| July 24, 2019
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Tweet - "During my meeting with @ChrisMurphyCT & @rbalsaud today, I stressed the importance of an end to the disastrous war in Yemen & the need to address serious human rights concerns in Saudi Arabia, including the release of Raif Badawi, Waleed Abu al-Khair, and Walid Fitaihi."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 24, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Discuss Election Security With State Board Of Elections Chair Chuck Scholz
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 24, 2019
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Tweet - "Add another Communist dictatorship to the list of friends President Trump favors over world democracies."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 24, 2019
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Tweet - "It's no secret that our elections are under attack and that the Russians are at it again in 2020. Met with @SenDuckworth & IL Board of Elections Chairman Chuck Scholz today to discuss how we can support state efforts to secure our elections."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 24, 2019
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Tweet - "Director Mueller reminded the American people today of the reason why this investigation was necessary. Russia interfered with our democracy in 2016 to sway the presidential race, and they are at it again in 2020. Leader McConnell: we must act to secure our elections now."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 23, 2019
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Tweet - "Our major intelligence agencies have confirmed that the Russians have continued their efforts to interfere in our elections. What are we doing about it? Nothing. The reason? Leader McConnell."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 23, 2019
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United States-Israel Cooperation Enhancement and Regional Security Act
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| July 23, 2019
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Schneider Bipartisan Resolution Opposing Global Bds Movement, Supporting Two-State Solution Passes House
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| July 23, 2019
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Opposing Global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Movement Targeting Israel
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| July 23, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of State, and the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Leahy Leads Judiciary Committee Democrats In Forcefully Condemning Proposal To Zero Out Refugee Admissions
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 23, 2019
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Palestinian International Terrorism Support Prevention Act of 2019
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| July 23, 2019
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Tweet - "White supremacists pose a grave threat to our national security, accounting for more homicides from 2000 to 2016 than any other domestic extremist movement. Today I asked FBI Director Wray whether his agency takes the threat seriously."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 23, 2019
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Durbin Presses FBI Director Wray On Effort To Combat White Supremacist Violence
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 23, 2019
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Tweet - "Today, Director Wray made it clear to the Senate Judiciary Committee that the Russians are still trying to interfere in our elections. Why is Leader McConnell afraid to bring election security bills to the floor for a vote?"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 23, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Menendez Leads 22 Democratic Senators in Letter Opposing State Department Commission Set to "redefine' Human Rights
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 23, 2019
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CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Raja Krishamoorthi
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| July 19, 2019
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Durbin Visits Southwest Border To View Migrant Detention Facilities
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 19, 2019
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Tweet - "We can argue over immigration policy, but we shouldn't have to argue over the treatment of children. It should be a fundamental American value that we treat children with compassion when they arrive at our border. Today's trip to McAllen, Texas really brought that message home."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 19, 2019
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Tweet - "Just got done with my trip to the southern border in McAllen, TX. Our immigration system is broken. You can't walk into these facilities, see these children, and believe that this situation is acceptable. America is better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 19, 2019
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Letter to the President - Carper, Coons to President Trump: Use Emergency Border Funds Only for Humanitarian Purposes
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 19, 2019
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Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García's Statement on Situation in Puerto Rico
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| July 19, 2019
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Tweet - "I'll be joining @SenSchumer and @SenateDems today to evaluate the conditions at the migrant facilities on our southern border. Follow along for updates."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 18, 2019
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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Questions Acting Secretary Of Homeland Security McAleenan, Demands Confirmation That Department Use Humanitarian Funding To Help Detainees
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| July 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Beyer, House Democrats Demand Accountability For Agents Who Posted Racist, Misogynist Messages On CBP Facebook Groups
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| July 18, 2019
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Tweet - "This morning, I had the chance to meet with Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, Zalmay Khalilzad @US4AfghanPeace. The war in Afghanistan is now the longest in US history and I support Khalilzad's efforts to find a negotiated resolution."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 18, 2019
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Tweet - "I welcome the UAE's decision to scale back their involvement in the disastrous war in Yemen. They should also release human rights activist Ahmed Mansoor, who's being held there on questionable charges."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary of Commerce - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
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Rep. Sean Casten, ...
