matters--protecting this election." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism Passes the House Rep. Lauren Underwood
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I introduced the Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits Tax Relief Act to send unemployed workers a lifeline. While this bill doesn't allow you to write off $70k in hairstyling fees, it does exclude the first $10,200 of unemployment compensation from federal income taxes for 2020." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to join @advocatehealth in Lake County today to commemorate their new Trauma Recovery Center. I've made it a priority to provide federal resources to break the cycle of violence by helping people who've experienced trauma & addressing health disparities." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "At @Illinois_Alma yesterday to discuss the new, rapid saliva-based #COVID19 test created by university researchers. It's critically important that we continue to invest in universities and provide adequate federal funding for research." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor - Gillibrand, Colleagues Condemn Trump Administration's Failure To Protect Workers From Risks During The Pandemic; Urge OSHA To Protect Workers From COVID-19 Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Russell Vought, Acting Dir. of the Office of Management and Budget - Oversight Chairs Condemn Trump Administration on Cancellation of Diversity, Anti-Racism Training Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Heartbroken by the gun violence in Chicago over the weekend. My prayers are with the victims and their families. We must act in Congress to stem the gun violence epidemic in this country." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "For months, Sen. McConnell couldn't find time to negotiate a #COVID19 relief deal. Now he wants to drop everything to fill a Supreme Court vacancy. Why? Because Republicans want Judge Barrett to help strike down the Affordable Care Act on Nov. 10. Our health care is at stake." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $8 Million For COVID-19 Vaccine Preparedness In Illinois Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Pallone & Schakowsky on Senate Passage of the SAFE WEB Act Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "7M #COVID19 cases = 7M new Americans with a pre-existing condition. The Trump Admin. is asking the Supreme Court to strike down the ACA & its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. If they win, tens of millions will lose coverage. It will be a disaster." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her life in pursuit of America's highest ideal--equal justice under the law. She won major victories against gender discrimination, making our nation a better place for us all. She will be dearly missed." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Americans want a safe & effective #COVID19 vaccine to help restore normalcy. But the proximity of the election can't dictate science. I asked leading vaccine manufacturers how they'll ensure no corners are cut amid political pressure. Here's what is clear from their responses:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @EsperDoD , I urged him to look at @Illinois_Alma 's new SHIELD T3 COVID-19 testing for use with our military. With the DoD's help in securing more testing supplies, we can expand access to this testing program across IL and the country." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Durbin: Operation Warp Speed Vaccine Companies Do Not Back Up Certainty Of President Trump's October Timeline, Signal Likelihood Of Seeking More Controversial EUA Route Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Underwood Appointed Chair of Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation Subcommittee Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Russell Vought, Dir. of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Hon. Pat Cipollone, White House Counsel to the President - Booker Leads Senate Judiciary Democrats Demanding Answers from Trump Administration Officials on Executive Order Banning Anti-Bias Training for Federal Agencies and Contractors Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, COVID-19, and more." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 McMorris Rodgers's US Safe Web Extension Act Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk to Become Law Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Durbin, Cortez Masto, Senate Dems Introduce Bill To Protected Unemployed Workers' Health Insurance During Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Durbin Discusses Troop Withdrawal From Germany, COVID-19 Testing With Secretary Of Defense Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "I can't imagine a worse situation than losing health insurance coverage in the midst of a pandemic. That's why I'm introducing legislation with @SenCortezMasto today to help keep the millions of workers who've been laid off during the pandemic from losing their health insurance." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 García, DeLauro and Watson Coleman Introduce Expanding Representation at HHS Act of 2020 Rep. Chuy Garcia
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "True justice for Breonna Taylor would mean that she would still be alive today. The fact that even accountability for her death remains in question is wrong. The status quo is unacceptable when it comes to matters of race and policing in America." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "We have lost more 200,000 Americans to #COVID19. President Trump's response--"it is what it is"--is beneath the dignity of any leader of either political party." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Economists have been telling us for years that increased investment in infrastructure will help our economy grow, especially as we face a downturn from the #COVID19 crisis. I spoke with @ACECIllinois about the infrastructure investment we need to create a 21st century economy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Hearing of the Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Foster, Hearing on Data Management During COVID-19 Rep. Bill Foster
Sept. 23, 2020 Durbin Slams Trump Administration's COVID-19 Response, Urges Senate To Protect Health Insurance Of Unemployed Americans Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @KatyTurNBC on @MSNBC soon to discuss the grand jury decision in the Breonna Taylor case and the latest with the Supreme Court. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Durbin Statement On Grand Jury Ruling In Breonna Taylor Case Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Congressman García Condemns Verdict Reached on the Police Officers who Killed Breonna Taylor Rep. Chuy Garcia
