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Jan. 27, 2020
On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Underwood, Katko Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism
Rep. Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "After a year of extreme weather across IL in 2019, 2020 has already gotten off to a similar start with a tornado touching down in Union County. I want to remind all Illinoisans to to take advantage of emergency resources provided if & when necessary."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin. must do more to protect the shorelines of the Great Lakes, including the crown jewel that is our Lake Michigan. Read my letter to the editor calling for greater protections for the Great Lakes' shorelines in yesterday's @Suntimes:"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin. must do more to protect the shorelines of the Great Lakes, including the crown jewel that is our Lake Michigan. Read my letter to the editor calling for greater protections for the Great Lakes' shorelines in yesterday's @Suntimes:"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 16, 2020
Congressional Ukraine Caucus Introduces Legislation Reaffirming Strong Bipartisan Support for Ukrainian People
Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader, the Hon. James E. Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee - Murphy Leads Group Urging Vote on Legislation to End Anti-Muslim Travel Ban
Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "We cannot keep ignoring the deadly menace in our own backyard. Congress must act against white supremacist violence & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump - Senate Democrats Support Puerto Rico's Request For A Major Disaster Declaration To Respond To Earthquakes
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Democratic Senators Request Classified Briefing on Evidence Underlying "Imminent Attacks" on U.S. Embassies
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Murray, Cantwell Demand Answers from CBP Following Reports of Delays and Enhanced Screening for Iranian Americans
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "Far too many communities have been victimized by domestic terrorism in recent years. For too long, we've failed to take action to combat this deadly menace in our own backyard. We cannot afford to wait any longer."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 14, 2020
Durbin, Schneider Reintroduce Legislation To Combat Domestic Terrorist Threat
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 13, 2020
Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Velázquez, Schumer Demand HUD Meeting on Puerto Rico
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Jan. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Neal Joins Colleagues in Letter Urging Trump Administration to Issue Major Disaster Declaration Following Earthquakes in Puerto Rico
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 10, 2020
Statement by Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García on the Situation in Puerto Rico
Rep. Chuy Garcia
Jan. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "With rain and snow in the weekend forecast, I urge Illinoisans to take the proper precautions to stay safe amid potential flooding. FEMA offers preparedness resources and information here: http://www.ready.gov/floods ."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of Puerto Rico as they work to rebuild after yet another natural disaster. The Trump Administration must not hesitate in providing much-needed emergency aid to Puerto Rico."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020
Letter to the Honorable Mark A. Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the United States Customs and Border Protection - Jayapal, DelBene, Murray, Cantwell Lead Letter To DHS Demanding Answers On Iranian Americans Being Detained At Border
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Jan. 6, 2020
Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 11, 2019
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Releases Statement on NDAA Passage
Rep. Robin Kelly
Dec. 11, 2019
Bost Votes to Strengthen Military
Rep. Mike Bost
Dec. 11, 2019
New Democrat Coalition National Security Task Force Statement on NDAA
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 11, 2019
Foster Amendments Adopted in Final NDAA
Rep. Bill Foster
Dec. 11, 2019
Schakowsky Statement on Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Dec. 11, 2019
Underwood Helps Secure Investments in National Defense in the Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "As Pres. Trump welcomes Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to the White House today, Ukraine is still waiting for an Oval Office meeting. We know that Russia is planning to interfere in our election again--they deserve sanctions & a warning, not invitations to the White House."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations - Congressman Marc Veasey, Majority Leader Hoyer, and congressman Raskin call on congressional appropriators to secure critical funding to secure elections
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Dec. 9, 2019
Tweet - "I hope Pres. Trump & Sec. Pompeo focus their meetings with Russian officials on firmly warning against future election interference, Russian assassinations in the West, and renewing the New Start Treaty instead of parroting the Kremlin's propaganda like others in their party."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 6, 2019
Tweet - "The shootings in Pearl Harbor and Pensacola this week are heartbreaking. My prayers are with the victims and their families, and with all those suffering from our nation's epidemic of gun violence."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019
Tweet - "We are less than one year away from the 2020 election and we know Russia is preparing to interfere again, just like they did in 2016. Democrats stand ready to secure our elections. Why won't our Republican colleagues join us?"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2019
Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook Inc., Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, and Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn - Homeland Security Committee Press Top Social Media Companies on Enabling Users to Report Election-Related Misinformation and Disinformation
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Nov. 21, 2019
In Honor of Dr. Dieter Martin Gruen
Rep. Sean Casten
