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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. 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 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 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 Durbin, Cortez Masto, Senate Dems Introduce Bill To Protected Unemployed Workers' Health Insurance During Pandemic 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 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - Brown, Colleagues Urge DHS Inspector General to Investigate Alleged Forced Hysterectomies at ICE Facility 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 - "The reason Putin thinks he can get away with anything--from attacking our democracy to poisoning his opposition--is simple. President Trump allows him to." 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. 22, 2020 García Statement on the Creation of an Immigration Unit in the Cook County Public Defender's Office Rep. Chuy Garcia
Sept. 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon, Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State - Schakowsky, Sanders, Other Lawmakers Call for OAS Accountability to Ensure Fair Elections in Bolivia Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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 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. 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 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 - "History is repeating itself in Belarus. The US can't stand by as Europe's last dictator robs his people of democracy. Today I spoke with Belarusian presidential candidate Svetlana Tikhanovskaya to express support for her brave efforts in the face of Lukashenko's authoritarianism." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump has all but given up on maintaining American leadership around the world. Our standing in the international community of nations has never been lower than it is today." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Durbin, Kaine, And Murphy Express Support For Belarusian Presidential Candidate 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. 21, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump can never seem to bring himself to criticize Putin. The former-KGB agent has our President wrapped around his finger." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill 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. 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 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. 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 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 Rohingya in Burma have suffered severe human rights abuse, been brutally forced from their homes & unjustly shut out of the democratic process. I'm joining @SenatorCardin to intro a bipartisan resolution calling for an inclusive, fair, & transparent Burmese election this fall" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act" Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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. 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 - "Listen to the amazing origin story of legislation I introduced 19 years ago to give Dreamers the chance to become citizens. It happened because @Tereza_Lee had the courage to tell her story. She inspired a movement & we won't stop fighting until the #DreamAct is the law of land." 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 Durbin, Senate Dems Unveil America Leads Act To Confront The Rise Of China Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls For A Full Investigation Into Reports Of Forced, Unnecessary Medical Procedures--Including Hysterectomies-- Performed On At Least 17 Immigrant Women In DHS Custody Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 17, 2020 Duckworth Statement in Response to Reports Military Considered Using "heat Ray' Devices Against D.C. Protestors Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump is trying to rescind TPS from hundreds of thousands of immigrants with deep roots in our country -- including 130,000 essential workers -- so he can deport them. The Senate must immediately pass Dream & Promise Act to give these TPS holders a path to citizenship." 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. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, IL Farmers Union members shared with me their concerns about financial difficulties they're facing during the #COVID19 crisis & with the President's decisions to harm ethanol production & overseas markets. I'll keep fighting for greater certainty in farming policies." 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 Tweet - "Senate Republicans have yet again blocked my efforts to pass bipartisan, House-passed legislation designating Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status. Their blatant disregard for the people of Venezuela is a betrayal of our commitment to protect the vulnerable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Congressman García Urges DHS Inspector General to Immediately Investigate Whistleblower Allegations Regarding Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women in ICE Detention Center Rep. Chuy Garcia