Sept. 22, 2020 House Passes Durbin, Sullivan Due Process Protections Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "I'm glad the House has passed my bill with @SenDanSullivan to protect the fundamental right to due process by ensuring anyone accused of a federal crime has all evidence that could show their innocence. I look forward to the Due Process Protections Act being signed into law." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Today we mourn the more than 200,000 Americans who have died from #COVID19. My heart goes out to their families, friends, and loved ones." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Tens of millions of Americans have a pre-existing condition, including 6M diagnosed with #COVID19. If Republicans succeed in striking down the Affordable Care Act, protections for pre-existing conditions will be gone. That's what's at stake in the fight over the Supreme Court." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Call On Republicans To Stand For Science And Support Bill To Stop Political Interference In COVID-19 Response Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see the House pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020 with @RepSchneider on a unanimous vote. Violent white supremacists pose the most significant domestic terrorism threat to our nation & we have turned a blind eye to this evil in our backyard for far too long." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020 House Passes Schneider, Durbin Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (dtpa) Rep. Brad Schneider
Sept. 21, 2020 House Passes Durbin-Schneider Bill To Combat Domestic Terrorism Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General - Booker Leads Judiciary Democrats Pressing Barr on Reports of Rollback of Anti-Bias Training at Justice Department Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On CDC To Clarify Guidance Of Dangers Of Airborne COVID-19 Transmission Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 19, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020 Foster Statement on COVID-19 Death Toll Passing 200,000 Rep. Bill Foster
Sept. 18, 2020 Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act" Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The FCC's Lifeline Program can be an incredible resource for Illinoisans in need of telephone and internet services. If we are serious about closing the digital divide, we must expand access to this program, especially as we grapple with the pandemic. #WeNeedLifeline" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated the inequities in our society, including housing insecurity. This week I joined my colleagues in urging Pres. Trump to work with Congress to provide families with emergency rental assistance & keep families in their homes." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 LaHood, Davis Announce to Introduce Legislation to Raise Police Salaries, Hire More Police Officers Rep. Darin LaHood
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Listen to the inspiring story of Esmerelda Tovar-Mora, a #DACA health care hero from Hutchinson, Kansas working on the front lines of the pandemic. @SenateMajLdr needs to give the #DreamAndPromiseAct a vote so we can protect Esmerelda & millions of other Dreamers & TPS holders." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Horowitz, Inspector General of the Dept. of Justice - Judiciary Committee Democrats Call for Review of Political Interference in Durham Investigation Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I'll be answering your questions about COVID-19 and federal relief legislation, election security, and more." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The President is asking SCOTUS to repeal pre-existing condition protections & health coverage for millions in the MIDDLE of a pandemic. And there is still no secret Trump plan to replace the Affordable Care Act. Just more hollow campaign promises." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Great to meet with students from @UofILSystem yesterday during their virtual visit to Washington to discuss education in the age of #COVID19 and ways the federal gov't can improve college affordability and protections for undocumented students." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has bruised every part of the American economy, including hog producers. I spoke today with @ilpork about the urgent needs in America's heartland & delivering the support our rural areas desperately need." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Call On President To Take Action On Mask Mandates In Wake Of CDC Director's Testimony Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Statement On Illinois Budget Issues Resulting From COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Oct. 1, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Tammy Duckworth Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's massive personal debt-- reportedly totaling more than $421 million--makes him vulnerable to foreign influence. It is a threat to our national security." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "I'm sure Putin is pleased. President Trump is doing more to weaken our democracy than the former KGB agent could have ever hoped for in his scheme to interfere in our elections." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Bass, Tri-Caucus Lead Call For Trump To Disavow Proud Boys Comment on National Television Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "The @DHSOIG report I called for last year came back yesterday. Congress provided $414.7M in funding to purchase medical equipment, formula, & food at border detention facilities, but @DHSOIG found @CBP spent money on office supplies & restraints." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Just left the Senate floor, where I tried to pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020, which passed the House unanimously last week. This was an easy opportunity for Senate Republicans to actually do something to stop violent white supremacists. Instead, they objected." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Durbin Attempts To Pass House-Passed Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act On Senate Floor Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Millions of Americans are struggling and Senator McConnell seems to have all but forgotten about #COVID19. Why do Senate Republicans continue to refuse to provide relief for the American people?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Christi Grimm, Principal Deputy Inspector General of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues In Calling For Investigation Into Political Inference With Coronavirus Information Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "43 Senate Republicans just voted in support of a lawsuit seeking to undo the Affordable Care Act, which would wipe out protections for pre-existing conditions. They want to rip health care coverage away from millions in the middle of a pandemic without providing any alternative." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "It's not enough to condemn the President for telling violent white supremacists to "stand by." We have to do something to address this threat. Last week, the House unanimously passed by Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. Now it's up to @SenateMajLdr to give my bill a vote." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about the Supreme Court, #COVID19, and more." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Benjamin Hovland, Chair of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, Donald Palmer, Vice-Chair of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, Christy McCormick, Commissioner of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, and Thomas Hicks, Commissioner of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission - Cortez Masto Highlights the Need for State Assistance to Prevent Ongoing Threat of Foreign Interference One Month Before the Election Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Dr. Ryung Suh, CEO of Atlas Research LLC - Committee Chairs Expand Investigation Into Trump Administration's "Boondoggle" PR Contracts to Tout Coronavirus Response Before Election Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to Den Tolmor, Manager of the DD&T Group LLC - Committee Chairs Expand Investigation Into Trump Administration's "Boondoggle" PR Contracts to Tout Coronavirus Response Before Election Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "The President won't condemn white supremacist groups, the leading cause of domestic terrorism, because they are his followers. This is an outrage and everyone--Republicans and Democrats--has an obligation to speak up." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Statement On DHS IG Report Detailing CBP's Inadequate Controls & Oversight Of FY19 Humanitarian Funding Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams Republicans For Ignoring Russian Threat In 2020 Election, Questions Comey On President's Vulnerability In Light Of Personal Debts Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Refusal To Condemn White Supremacists Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Tweet - "Russia is hard at work trying to undermine the integrity of the upcoming election. Today Sen. Graham chose to ignore that threat & instead kept re-litigating the FBI/Mueller investigation. Senate Republicans need to put their focus back where it matters--protecting this election." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 30, 2020 Underwood's Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism Passes the House Rep.Lauren Underwood
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I introduced the Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits Tax Relief Act to send unemployed workers a lifeline. While this bill doesn't allow you to write off $70k in hairstyling fees, it does exclude the first $10,200 of unemployment compensation from federal income taxes for 2020." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to join @advocatehealth in Lake County today to commemorate their new Trauma Recovery Center. I've made it a priority to provide federal resources to break the cycle of violence by helping people who've experienced trauma & addressing health disparities." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Tweet - "At @Illinois_Alma yesterday to discuss the new, rapid saliva-based #COVID19 test created by university researchers. It's critically important that we continue to invest in universities and provide adequate federal funding for research." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the Dept. of Labor - Gillibrand, Colleagues Condemn Trump Administration's Failure To Protect Workers From Risks During The Pandemic; Urge OSHA To Protect Workers From COVID-19 Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Russell Vought, Acting Dir. of the Office of Management and Budget - Oversight Chairs Condemn Trump Administration on Cancellation of Diversity, Anti-Racism Training Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi, ...
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Heartbroken by the gun violence in Chicago over the weekend. My prayers are with the victims and their families. We must act in Congress to stem the gun violence epidemic in this country." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2020 Tweet - "For months, Sen. McConnell couldn't find time to negotiate a #COVID19 relief deal. Now he wants to drop everything to fill a Supreme Court vacancy. Why? Because Republicans want Judge Barrett to help strike down the Affordable Care Act on Nov. 10. Our health care is at stake." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 28, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Announce More Than $8 Million For COVID-19 Vaccine Preparedness In Illinois Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Pallone & Schakowsky on Senate Passage of the SAFE WEB Act Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "7M #COVID19 cases = 7M new Americans with a pre-existing condition. The Trump Admin. is asking the Supreme Court to strike down the ACA & its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. If they win, tens of millions will lose coverage. It will be a disaster." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her life in pursuit of America's highest ideal--equal justice under the law. She won major victories against gender discrimination, making our nation a better place for us all. She will be dearly missed." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Americans want a safe & effective #COVID19 vaccine to help restore normalcy. But the proximity of the election can't dictate science. I asked leading vaccine manufacturers how they'll ensure no corners are cut amid political pressure. Here's what is clear from their responses:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "On my call with @EsperDoD , I urged him to look at @Illinois_Alma 's new SHIELD T3 COVID-19 testing for use with our military. With the DoD's help in securing more testing supplies, we can expand access to this testing program across IL and the country." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Durbin: Operation Warp Speed Vaccine Companies Do Not Back Up Certainty Of President Trump's October Timeline, Signal Likelihood Of Seeking More Controversial EUA Route Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 25, 2020 Underwood Appointed Chair of Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation Subcommittee Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Russell Vought, Dir. of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Hon. Pat Cipollone, White House Counsel to the President - Booker Leads Senate Judiciary Democrats Demanding Answers from Trump Administration Officials on Executive Order Banning Anti-Bias Training for Federal Agencies and Contractors Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, COVID-19, and more." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 McMorris Rodgers's US Safe Web Extension Act Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk to Become Law Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Durbin, Cortez Masto, Senate Dems Introduce Bill To Protected Unemployed Workers' Health Insurance During Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 24, 2020 Durbin Discusses Troop Withdrawal From Germany, COVID-19 Testing With Secretary Of Defense Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "I can't imagine a worse situation than losing health insurance coverage in the midst of a pandemic. That's why I'm introducing legislation with @SenCortezMasto today to help keep the millions of workers who've been laid off during the pandemic from losing their health insurance." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 24, 2020 García, DeLauro and Watson Coleman Introduce Expanding Representation at HHS Act of 2020 Rep.Chuy Garcia