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
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
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. 14, 2019
Tweet - "Violent hate crimes are being committed in the U.S. at a rate we haven't seen in 16 years. Congress must address this rise in hate. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act would help do just that by enhancing our ability to prevent acts of domestic terrorism."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Tweet - "The Senate votes soon on the nomination of Chad Wolf, who will be appointed acting head of DHS. He was deeply involved in family separations & DACA repeal. This should be grounds for dismissal, but the Trump Administration wants to give Mr. Wolf a promotion. I will vote no."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Durbin Votes Against President Trump's Nominee For DHS, Chad Wolf
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters
Rep. Sean Casten
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. 7, 2019
A Last Chance to Protect the 2020 Election
Rep. Mike Quigley
Nov. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Racism & hatred have no place in our society, and the rise in hate crimes is more proof that Congress must act to stem the rising tide of violent white supremacism. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act would enhance the federal government's efforts to prevent domestic terrorism."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "The American people want Congress to address gun violence. They want us to secure our elections. Well--the House did just that, passing legislation to address both issues. But Senator McConnell won't even let us vote on them in the Senate--his legislative graveyard goes on."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "Our elections are under attack. But Senator McConnell & the GOP continue to refuse to pass any meaningful legislation to address this threat. We must end the legislative graveyard in the Senate and secure our elections. Our democracy is at stake."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Hyde Park Herald - We Have an Obligation to Act
Rep. Robin Kelly
Nov. 4, 2019
Tweet - "This is unacceptable. Congress must pass my Protecting Roadside First Responders Act with @RepCheri to help keep our nation's brave first responders safe. #MoveOver"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter - Pascrell, Pallone, Maloney, Malinowski Lead Calls for Twitter to Prevent Census Interference
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and the Hon. Doug Collins, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee - Reps. Tlaib and Blumenauer urge Judiciary Committee to make robust, progressive reforms to Patriot Act
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Casten on Resolution to Formalize Impeachment Inquiry into the President
Rep. Sean Casten
Oct. 31, 2019
Reps. Schneider, Fitzpatrick, Crow Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance Cybersecurity of Small Businesses
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
New Democrat Coalition releases national security principles
Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 29, 2019
Statement on House Vote Recognizing the Armenian Genocide
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 28, 2019
Duckworth Statement on Raid that Killed Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 27, 2019
Tweet - "Today marks one year since an anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, and their families, friends, and loved ones."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019
Underwood Statement on The Death of ISIS Leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Oct. 25, 2019
Senator Duckworth Delivers Weekly Democratic Address
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 24, 2019
Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Introduce New Bill To Protect Roadside First Responders
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 24, 2019
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Tweet - "We've seen heartbreaking roadside accidents in Illinois this year, and we need to reverse the alarming rise in first responder roadside deaths. Today, I introduced the Protecting Roadside First Responders Act with @SenDuckworth and @RepCheri to address this growing problem."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Letter to the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Senators Duckworth and Gillibrand Call for Repeal of 2002 AUMF
Sen. Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "#HoldAVote"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Our nation's top intelligence chiefs have told us time and time again that Russia & Iran are planning to interfere in the 2020 election. This shouldn't be a partisan issue. Sen. McConnell -- #HoldAVote."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 22, 2019
Tweet - "Another bill buried in Senate Majority Leader McConnell's legislative graveyard. Why are Republicans so unwilling to protect our democracy? It's time for Senator McConnell to #HoldAVote on the Election Security Act. We cannot allow a repeat of what took place in 2016."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Corporate Transparency Act of 2019
Rep. Bill Foster
Oct. 22, 2019
Durbin: Shame On Us If We Don't Do Everything In Our Power To Protect The Integrity Of Our Elections
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 16, 2019
Tweet - "Today I met with @StandWParkland to discuss ways to improve school safety and prevent shootings. In addition to expanding mental health services, it's past time for the Senate to vote on the House-passed gun safety legislation -- we cannot afford to wait any longer."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 16, 2019
Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Rose Leads Dozens of House Dems in Asking State Dept: Why Aren't White Supremacist Groups Listed as Foreign Terrorist Organizations?
Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 16, 2019
Durbin Meets With Families Who Lost Loved Ones In Parkland School Shooting
Sen. Dick Durbin
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 27, 2020
On anniversary of Trump's Muslim ban, Coons, Chu, faith and civil rights leaders call for passage of NO BAN Act
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 24, 2020
Underwood, Katko Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Communities from Domestic Terrorism
Rep.Lauren Underwood, ...
