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Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Urge Pressure on Chinese at G-20 to End the Use of Exit Bans on Americans Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 U.S. House Passes Legislation to Honor Fallen Army Ranger Joshua Rodgers Rep. Darin LaHood
Nov. 29, 2018 Schakowsky Statement Ahead of NAFTA 2.0 Signing Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 29, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley (D), Illinois Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 28, 2018 Durbin Criticizes Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities At Facility Charged With Caring For Children In Health Department's Custody Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The cruelty of this ill-conceived, heartless, and poorly implemented child separation policy seems to be never-ending. The Republicans who control Congress have failed to conduct the most basic oversight to prevent these abuses and hold this Administration accountable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "With advancement of @SenSanders' resolution the Senate sent a message to the Trump Administration that we won't tolerate Saudi Arabia's war in Yemen without Congressional approval. The suffering of innocent civilians in Yemen & murder of Jamal Khashoggi won't go unanswered." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The most persuasive presence at today's security briefing on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was the empty chair meant for CIA Director Gina Haspel. This White House won't acknowledge MBS's direct involvement in this crime." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Motion to Discharge--S.J. Res. 54 Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Rodney Frelinghuysen, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations - One Month After Tree Of Life Shooting, Casey Continues Fight To Protect Worship Centers Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Duckworth Statement On Bipartisan Effort to Ensure Public Debate On Military's Role in Yemen Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Ignoring Russian aggression in the Crimea is exactly what Putin wants. Without an unequivocal condemnation from the President and State Department, Russia is only emboldened to ramp up its hostility and illegal activities in the region." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Senators Criticize Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities at Facility Charged with Caring for Children in Health Department's Custody Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Illinois Senator Richard Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Ukraine Caucus Statements on Recent Russian Aggression Against Ukraine in Sea of Azov Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "I am troubled by what appears to be highly questionable charges against Diane Rwigara for seemingly running for office peacefully #FreeDianeRwigara #FreeAdelineRwigara" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Time after time, through military force and other means, Russia pushes the boundaries of Ukrainian sovereignty and international norms, escalating the temperature in the region. Such acts by Russia must be universally condemned." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Casten Statement on Border Tear Gassing Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the possible election of Russian Alexander Prokopchuk as the next Interpol President. He has a reported history of serving in Russian President Putin's dubious security services and reportedly attempting to abuse Interpol to pursue Russia's political enemies." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The President adds to his track record of ignoring his own intelligence agencies, and undermining American values at home and abroad, by giving Saudi Arabia a pass for the brutal and premeditated murder of a U.S. resident and journalist. Outrageous." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration hasn't made Saudi Arabia pay a serious price for its premeditated actions and brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Appeasing its leadership undermines American values at home and abroad." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Rodney Frelinghuysen, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Thompson and McCaul Lead Bipartisan Letter to Support Grant Funding to Protect Religious Institutions After Tree of Life Attack Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 15, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Representative Mike Quigley Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 15, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration should practice what it preaches on press freedom abroad. How will countries like China and Myanmar take us seriously when we turn around and ban reporters from doing their constitutional duties?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2018 Tweet - "Forcibly repatriating Rohingya refugees to Myanmar under the current unsafe conditions would be a grave mistake. The Myanmar military has no respect for human rights, and such a move would put the Rohingya in familiar danger." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mark Green, Administrator for the Agency for International Development - Meng and Ros-lehtinen Urge USAID to Prioritize Gender Equality and Women and Girls' Empowerment Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - House Dems Slam Proposed State Dept. Censorship on Women's Health Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for the Resignation of Secretary Nielsen Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to Vice President Michael Pence - Raise Plight of Rohingya During East Asia Summit Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "One step Congress can take is to immediately pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act to ensure that the FBI, DOJ, and DHS are assessing and responding to the threat posed by white supremacists and other violent right-wing extremists." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "I continue to pray for the people of California, especially those who've lost loved ones to these deadly fires. The bravery of our first responders working tirelessly to put out these flames is truly remarkable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2018 Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of California as they battle horrific wildfires. Thankful for the bravery of our first responders." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump's asylum ban is illegal & un-American. For generations our country has had a bipartisan tradition of welcoming those fleeing persecution. If the President is truly concerned about border security, he should work with Congress to pass bipartisan immigration reform." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "This is devastating. Yet again my heart breaks for an American community suffering from the scourge of gun violence. My prayers are with the friends and family of Sgt. Ron Helus, and the many other victims of this horrific tragedy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2018 Casten Statement on Thousand Oaks Shooting Rep. Sean Casten