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois is not alone facing a serious revenue loss resulting from this pandemic. State and local governments around the country are being forced to slash budgets and cut jobs as they face record revenue loss and increased costs of fighting the virus." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "It's been 90 days since the Supreme Court rejected President Trump's effort to repeal DACA. And yet his Administration is still refusing to accept new DACA applications--openly ignoring an order of the highest court in the land." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Ninety Days Since Landmark Supreme Court DACA Decisions And Following Critical TPS Decision, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream And Promise Act Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Good to receive an update from @US_Stratcom Commander Admiral Richard yesterday about US relations with Russia, China, North Korea, & Iran, and the need to address the dangers of nuclear weapons." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Comments On Vaccine Approval Timeline, ACA Repeal Efforts, And State Of Testing In America During Senate Hearing Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "I spoke with @GrowthEnergy today & heard about how the President's trade policy with China & refinery waivers that have harmed the biofuels industry. Biofuel producers need allies in the Senate & I'm proud to keep fighting on their behalf." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Statement On Illinois Budget Issues Resulting From COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump claimed that a #COVID19 vaccine approval is just a few weeks away. He also claims to have a replacement plan for the ACA ready. Today I asked senior Trump Admin. officials from CDC & HHS if they could back up these claims. They could not." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "This afternoon, I'll be going to the Senate floor with @SenatorMenendez and @ChrisVanHollen trying to pass legislation to protect Venezuelans in the U.S. Make sure you tune in at 2:45 pm ET." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "For once, President Trump is right. Senate Republicans are the only ones holding up #COVID19 relief for the American people." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Senate Republicans Continue To Block Bipartisan, House-Passed Venezuela TPS Legislation Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to speak w/ Venezuela's interim President Juan Guaidó. More than 2 yrs after Venezuela's discredited election, it's outrageous that Maduro is pressing ahead w/ another sham election, this time for the legislature. What they need is a credible & fair presidential election." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenWhitehouse , @maziehirono , & I called for this investigation last month to shed light on the Trump Admin's mismanagement of immigration courts. We must hold the Admin accountable for the troubling politicization of our immigration system." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Letter to Joesph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge Immediate Investigation Into Startling Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women at ICE Detention Facility Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke to @SteveFDA about political pressure from the President & how it is shaking public trust in the scientific integrity of the #COVID19 vaccine approval process. We can't cut corners or permit politics to undermine FDA's duty to ensure safety & efficacy of a vax we all seek." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin Speaks With FDA Commissioner About COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Process & Youth E-Cigarettes Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin Speaks With National Children's Alliance About COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact On Child Abuse Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Earlier this week, I called for the Treasury Dept. to investigate Sandvine's work in Belarus. I'm glad they went ahead & terminated its agreement with Lukashenko's gov't on its own. Still waiting for Pres. Trump to support the brave Belarussians who voted for democracy." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell will have no excuse for sending the Senate home at the end of this month without agreeing on a #COVID19 relief package. The US has less than 5% of the world's population & more than 20% of #COVID19 deaths. We can't afford further inaction from @SenateGOP ." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge DHS Inspector General to Open Investigation Into Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Every country deserves fair elections, but the Last Dictator in Europe--Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko--continues to rob people of this freedom. I'm leading a resolution showing the US rejects his sham election & stands w/ protesters. It's time for President Trump to do the same." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's anti-immigrant policies endanger refugees & asylum seekers fleeing violence and repression. I am joining my colleagues in calling for an end to these policies so that the U.S. can reassume our role as a beacon of freedom & hope for the world." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin: COVID-19 Numbers Are Sobering, Senate Must Act Now Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn't want people from "s…hole countries." Instead he aims to deport 300K -- including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won't call a vote." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "There must be an immediate independent investigation of these horrific allegations. If true, these are grave offenses and the perpetrators must be held accountable for violating the dignity and human rights of the victims." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Ahead Of Upcoming National Assembly Elections, Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guaido Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Last week Senate Republicans held a symbolic, partisan vote on their "emaciated' #COVID19 relief plan. It was voted down on a bipartisan basis. Will they come back this week ready to negotiate? Or are symbolic gestures all they have to offer?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the proud heritage & traditions of Hispanic & Latino culture in Illinois and across the U.S. We are a nation of immigrants made immeasurably stronger by the vast contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities to our society." Sen. Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Court Decision about Temporary Protected Status September 14, 2020 Press Release Rep. Chuy Garcia
Date Title Politician