Jan. 23, 2020
Tweet - "After a year of extreme weather across IL in 2019, 2020 has already gotten off to a similar start with a tornado touching down in Union County. I want to remind all Illinoisans to to take advantage of emergency resources provided if & when necessary."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin. must do more to protect the shorelines of the Great Lakes, including the crown jewel that is our Lake Michigan. Read my letter to the editor calling for greater protections for the Great Lakes' shorelines in yesterday's @Suntimes:"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2020
Tweet - "The Trump Admin. must do more to protect the shorelines of the Great Lakes, including the crown jewel that is our Lake Michigan. Read my letter to the editor calling for greater protections for the Great Lakes' shorelines in yesterday's @Suntimes:"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 16, 2020
Congressional Ukraine Caucus Introduces Legislation Reaffirming Strong Bipartisan Support for Ukrainian People
Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader, the Hon. James E. Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee - Murphy Leads Group Urging Vote on Legislation to End Anti-Muslim Travel Ban
Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "We cannot keep ignoring the deadly menace in our own backyard. Congress must act against white supremacist violence & pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2020."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump - Senate Democrats Support Puerto Rico's Request For A Major Disaster Declaration To Respond To Earthquakes
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Democratic Senators Request Classified Briefing on Evidence Underlying "Imminent Attacks" on U.S. Embassies
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Murray, Cantwell Demand Answers from CBP Following Reports of Delays and Enhanced Screening for Iranian Americans
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Tweet - "Far too many communities have been victimized by domestic terrorism in recent years. For too long, we've failed to take action to combat this deadly menace in our own backyard. We cannot afford to wait any longer."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 14, 2020
Durbin, Schneider Reintroduce Legislation To Combat Domestic Terrorist Threat
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 13, 2020
Letter to Ben Carson, Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development - Velázquez, Schumer Demand HUD Meeting on Puerto Rico
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Jan. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Neal Joins Colleagues in Letter Urging Trump Administration to Issue Major Disaster Declaration Following Earthquakes in Puerto Rico
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 10, 2020
Statement by Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García on the Situation in Puerto Rico
Rep.Chuy Garcia
Jan. 10, 2020
Tweet - "Proud to stand by leaders from the Jewish, Muslim, African-American, Latino, Sikh, and LGBTQ+ communities at @loop_chicago in the fight to combat violent domestic extremism. The threat of hate crimes and domestic terrorism is not new, but has increased sharply in recent years."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigations - In Aftermath Of Recent Attacks, Durbin Again Calls For Trump Admin To Step Up Efforts To Combat Domestic Terrorism & Hate Crimes
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "With rain and snow in the weekend forecast, I urge Illinoisans to take the proper precautions to stay safe amid potential flooding. FEMA offers preparedness resources and information here: http://www.ready.gov/floods ."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 8, 2020
Tweet - "My prayers are with the people of Puerto Rico as they work to rebuild after yet another natural disaster. The Trump Administration must not hesitate in providing much-needed emergency aid to Puerto Rico."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 6, 2020
Letter to the Honorable Mark A. Morgan, Acting Commissioner of the United States Customs and Border Protection - Jayapal, DelBene, Murray, Cantwell Lead Letter To DHS Demanding Answers On Iranian Americans Being Detained At Border
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Jan. 6, 2020
Tweet - "I am proud to stand with the Jewish community on #JewishandProud Day. The recent rise in anti-Semitic attacks & hate crimes across the U.S. is absolutely unacceptable. Congress must pass my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act and the Jabara-Heyer NO HATE Act immediately."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The shooting that took place in a Texas church yesterday is a sad reminder that not even houses of worship are safe from the threat of gun violence. My heart breaks for the victims and their families and my prayers are with them as they grieve and begin the healing process."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 30, 2019
Tweet - "The anti-Semitic attack in New York is a horrifying tragedy and part of a disturbing trend that must be addressed immediately. Congress must stand in solidarity with the Jewish community to fight the rise in anti-Semitism that is currently taking place across the United States."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 11, 2019
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Releases Statement on NDAA Passage
Rep.Robin Kelly
Dec. 11, 2019
Bost Votes to Strengthen Military
Rep.Mike Bost
Dec. 11, 2019
New Democrat Coalition National Security Task Force Statement on NDAA
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Dec. 11, 2019
Foster Amendments Adopted in Final NDAA
Rep.Bill Foster
Dec. 11, 2019
Schakowsky Statement on Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Dec. 11, 2019
Underwood Helps Secure Investments in National Defense in the Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act Conference Report
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "As Pres. Trump welcomes Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to the White House today, Ukraine is still waiting for an Oval Office meeting. We know that Russia is planning to interfere in our election again--they deserve sanctions & a warning, not invitations to the White House."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations - Congressman Marc Veasey, Majority Leader Hoyer, and congressman Raskin call on congressional appropriators to secure critical funding to secure elections
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Dec. 9, 2019
Tweet - "I hope Pres. Trump & Sec. Pompeo focus their meetings with Russian officials on firmly warning against future election interference, Russian assassinations in the West, and renewing the New Start Treaty instead of parroting the Kremlin's propaganda like others in their party."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 6, 2019