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "True justice for Breonna Taylor would mean that she would still be alive today. The fact that even accountability for her death remains in question is wrong. The status quo is unacceptable when it comes to matters of race and policing in America." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "We have lost more 200,000 Americans to #COVID19. President Trump's response--"it is what it is"--is beneath the dignity of any leader of either political party." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Economists have been telling us for years that increased investment in infrastructure will help our economy grow, especially as we face a downturn from the #COVID19 crisis. I spoke with @ACECIllinois about the infrastructure investment we need to create a 21st century economy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Hearing of the Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Foster, Hearing on Data Management During COVID-19 Rep.Bill Foster
Sept. 23, 2020 Durbin Slams Trump Administration's COVID-19 Response, Urges Senate To Protect Health Insurance Of Unemployed Americans Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Will be joining @KatyTurNBC on @MSNBC soon to discuss the grand jury decision in the Breonna Taylor case and the latest with the Supreme Court. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Durbin Statement On Grand Jury Ruling In Breonna Taylor Case Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 23, 2020 Congressman García Condemns Verdict Reached on the Police Officers who Killed Breonna Taylor Rep.Chuy Garcia
Sept. 22, 2020 House Passes Durbin, Sullivan Due Process Protections Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "I'm glad the House has passed my bill with @SenDanSullivan to protect the fundamental right to due process by ensuring anyone accused of a federal crime has all evidence that could show their innocence. I look forward to the Due Process Protections Act being signed into law." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Today we mourn the more than 200,000 Americans who have died from #COVID19. My heart goes out to their families, friends, and loved ones." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Tens of millions of Americans have a pre-existing condition, including 6M diagnosed with #COVID19. If Republicans succeed in striking down the Affordable Care Act, protections for pre-existing conditions will be gone. That's what's at stake in the fight over the Supreme Court." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Durbin, Duckworth Call On Republicans To Stand For Science And Support Bill To Stop Political Interference In COVID-19 Response Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see the House pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020 with @RepSchneider on a unanimous vote. Violent white supremacists pose the most significant domestic terrorism threat to our nation & we have turned a blind eye to this evil in our backyard for far too long." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020 House Passes Schneider, Durbin Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act (dtpa) Rep.Brad Schneider
Sept. 21, 2020 House Passes Durbin-Schneider Bill To Combat Domestic Terrorism Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General - Booker Leads Judiciary Democrats Pressing Barr on Reports of Rollback of Anti-Bias Training at Justice Department Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Calls On CDC To Clarify Guidance Of Dangers Of Airborne COVID-19 Transmission Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 19, 2020 CNN "Newsroom" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 19, 2020 Foster Statement on COVID-19 Death Toll Passing 200,000 Rep.Bill Foster
Sept. 18, 2020 Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act" Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The FCC's Lifeline Program can be an incredible resource for Illinoisans in need of telephone and internet services. If we are serious about closing the digital divide, we must expand access to this program, especially as we grapple with the pandemic. #WeNeedLifeline" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has exacerbated the inequities in our society, including housing insecurity. This week I joined my colleagues in urging Pres. Trump to work with Congress to provide families with emergency rental assistance & keep families in their homes." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 LaHood, Davis Announce to Introduce Legislation to Raise Police Salaries, Hire More Police Officers Rep.Darin LaHood
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Listen to the inspiring story of Esmerelda Tovar-Mora, a #DACA health care hero from Hutchinson, Kansas working on the front lines of the pandemic. @SenateMajLdr needs to give the #DreamAndPromiseAct a vote so we can protect Esmerelda & millions of other Dreamers & TPS holders." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Michael Horowitz, Inspector General of the Dept. of Justice - Judiciary Committee Democrats Call for Review of Political Interference in Durham Investigation Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I'll be answering your questions about COVID-19 and federal relief legislation, election security, and more." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The President is asking SCOTUS to repeal pre-existing condition protections & health coverage for millions in the MIDDLE of a pandemic. And there is still no secret Trump plan to replace the Affordable Care Act. Just more hollow campaign promises." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Great to meet with students from @UofILSystem yesterday during their virtual visit to Washington to discuss education in the age of #COVID19 and ways the federal gov't can improve college affordability and protections for undocumented students." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "The #COVID19 pandemic has bruised every part of the American economy, including hog producers. I spoke today with @ilpork about the urgent needs in America's heartland & delivering the support our rural areas desperately need." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Call On President To Take Action On Mask Mandates In Wake Of CDC Director's Testimony Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Statement On Illinois Budget Issues Resulting From COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin
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