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. 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 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 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 Durbin, Cortez Masto, Senate Dems Introduce Bill To Protected Unemployed Workers' Health Insurance During Pandemic 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 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - Brown, Colleagues Urge DHS Inspector General to Investigate Alleged Forced Hysterectomies at ICE Facility 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 - "The reason Putin thinks he can get away with anything--from attacking our democracy to poisoning his opposition--is simple. President Trump allows him to." 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. 22, 2020 García Statement on the Creation of an Immigration Unit in the Cook County Public Defender's Office Rep.Chuy Garcia
Sept. 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon, Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State - Schakowsky, Sanders, Other Lawmakers Call for OAS Accountability to Ensure Fair Elections in Bolivia Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
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 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. 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 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 - "History is repeating itself in Belarus. The US can't stand by as Europe's last dictator robs his people of democracy. Today I spoke with Belarusian presidential candidate Svetlana Tikhanovskaya to express support for her brave efforts in the face of Lukashenko's authoritarianism." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump has all but given up on maintaining American leadership around the world. Our standing in the international community of nations has never been lower than it is today." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 22, 2020 Durbin, Kaine, And Murphy Express Support For Belarusian Presidential Candidate 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. 21, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump can never seem to bring himself to criticize Putin. The former-KGB agent has our President wrapped around his finger." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill 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. 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 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. 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 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 Rohingya in Burma have suffered severe human rights abuse, been brutally forced from their homes & unjustly shut out of the democratic process. I'm joining @SenatorCardin to intro a bipartisan resolution calling for an inclusive, fair, & transparent Burmese election this fall" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 18, 2020 Rep. Ted Budd Introduces "Make PPE in America Act" Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
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. 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 - "Listen to the amazing origin story of legislation I introduced 19 years ago to give Dreamers the chance to become citizens. It happened because @Tereza_Lee had the courage to tell her story. She inspired a movement & we won't stop fighting until the #DreamAct is the law of land." 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 Durbin, Senate Dems Unveil America Leads Act To Confront The Rise Of China Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 17, 2020 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Calls For A Full Investigation Into Reports Of Forced, Unnecessary Medical Procedures--Including Hysterectomies-- Performed On At Least 17 Immigrant Women In DHS Custody Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Sept. 17, 2020 Duckworth Statement in Response to Reports Military Considered Using "heat Ray' Devices Against D.C. Protestors Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Sept. 17, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump is trying to rescind TPS from hundreds of thousands of immigrants with deep roots in our country -- including 130,000 essential workers -- so he can deport them. The Senate must immediately pass Dream & Promise Act to give these TPS holders a path to citizenship." 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. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, IL Farmers Union members shared with me their concerns about financial difficulties they're facing during the #COVID19 crisis & with the President's decisions to harm ethanol production & overseas markets. I'll keep fighting for greater certainty in farming policies." 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 Tweet - "Senate Republicans have yet again blocked my efforts to pass bipartisan, House-passed legislation designating Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status. Their blatant disregard for the people of Venezuela is a betrayal of our commitment to protect the vulnerable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Congressman García Urges DHS Inspector General to Immediately Investigate Whistleblower Allegations Regarding Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women in ICE Detention Center Rep.Chuy Garcia
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Illinois is not alone facing a serious revenue loss resulting from this pandemic. State and local governments around the country are being forced to slash budgets and cut jobs as they face record revenue loss and increased costs of fighting the virus." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "It's been 90 days since the Supreme Court rejected President Trump's effort to repeal DACA. And yet his Administration is still refusing to accept new DACA applications--openly ignoring an order of the highest court in the land." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Ninety Days Since Landmark Supreme Court DACA Decisions And Following Critical TPS Decision, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream And Promise Act Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Good to receive an update from @US_Stratcom Commander Admiral Richard yesterday about US relations with Russia, China, North Korea, & Iran, and the need to address the dangers of nuclear weapons." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Slams President Trump's Comments On Vaccine Approval Timeline, ACA Repeal Efforts, And State Of Testing In America During Senate Hearing Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "I spoke with @GrowthEnergy today & heard about how the President's trade policy with China & refinery waivers that have harmed the biofuels industry. Biofuel producers need allies in the Senate & I'm proud to keep fighting on their behalf." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Durbin Statement On Illinois Budget Issues Resulting From COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump claimed that a #COVID19 vaccine approval is just a few weeks away. He also claims to have a replacement plan for the ACA ready. Today I asked senior Trump Admin. officials from CDC & HHS if they could back up these claims. They could not." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "This afternoon, I'll be going to the Senate floor with @SenatorMenendez and @ChrisVanHollen trying to pass legislation to protect Venezuelans in the U.S. Make sure you tune in at 2:45 pm ET." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "For once, President Trump is right. Senate Republicans are the only ones holding up #COVID19 relief for the American people." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Senate Republicans Continue To Block Bipartisan, House-Passed Venezuela TPS Legislation Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to speak w/ Venezuela's interim President Juan Guaidó. More than 2 yrs after Venezuela's discredited election, it's outrageous that Maduro is pressing ahead w/ another sham election, this time for the legislature. What they need is a credible & fair presidential election." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenWhitehouse , @maziehirono , & I called for this investigation last month to shed light on the Trump Admin's mismanagement of immigration courts. We must hold the Admin accountable for the troubling politicization of our immigration system." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 16, 2020 Letter to Joesph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge Immediate Investigation Into Startling Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women at ICE Detention Facility Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Sept. 16, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke to @SteveFDA about political pressure from the President & how it is shaking public trust in the scientific integrity of the #COVID19 vaccine approval process. We can't cut corners or permit politics to undermine FDA's duty to ensure safety & efficacy of a vax we all seek." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin Speaks With FDA Commissioner About COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Process & Youth E-Cigarettes Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin Speaks With National Children's Alliance About COVID-19 Pandemic's Impact On Child Abuse Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Earlier this week, I called for the Treasury Dept. to investigate Sandvine's work in Belarus. I'm glad they went ahead & terminated its agreement with Lukashenko's gov't on its own. Still waiting for Pres. Trump to support the brave Belarussians who voted for democracy." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell will have no excuse for sending the Senate home at the end of this month without agreeing on a #COVID19 relief package. The US has less than 5% of the world's population & more than 20% of #COVID19 deaths. We can't afford further inaction from @SenateGOP ." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security - 173 Members of Congress Urge DHS Inspector General to Open Investigation Into Whistleblower Allegations Regarding High Rates of Hysterectomies Being Performed on Immigrant Women Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Every country deserves fair elections, but the Last Dictator in Europe--Belarus' Alexander Lukashenko--continues to rob people of this freedom. I'm leading a resolution showing the US rejects his sham election & stands w/ protesters. It's time for President Trump to do the same." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump Admin's anti-immigrant policies endanger refugees & asylum seekers fleeing violence and repression. I am joining my colleagues in calling for an end to these policies so that the U.S. can reassume our role as a beacon of freedom & hope for the world." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Durbin: COVID-19 Numbers Are Sobering, Senate Must Act Now Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn't want people from "s…hole countries." Instead he aims to deport 300K -- including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won't call a vote." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "There must be an immediate independent investigation of these horrific allegations. If true, these are grave offenses and the perpetrators must be held accountable for violating the dignity and human rights of the victims." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Ahead Of Upcoming National Assembly Elections, Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guaido Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Last week Senate Republicans held a symbolic, partisan vote on their "emaciated' #COVID19 relief plan. It was voted down on a bipartisan basis. Will they come back this week ready to negotiate? Or are symbolic gestures all they have to offer?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the proud heritage & traditions of Hispanic & Latino culture in Illinois and across the U.S. We are a nation of immigrants made immeasurably stronger by the vast contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities to our society." Sen.Dick Durbin
Sept. 14, 2020 Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Court Decision about Temporary Protected Status September 14, 2020 Press Release Rep.Chuy Garcia
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