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| July 18, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Rep. Takano, Rep. Haaland, and More than 40 Members of Congress Demand Federal Action to Address Global Recycling Challenges
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Rep. Sean Casten, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Murphy, Blumenthal, colleagues introduce legislation to stop cruel and neglectful treatment of children at the border
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Underwood Bill to Address Medical Crisis at Border Unanimously Advances out Of Homeland Security Committee
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| July 17, 2019
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Grassley, Lankford, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Ensure Justice to US Victims of Terrorism
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Praise Senate Passage Of Bipartisan Resolution Commemorating Fifth Anniversary Of Ukraine's Revolution Of Dignity
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 17, 2019
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Tweet - "Today I met with Under Secretary of the Army, Ryan McCarthy, to discuss Rock Island Arsenal, the budget crisis, the southwest border, and Army recruiting goals."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 17, 2019
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Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Brunei For Barbaric Laws
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Tweet - "Enjoyed meeting with @Harvard President Larry Bacow today to discuss higher education & immigration -- particularly the #DACA program. The son of refugees, Pres. Bacow is a proponent of DACA and understands the importance of compassion in crafting immigration policy."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 17, 2019
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Feinstein, Durbin, Reed Introduce Bill to Stop Corporate Inversions
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 17, 2019
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Tweet - "Just now on the Senate floor, I voted against the Tax Treaty with Luxembourg, but it was not a reflection on the merits of the proposed protocol."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 16, 2019
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Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
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Rep. Mike Quigley
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| July 16, 2019
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Executive Session
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 16, 2019
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As Administration Escalates Tensions with Iran, Reps. Lee, Price, and Schakowsky Introduce Resolution for U.S. Re-entry into Iran Nuclear Agreement
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| July 16, 2019
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Tweet - "In March, @SenatorMenendez and I led a bipartisan group of 24 Senators urging the Trump Admin to designate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) so that Venezuelans in the U.S. are not forced to return to their country at this dangerous time."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 16, 2019
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Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years and 2020
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Rep. Brad Schneider
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| July 16, 2019
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Durbin, Menendez Statement On President Trump's Refusal To Designate Venezuela For TPS
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 16, 2019
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Menendez, Durbin Statement on President Trump's Refusal to Designate Venezuela for TPS
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 16, 2019
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Tweet - "The Trump Admin's new rule blocking asylum claims at our southern border will "endanger vulnerable people in need of international protection from violence or persecution," including children and families, according to @Refugees. America is better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 15, 2019
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Duckworth Meets with Dod Secretary Nominee Mark Esper
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth
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| July 15, 2019
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Tweet - "We must address the root causes driving migrants to our border, and fighting corruption in Northern Triangle countries like Guatemala should be a top priority. The United States should be promoting democracy and stability abroad, not working against them."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 15, 2019
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Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo - Kaine Joins Bipartisan Letter to Pompeo To Push for Release of Saudi Women's Rights Activists
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 14, 2019
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Tweet - "I am proud to stand with @RepChuyGarcia, @RepMikeQuigley, @CongressmanRaja, @ChicagosMayor, and the people of Little Village in solidarity with the immigrant community."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 14, 2019
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CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Dick Durbin
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 12, 2019
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Underwood Supports Critical Investment in National Defense
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Rep. Lauren Underwood
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| July 12, 2019
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House Passes the National Defense Authorization Act
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| July 12, 2019
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House Passes Schakowsky Amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act Providing Oversight of Private Security Contractors
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| July 12, 2019
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Quigley Statement on National Defense Authorization Act
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Rep. Mike Quigley
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| July 12, 2019
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Tweet - "In light of the Trump Administration's cruel plan for mass family arrests, separations, and deportations, it's imperative that immigrants know their rights. More information here: http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/rights/Know_Your_Rights.pdf
" "Same form in multiple languages: http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/rights/immigrant.html
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Today I stood with Rep. Delia Ramirez, Rep. Kelly Cassidy, @CommsUnited families, and community leaders to address the threat of mass arrests and mass deportations of immigrant families, which will lead to many families being separated."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 12, 2019
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Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Legislation To Stop Cruel Treatment Of Children At The Border
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 12, 2019
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Tweet - "Eventually, the history of our time will be written and we're going to have to answer for the ways we're treating migrants at our border. Mass arrests and deportations are fundamentally inconsistent with the values of the United States of America. We must be better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 12, 2019
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Congressman Jesús "Chuy" García Votes for Principled Defense Bill
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Rep. Chuy Garcia
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| July 12, 2019
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Cortez Masto joins legislation to block immigration enforcement at sensitive locations
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 11, 2019
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Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - House Members Urge Administration To Take Action To Lower Drug Prices In USMCA Trade Talks
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| July 11, 2019
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Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - House Members Urge Administration to Take Action To Lower Drug Prices in USMCA Trade Talks
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky
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| July 11, 2019
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hails House Passage Of The Bipartisan Fairness For High-Skilled Immigrants Act
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Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
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| July 11, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Dr. Mark Esper, Acting Secretary of Department of Defense - Harris, Colleagues to Trump: Don't Deport Military Families
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 11, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Matthew T. Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Leahy, Feinstein, Durbin: ICE Should Not Separate Families During Upcoming ICE Raids
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| July 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Cruelty does not make America safer. Mass arrests and deportations are only going to create fear in communities across the United States & separate more families & children. We are better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Mass arrests & deportation of undocumented families now scheduled to start Sunday. More children will be in detention and more families will be divided. These are not dangerous people. This is not about national security. This is about fear & hate. America is better than this."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 11, 2019
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Durbin Statement On Administration Briefing Regarding Election Security
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 11, 2019
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Tweet - "Immigration is a complex issue, but we shouldn't be divided on how we treat children & families. Today, I'm joining @SenSchumer @SenJeffMerkley @PattyMurray & @MazieHirono to intro the Stop Cruelty to Migrant Children Act to ensure humane treatment for migrants in our custody."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 11, 2019
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Menendez, Booker, Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Stop Cruel and Neglectful Treatment of Children at Border
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 10, 2019
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LaHood Applauds USTR Investigation into France's Digital Services Tax
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Rep. Darin LaHood
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| July 10, 2019
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Tweet - "Our intelligence agencies are spending millions of dollars to stop the Russians from making a mockery of the 2020 election. Unfortunately, Leader McConnell is blocking critical, comprehensive election security legislation that would help to assure every vote will be counted."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 10, 2019
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Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Mark Esper, Acting Secretary of Defense - Van Hollen, Senate Democrats to Trump: Don't Deport Military Families
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Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
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| July 10, 2019
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Tweet - "Last night, the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution with @SenTedCruz calling for a swift and peaceful transfer of power in Sudan. The Sudanese people have had enough of tyranny - the US Senate stands with them in their fight for democracy."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| July 10, 2019
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Tweet - "Today, I met with @AmerAcadPeds President-Elect Dr. Sally Goza, to talk about the heart-breaking situation at our southern border."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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