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Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Cárdenas Sends Letter to DHS, DOJ Demanding Answers on Tent Courts Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Charles Sheehan, Acting Inspector General of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senator Doug Jones Leads Push for EPA to Enforce Civil Rights Protections Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - 100+ Democrats Demand Stephen Miller's Immediate Firing Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Senator Markey Leads Call to Action on Funding Gun Violence Research at CDC Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Robocallers aren't just annoying millions of Americans every day, they're also defrauding Americans out of millions of dollars every year. My Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act would make it easier for consumers to take action against these scammers." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - 80+ Members Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - 130+ Democratic House Members Urge Senate Action on House-Passes Bills in Wake of Deadly Shootings Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Durbin To BOP Director: Why Is DOJ Undermining The First Step Act? Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Good to catch up w/ Edward Douglas & his exceptional lawyer, MiAngel Cody, in DC today. Mr. Douglas received a life sentence that was triggered by two minor nonviolent drug convictions. After 16 years in prison, he became one of the first people released under the #FirstStepAct." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Engel Joins House Colleagues in Demanding DHS Stop Fee Increases for Naturalization Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Support NPS Management Of Pullman Historic Park Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Reps. Sensenbrenner and Kelly Introduce Bill to Assist Law Enforcement and Reduce Violence Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The @NatlParkService & Chicago community have worked hard to rehabilitate historic structures in the Pullman neighborhood. My bill with @SenDuckworth, the Pullman National Historic Park Act, would ensure NPS continues to preserve this area's unique history." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Cameron Quinn, Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Grijalva Leads 40 Colleagues in Second Letter to Dept. of Homeland Security Demanding Investigation on Remain in Mexico' Policy Toward LGBTQ Asylum Seekers Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "We must ensure the First Step Act is implemented properly, but DOJ won't get on board. Instead of implementing required reforms, DOJ is resisting retroactive Fair Sentencing Act relief for eligible inmates & working to keep them behind bars. That's just plain wrong." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Major League Baseball Commissioner - Representatives McKinley and Trahan Lead Bipartisan Call for Major League Baseball (MLB) to Abandon Harmful Reorganization Effort Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Today @SenatorTomUdall, @MartinHeinrich, @SenBaldwin, @SenFeinstein & I wrote to @Interior to oppose its attempt to walk back protections for wilderness areas in Utah, including the Maganese Road. Read our letter to Sec. Bernhardt here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Garcia, Meng, Jayapal, and Torres Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to Betsy Devos, Secretary of Education - Democrats Slam Devos' Decision to Mask Education Inequalities by Halting Critical Elements of Civil Rights Data Collection Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is taking lives across this country every day. When will Senate Republicans finally say #EnoughIsEnough? It's long past time for Leader McConnell to hold a Senate vote on the House-passed bipartisan background checks bill." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Rep. LaHood Statement on Archbishop Fulton Sheen Rep. Darin LaHood
Nov. 15, 2019 Durbin, Lee Introduce Smarter Sentencing Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Mandatory minimum penalties for non-violent drug offenses have played a large role in the explosion of the U.S. prison population. Once seen as a strong deterrent, these mandatory sentences have too often been unfair, fiscally irresponsible, and a threat to public safety." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Reed, Whitehouse join Senate Democrats in introducing House-passed Violence Against Women Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin, Booker, Harris Introduce New Legislation To Combat Overuse Of Solitary Confinement In Immigration Detention Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Remember--back in August, after the tragic mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, & Odessa, Pres. Trump & the GOP promised to work with Democrats to address gun violence. But nothing has happened since. No plans presented, no compromises delivered. A tragic failure in leadership." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin Meets With Director Of Bureau Of Prisons, Dr. Hawk Sawyer, To Discuss Criminal Justice Reform Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "ICE is holding far too many immigrants in solitary confinement, which should only be used as a last resort. This is about fundamental human rights--proud to introduce legislation with @SenBooker & @SenKamalaHarris to strictly limit this practice in ICE facilities." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "My heart goes out to the victims and those traumatized by shootings like the Santa Clarita school shooting today. Sadly, tragedies like this can--and should--be prevented. We must come together as a nation to address the gun violence crisis. There's no other way." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "BOP plays a critical role in implementing the landmark First Step Act. In our meeting today, I asked BOP Director Dr. Hawk Sawyer to address issues like staffing shortages & the overuse of solitary confinement that are undermining the progress of criminal justice reform." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Devastating reports of yet another school shooting. Thoughts and prayers are not enough. Senate Dems *today* asked that the Senate take up the bipartisan background checks bill that the House passed in February. Senate Rs objected, saying the bill "should not be fast tracked."" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization 223 days ago. Senator McConnell has yet to hold a vote in the Senate. The House is doing its job for the American people, Senate Republicans are not. The Senate remains little more than a legislative graveyard." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Straw purchases are driving gun violence in Chicago. I have a bipartisan bill to crack down on straw purchases--the Stop Illegal Trafficking in Firearms Act--but it's stuck in Sen. Mitch McConnell's legislative graveyard. The Senate should take up & vote on this bill without delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Writers, from @AuthorDanBrown & @JohnGrisham to the next aspiring author, must be able to protect their copyrighted works from infringement. Good to sit down with these authors & @AuthorsGuild to discuss the CASE Act and the protections it provides." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump must stop AG Barr's undermining of the landmark bipartisan reforms that I authored with @ChuckGrassley to reduce sentences for nonviolent drug offenses." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Thousands of women in Illinois depend on @PPFA for quality health care. I'm looking forward to working with @PPFA Acting President & CEO @alexismcgill to adequately fund Planned Parenthood & push back against the Trump Admin's harmful "gag rule."" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, our values as Americans are at stake. Immigrants make the United States a better and stronger place. I hope the Justices will join me in standing with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Bost Introduces Bill to Recognize WWII Pacific Theater Pows Rep. Mike Bost
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Going to the Senate floor to discuss #DACA as it goes before the Supreme Court." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @NPR @MorningEdition soon to talk about the #DACA program before it goes in front of the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "No matter what President Trump says, he will never be able to break the spirit of these brave young #Dreamers. They are determined to be a part of our country's future--and our future will be brighter because of them. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "If Pres. Trump is allowed to terminate the #DACA program, the impact will be felt in every corner of our society. Our health care system would be hit particularly hard without the hard work of #Dreamers in health care professions across the country." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 On Day Of Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream & Promise Act Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I just went to the Senate floor to request unanimous consent to immediately pass the House-passed, bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act that would establish a path to citizenship for #Dreamers. Republicans objected. I will not stop fighting to #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be on @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss the President's case against #DACA as it heads to the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Statement On DACA Supreme Court Oral Arguments Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's attacks on #DACA and #Dreamers are pathetic. He's trying to destroy the dreams of nearly 800,000 young people who know no home outside of the United States. Regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, we will not let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, I can't help but admire the courage of #Dreamers. These young people have never given up the fight. Every single day, they've showed bravery & today is another one of those days. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "#Dreamers are some of the most courageous and determined people in the United States of America. The President's attacks on #DACA & these young people are shameful and cruel. I will always stand with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Congressman García: "The Supreme Court Must Protect DACA" Rep. Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining @NewDay shortly to discuss the #DACA program as we prepare to hear oral arguments in its case before the Supreme Court later today. Tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Meets With DACA Students From Loyola Chicago Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Soon, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Pres. Trump's case against #DACA. I am always proud to stand with the 800,000+ #Dreamers who call this country home, and I will be proud to stand in unity with them today at the Supreme Court. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 CNN - The Supreme Court and Congress must defend Dreamers Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments today in President Trump's case against #DACA. If he has his way, he'll be putting the lives of hundreds of thousands of #Dreamers in peril. We can't let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court and Congress must defend #Dreamers from President Trump's cruel attacks on #DACA. Read my op-ed for @CNN with @RepZoeLofgren here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with two #Dreamers--Cesar and Fernanda--before sharing their stories on the Senate floor. They are just two of the many brave & determined #Dreamers who want nothing more than to stay in the only country they've ever called home. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2019 Tweet - "We celebrate democracy today as we remember the profound words of Winston Churchill 72 years ago." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @NorthwesternLaw I spoke at the #RethinkingSolitary Confinement symposium. Earlier this year I reintroduced the Solitary Confinement Reform Act to reduce the use of solitary confinement and improve the conditions for inmates." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Sikh Americans have added to the social, cultural, & economic diversity of the US, and have served honorably in our military. Proud to introduce a resolution w/ @SenatorMenendez & @SenatorCardin recognizing the contributions of Sikh Americans ahead of Guru Nanak's 550th birthday." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin, Menendez, Cardin Introduce Resolution Recognizing Sikh Americans Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to receive @NatImmForum's Courage to Lead Award yesterday. As the son of an immigrant, this issue is personal to me, and I will continue to advocate for policies that ensure America remains a nation of immigrants." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I always enjoy participating in naturalization ceremonies, like today's event for 42 new American citizens in Chicago. I proudly display my mother's naturalization certificate on my desk in the Capitol as a reminder of her sacrifice." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This remarkable report from @SenatorMenendez shows that the Trump Administration, in an effort to advance its anti-immigrant agenda, knowingly undermined American national security & put the lives of 400,000 people at risk." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments about the fate of the #DACA program. The lives of more than 800,000 #Dreamers hang in the balance. We must give them our full support & never stop working on their behalf. I will always #StandWithDreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I wrote the provision of the landmark #FirstStepAct that reduces these unjust sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. The position of AG Barr's Justice Department is absolutely wrong." Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hosts Unity Breakfast In Palatine, IL Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 6, 2019 Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guiado, Receives Update On Current Situation Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Nov. 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Dept. of Justice - Cárdenas Sends Letter to DHS, DOJ Demanding Answers on Tent Courts Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Nov. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Charles Sheehan, Acting Inspector General of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senator Doug Jones Leads Push for EPA to Enforce Civil Rights Protections Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - 100+ Democrats Demand Stephen Miller's Immediate Firing Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Senator Markey Leads Call to Action on Funding Gun Violence Research at CDC Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Robocallers aren't just annoying millions of Americans every day, they're also defrauding Americans out of millions of dollars every year. My Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act would make it easier for consumers to take action against these scammers." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - 80+ Members Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - 130+ Democratic House Members Urge Senate Action on House-Passes Bills in Wake of Deadly Shootings Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Durbin To BOP Director: Why Is DOJ Undermining The First Step Act? Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Good to catch up w/ Edward Douglas & his exceptional lawyer, MiAngel Cody, in DC today. Mr. Douglas received a life sentence that was triggered by two minor nonviolent drug convictions. After 16 years in prison, he became one of the first people released under the #FirstStepAct." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Dir. of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Engel Joins House Colleagues in Demanding DHS Stop Fee Increases for Naturalization Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Support NPS Management Of Pullman Historic Park Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Reps. Sensenbrenner and Kelly Introduce Bill to Assist Law Enforcement and Reduce Violence Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The @NatlParkService & Chicago community have worked hard to rehabilitate historic structures in the Pullman neighborhood. My bill with @SenDuckworth, the Pullman National Historic Park Act, would ensure NPS continues to preserve this area's unique history." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Cameron Quinn, Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Rep. Grijalva Leads 40 Colleagues in Second Letter to Dept. of Homeland Security Demanding Investigation on Remain in Mexico' Policy Toward LGBTQ Asylum Seekers Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "We must ensure the First Step Act is implemented properly, but DOJ won't get on board. Instead of implementing required reforms, DOJ is resisting retroactive Fair Sentencing Act relief for eligible inmates & working to keep them behind bars. That's just plain wrong." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to Rob Manfred, Major League Baseball Commissioner - Representatives McKinley and Trahan Lead Bipartisan Call for Major League Baseball (MLB) to Abandon Harmful Reorganization Effort Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Today @SenatorTomUdall, @MartinHeinrich, @SenBaldwin, @SenFeinstein & I wrote to @Interior to oppose its attempt to walk back protections for wilderness areas in Utah, including the Maganese Road. Read our letter to Sec. Bernhardt here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Chad F. Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and Hon. Kenneth T. Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Garcia, Meng, Jayapal, and Torres Call on Trump Administration to Abandon Fee Hikes for Immigrants Applying for Citizenship Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to Betsy Devos, Secretary of Education - Democrats Slam Devos' Decision to Mask Education Inequalities by Halting Critical Elements of Civil Rights Data Collection Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Gun violence is taking lives across this country every day. When will Senate Republicans finally say #EnoughIsEnough? It's long past time for Leader McConnell to hold a Senate vote on the House-passed bipartisan background checks bill." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 18, 2019 Rep. LaHood Statement on Archbishop Fulton Sheen Rep.Darin LaHood
Nov. 15, 2019 Durbin, Lee Introduce Smarter Sentencing Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Mandatory minimum penalties for non-violent drug offenses have played a large role in the explosion of the U.S. prison population. Once seen as a strong deterrent, these mandatory sentences have too often been unfair, fiscally irresponsible, and a threat to public safety." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Reed, Whitehouse join Senate Democrats in introducing House-passed Violence Against Women Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin, Booker, Harris Introduce New Legislation To Combat Overuse Of Solitary Confinement In Immigration Detention Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Remember--back in August, after the tragic mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, & Odessa, Pres. Trump & the GOP promised to work with Democrats to address gun violence. But nothing has happened since. No plans presented, no compromises delivered. A tragic failure in leadership." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Durbin Meets With Director Of Bureau Of Prisons, Dr. Hawk Sawyer, To Discuss Criminal Justice Reform Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "ICE is holding far too many immigrants in solitary confinement, which should only be used as a last resort. This is about fundamental human rights--proud to introduce legislation with @SenBooker & @SenKamalaHarris to strictly limit this practice in ICE facilities." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "My heart goes out to the victims and those traumatized by shootings like the Santa Clarita school shooting today. Sadly, tragedies like this can--and should--be prevented. We must come together as a nation to address the gun violence crisis. There's no other way." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "BOP plays a critical role in implementing the landmark First Step Act. In our meeting today, I asked BOP Director Dr. Hawk Sawyer to address issues like staffing shortages & the overuse of solitary confinement that are undermining the progress of criminal justice reform." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Devastating reports of yet another school shooting. Thoughts and prayers are not enough. Senate Dems *today* asked that the Senate take up the bipartisan background checks bill that the House passed in February. Senate Rs objected, saying the bill "should not be fast tracked."" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization 223 days ago. Senator McConnell has yet to hold a vote in the Senate. The House is doing its job for the American people, Senate Republicans are not. The Senate remains little more than a legislative graveyard." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Straw purchases are driving gun violence in Chicago. I have a bipartisan bill to crack down on straw purchases--the Stop Illegal Trafficking in Firearms Act--but it's stuck in Sen. Mitch McConnell's legislative graveyard. The Senate should take up & vote on this bill without delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Writers, from @AuthorDanBrown & @JohnGrisham to the next aspiring author, must be able to protect their copyrighted works from infringement. Good to sit down with these authors & @AuthorsGuild to discuss the CASE Act and the protections it provides." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump must stop AG Barr's undermining of the landmark bipartisan reforms that I authored with @ChuckGrassley to reduce sentences for nonviolent drug offenses." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Thousands of women in Illinois depend on @PPFA for quality health care. I'm looking forward to working with @PPFA Acting President & CEO @alexismcgill to adequately fund Planned Parenthood & push back against the Trump Admin's harmful "gag rule."" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, our values as Americans are at stake. Immigrants make the United States a better and stronger place. I hope the Justices will join me in standing with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Bost Introduces Bill to Recognize WWII Pacific Theater Pows Rep.Mike Bost