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "A federal appeals court today called Pres. Trump ending DACA & deporting these young people "cruel and wasteful." Pres. Trump cannot explain this away as national security. It's a hateful policy aimed at innocent young people. Our President should remember his own family's story." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2018 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration continues to do everything in its power to end #DACA and deport #Dreamers who came here as children. They have so much to contribute to the only country they call home. Congress must pass my bipartisan #DreamAct." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "End U.S. taxpayer and military support of the Saudi war in Yemen. There are no winners when so many innocent people are killed." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In 2012, I held a hearing on the threat posed by violent white supremacists. Six years later, not nearly enough has been done to combat this peril. Congress must stop turning a blind eye and immediately pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 3, 2018 Tweet - "One week ago, the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh revealed in heartbreaking detail the hate and latent violence that lives in the hearts of too many in this land." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2018 Durbin Statement On One-Week Anniversary Of The Worst Ant-Semitic Attack In U.S. History Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 1, 2018 Letter to The Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Sens. Menendez, Blumenthal Lead Group of 31 Senators in Letter to Pompeo Opposing Elimination of Women's Rights Report Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 1, 2018 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - Smith Leads House Democrats in Demanding Answers on Trump Border Deployment Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration has given a shameful pass to Saudi Arabia, and has not stood up for American values abroad. Will Saudi Arabia be held accountable for its barbaric premeditated murder of Jamal Khashoggi?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Daniel Coats, Director of National Intelligence - Senators Demand Classified Briefing on U.S. Intelligence Community's Knowledge of Saudi Threats Against Jamal Khashoggi Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 30, 2018 Foster Statement on Report that Trump wants to End Birthright Citizenship Rep. Bill Foster
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "It's past time to end U.S. military and taxpayer support of Saudi Arabia's disastrous war in Yemen. A staggering loss of innocent life." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "I stand in solidarity with my good friends at @HIASrefugees. They responded to the rejection of Jewish refugees during the Holocaust by leading America to a more welcoming approach to refugees. They are acting on their faith and fighting for American values." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "I'm grieving with the Jewish community in Pittsburgh, but those of us who serve in Congress must offer more than thoughts & prayers. We must unequivocally condemn anti-Semitism & all forms of bigotry. There's only one legitimate side in this debate & we must unite against hate." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Senators Urge Pressure on Chinese at G-20 to End the Use of Exit Bans on Americans Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 U.S. House Passes Legislation to Honor Fallen Army Ranger Joshua Rodgers Rep.Darin LaHood
Nov. 29, 2018 Schakowsky Statement Ahead of NAFTA 2.0 Signing Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 29, 2018 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley (D), Illinois Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 28, 2018 Durbin Criticizes Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities At Facility Charged With Caring For Children In Health Department's Custody Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The cruelty of this ill-conceived, heartless, and poorly implemented child separation policy seems to be never-ending. The Republicans who control Congress have failed to conduct the most basic oversight to prevent these abuses and hold this Administration accountable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "With advancement of @SenSanders' resolution the Senate sent a message to the Trump Administration that we won't tolerate Saudi Arabia's war in Yemen without Congressional approval. The suffering of innocent civilians in Yemen & murder of Jamal Khashoggi won't go unanswered." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "The most persuasive presence at today's security briefing on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi was the empty chair meant for CIA Director Gina Haspel. This White House won't acknowledge MBS's direct involvement in this crime." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Motion to Discharge--S.J. Res. 54 Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Rodney Frelinghuysen, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Ranking Member of the Committee on Appropriations - One Month After Tree Of Life Shooting, Casey Continues Fight To Protect Worship Centers Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Duckworth Statement On Bipartisan Effort to Ensure Public Debate On Military's Role in Yemen Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Ignoring Russian aggression in the Crimea is exactly what Putin wants. Without an unequivocal condemnation from the President and State Department, Russia is only emboldened to ramp up its hostility and illegal activities in the region." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Senators Criticize Trump Administration After Watchdog Finds Vulnerabilities at Facility Charged with Caring for Children in Health Department's Custody Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Illinois Senator Richard Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 27, 2018 Ukraine Caucus Statements on Recent Russian Aggression Against Ukraine in Sea of Azov Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "I am troubled by what appears to be highly questionable charges against Diane Rwigara for seemingly running for office peacefully #FreeDianeRwigara #FreeAdelineRwigara" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Time after time, through military force and other means, Russia pushes the boundaries of Ukrainian sovereignty and international norms, escalating the temperature in the region. Such acts by Russia must be universally condemned." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2018 Casten Statement on Border Tear Gassing Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I strongly oppose the possible election of Russian Alexander Prokopchuk as the next Interpol President. He has a reported history of serving in Russian President Putin's dubious security services and reportedly attempting to abuse Interpol to pursue Russia's political enemies." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The President adds to his track record of ignoring his own intelligence agencies, and undermining American values at home and abroad, by giving Saudi Arabia a pass for the brutal and premeditated murder of a U.S. resident and journalist. Outrageous." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 17, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration hasn't made Saudi Arabia pay a serious price for its premeditated actions and brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Appeasing its leadership undermines American values at home and abroad." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Rodney Frelinghuysen, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Nita Lowey, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations - Thompson and McCaul Lead Bipartisan Letter to Support Grant Funding to Protect Religious Institutions After Tree of Life Attack Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 15, 2018 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Representative Mike Quigley Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 15, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration should practice what it preaches on press freedom abroad. How will countries like China and Myanmar take us seriously when we turn around and ban reporters from doing their constitutional duties?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2018 Tweet - "Forcibly repatriating Rohingya refugees to Myanmar under the current unsafe conditions would be a grave mistake. The Myanmar military has no respect for human rights, and such a move would put the Rohingya in familiar danger." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mark Green, Administrator for the Agency for International Development - Meng and Ros-lehtinen Urge USAID to Prioritize Gender Equality and Women and Girls' Empowerment Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of State - House Dems Slam Proposed State Dept. Censorship on Women's Health Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Members of Congress Call for the Resignation of Secretary Nielsen Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Letter to Vice President Michael Pence - Raise Plight of Rohingya During East Asia Summit Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "One step Congress can take is to immediately pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act to ensure that the FBI, DOJ, and DHS are assessing and responding to the threat posed by white supremacists and other violent right-wing extremists." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "I continue to pray for the people of California, especially those who've lost loved ones to these deadly fires. The bravery of our first responders working tirelessly to put out these flames is truly remarkable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2018 Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of California as they battle horrific wildfires. Thankful for the bravery of our first responders." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 10, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump's asylum ban is illegal & un-American. For generations our country has had a bipartisan tradition of welcoming those fleeing persecution. If the President is truly concerned about border security, he should work with Congress to pass bipartisan immigration reform." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "This is devastating. Yet again my heart breaks for an American community suffering from the scourge of gun violence. My prayers are with the friends and family of Sgt. Ron Helus, and the many other victims of this horrific tragedy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2018 Casten Statement on Thousand Oaks Shooting Rep.Sean Casten
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "A federal appeals court today called Pres. Trump ending DACA & deporting these young people "cruel and wasteful." Pres. Trump cannot explain this away as national security. It's a hateful policy aimed at innocent young people. Our President should remember his own family's story." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2018 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Dick Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration continues to do everything in its power to end #DACA and deport #Dreamers who came here as children. They have so much to contribute to the only country they call home. Congress must pass my bipartisan #DreamAct." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "End U.S. taxpayer and military support of the Saudi war in Yemen. There are no winners when so many innocent people are killed." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "In 2012, I held a hearing on the threat posed by violent white supremacists. Six years later, not nearly enough has been done to combat this peril. Congress must stop turning a blind eye and immediately pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 3, 2018 Tweet - "One week ago, the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh revealed in heartbreaking detail the hate and latent violence that lives in the hearts of too many in this land." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 2, 2018 Durbin Statement On One-Week Anniversary Of The Worst Ant-Semitic Attack In U.S. History Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 1, 2018 Letter to The Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Sens. Menendez, Blumenthal Lead Group of 31 Senators in Letter to Pompeo Opposing Elimination of Women's Rights Report Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 1, 2018 Letter to the Hon. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense - Smith Leads House Democrats in Demanding Answers on Trump Border Deployment Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump Administration has given a shameful pass to Saudi Arabia, and has not stood up for American values abroad. Will Saudi Arabia be held accountable for its barbaric premeditated murder of Jamal Khashoggi?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Daniel Coats, Director of National Intelligence - Senators Demand Classified Briefing on U.S. Intelligence Community's Knowledge of Saudi Threats Against Jamal Khashoggi Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 30, 2018 Foster Statement on Report that Trump wants to End Birthright Citizenship Rep.Bill Foster
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "It's past time to end U.S. military and taxpayer support of Saudi Arabia's disastrous war in Yemen. A staggering loss of innocent life." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "I stand in solidarity with my good friends at @HIASrefugees. They responded to the rejection of Jewish refugees during the Holocaust by leading America to a more welcoming approach to refugees. They are acting on their faith and fighting for American values." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 29, 2018 Tweet - "I'm grieving with the Jewish community in Pittsburgh, but those of us who serve in Congress must offer more than thoughts & prayers. We must unequivocally condemn anti-Semitism & all forms of bigotry. There's only one legitimate side in this debate & we must unite against hate." Sen.Dick Durbin
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