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Going to the Senate floor to discuss #DACA as it goes before the Supreme Court." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @NPR @MorningEdition soon to talk about the #DACA program before it goes in front of the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "No matter what President Trump says, he will never be able to break the spirit of these brave young #Dreamers. They are determined to be a part of our country's future--and our future will be brighter because of them. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "If Pres. Trump is allowed to terminate the #DACA program, the impact will be felt in every corner of our society. Our health care system would be hit particularly hard without the hard work of #Dreamers in health care professions across the country." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 On Day Of Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Durbin Calls On Senate To Pass Dream & Promise Act Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I just went to the Senate floor to request unanimous consent to immediately pass the House-passed, bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act that would establish a path to citizenship for #Dreamers. Republicans objected. I will not stop fighting to #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be on @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss the President's case against #DACA as it heads to the Supreme Court later today. Make sure to tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Statement On DACA Supreme Court Oral Arguments Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Executive Session Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump's attacks on #DACA and #Dreamers are pathetic. He's trying to destroy the dreams of nearly 800,000 young people who know no home outside of the United States. Regardless of what the Supreme Court decides, we will not let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "As #DACA goes before the Supreme Court, I can't help but admire the courage of #Dreamers. These young people have never given up the fight. Every single day, they've showed bravery & today is another one of those days. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "#Dreamers are some of the most courageous and determined people in the United States of America. The President's attacks on #DACA & these young people are shameful and cruel. I will always stand with #Dreamers. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Congressman García: "The Supreme Court Must Protect DACA" Rep.Chuy Garcia
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "I'll be joining @NewDay shortly to discuss the #DACA program as we prepare to hear oral arguments in its case before the Supreme Court later today. Tune in. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Durbin Meets With DACA Students From Loyola Chicago Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Soon, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Pres. Trump's case against #DACA. I am always proud to stand with the 800,000+ #Dreamers who call this country home, and I will be proud to stand in unity with them today at the Supreme Court. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 CNN - The Supreme Court and Congress must defend Dreamers Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments today in President Trump's case against #DACA. If he has his way, he'll be putting the lives of hundreds of thousands of #Dreamers in peril. We can't let that happen. #HomeIsHere #ProtectDreamers" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Supreme Court and Congress must defend #Dreamers from President Trump's cruel attacks on #DACA. Read my op-ed for @CNN with @RepZoeLofgren here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with two #Dreamers--Cesar and Fernanda--before sharing their stories on the Senate floor. They are just two of the many brave & determined #Dreamers who want nothing more than to stay in the only country they've ever called home. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 11, 2019 Tweet - "We celebrate democracy today as we remember the profound words of Winston Churchill 72 years ago." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This morning at @NorthwesternLaw I spoke at the #RethinkingSolitary Confinement symposium. Earlier this year I reintroduced the Solitary Confinement Reform Act to reduce the use of solitary confinement and improve the conditions for inmates." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Sikh Americans have added to the social, cultural, & economic diversity of the US, and have served honorably in our military. Proud to introduce a resolution w/ @SenatorMenendez & @SenatorCardin recognizing the contributions of Sikh Americans ahead of Guru Nanak's 550th birthday." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Durbin, Menendez, Cardin Introduce Resolution Recognizing Sikh Americans Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to receive @NatImmForum's Courage to Lead Award yesterday. As the son of an immigrant, this issue is personal to me, and I will continue to advocate for policies that ensure America remains a nation of immigrants." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I always enjoy participating in naturalization ceremonies, like today's event for 42 new American citizens in Chicago. I proudly display my mother's naturalization certificate on my desk in the Capitol as a reminder of her sacrifice." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "This remarkable report from @SenatorMenendez shows that the Trump Administration, in an effort to advance its anti-immigrant agenda, knowingly undermined American national security & put the lives of 400,000 people at risk." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments about the fate of the #DACA program. The lives of more than 800,000 #Dreamers hang in the balance. We must give them our full support & never stop working on their behalf. I will always #StandWithDreamers. #HomeIsHere" Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "I wrote the provision of the landmark #FirstStepAct that reduces these unjust sentences for nonviolent drug offenses. The position of AG Barr's Justice Department is absolutely wrong." Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 7, 2019 Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Hosts Unity Breakfast In Palatine, IL Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Nov. 6, 2019 Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Shares Support For Venezuelan President Juan Guiado, Receives Update On Current Situation Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 6, 2019 Durbin Statement On Poland's Entry Into Visa Waiver Program Sen.Dick Durbin
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