Tweet - "The shootings in Pearl Harbor and Pensacola this week are heartbreaking. My prayers are with the victims and their families, and with all those suffering from our nation's epidemic of gun violence."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019
Tweet - "We are less than one year away from the 2020 election and we know Russia is preparing to interfere again, just like they did in 2016. Democrats stand ready to secure our elections. Why won't our Republican colleagues join us?"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 26, 2019
Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook Inc., Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, and Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn - Homeland Security Committee Press Top Social Media Companies on Enabling Users to Report Election-Related Misinformation and Disinformation
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Nov. 21, 2019
In Honor of Dr. Dieter Martin Gruen
Rep.Sean Casten
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
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
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. 14, 2019
Tweet - "Violent hate crimes are being committed in the U.S. at a rate we haven't seen in 16 years. Congress must address this rise in hate. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act would help do just that by enhancing our ability to prevent acts of domestic terrorism."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Tweet - "The Senate votes soon on the nomination of Chad Wolf, who will be appointed acting head of DHS. He was deeply involved in family separations & DACA repeal. This should be grounds for dismissal, but the Trump Administration wants to give Mr. Wolf a promotion. I will vote no."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 13, 2019
Durbin Votes Against President Trump's Nominee For DHS, Chad Wolf
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to Dr. Neil Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - Casten Urges NOAA to Disregard Political Pressure by the Administration When Reporting Natural Disasters
Rep.Sean Casten
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. 7, 2019
A Last Chance to Protect the 2020 Election
Rep.Mike Quigley
Nov. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Racism & hatred have no place in our society, and the rise in hate crimes is more proof that Congress must act to stem the rising tide of violent white supremacism. My Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act would enhance the federal government's efforts to prevent domestic terrorism."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "The American people want Congress to address gun violence. They want us to secure our elections. Well--the House did just that, passing legislation to address both issues. But Senator McConnell won't even let us vote on them in the Senate--his legislative graveyard goes on."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Tweet - "Our elections are under attack. But Senator McConnell & the GOP continue to refuse to pass any meaningful legislation to address this threat. We must end the legislative graveyard in the Senate and secure our elections. Our democracy is at stake."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 5, 2019
Hyde Park Herald - We Have an Obligation to Act
Rep.Robin Kelly
Nov. 4, 2019
Tweet - "This is unacceptable. Congress must pass my Protecting Roadside First Responders Act with @RepCheri to help keep our nation's brave first responders safe. #MoveOver"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Nov. 4, 2019
Letter to Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter - Pascrell, Pallone, Maloney, Malinowski Lead Calls for Twitter to Prevent Census Interference
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and the Hon. Doug Collins, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee - Reps. Tlaib and Blumenauer urge Judiciary Committee to make robust, progressive reforms to Patriot Act
Rep.Jan Schakowsky, ...
Oct. 31, 2019
Casten on Resolution to Formalize Impeachment Inquiry into the President
Rep.Sean Casten
Oct. 31, 2019
Reps. Schneider, Fitzpatrick, Crow Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance Cybersecurity of Small Businesses
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 30, 2019
New Democrat Coalition releases national security principles
Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Oct. 29, 2019
Statement on House Vote Recognizing the Armenian Genocide
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Oct. 28, 2019
Duckworth Statement on Raid that Killed Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 27, 2019
Tweet - "Today marks one year since an anti-Semitic terrorist attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, and their families, friends, and loved ones."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 27, 2019
Underwood Statement on The Death of ISIS Leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Oct. 25, 2019
Senator Duckworth Delivers Weekly Democratic Address
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Oct. 24, 2019
Durbin, Duckworth, Bustos Introduce New Bill To Protect Roadside First Responders
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 24, 2019
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Tweet - "We've seen heartbreaking roadside accidents in Illinois this year, and we need to reverse the alarming rise in first responder roadside deaths. Today, I introduced the Protecting Roadside First Responders Act with @SenDuckworth and @RepCheri to address this growing problem."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 24, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Letter to the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Senators Duckworth and Gillibrand Call for Repeal of 2002 AUMF
Sen.Ladda Duckworth, ...
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "#HoldAVote"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Our nation's top intelligence chiefs have told us time and time again that Russia & Iran are planning to interfere in the 2020 election. This shouldn't be a partisan issue. Sen. McConnell -- #HoldAVote."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Oct. 22, 2019
Tweet - "Another bill buried in Senate Majority Leader McConnell's legislative graveyard. Why are Republicans so unwilling to protect our democracy? It's time for Senator McConnell to #HoldAVote on the Election Security Act. We cannot allow a repeat of what took place in 2016."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 22, 2019
Corporate Transparency Act of 2019
Rep.Bill Foster
Oct. 22, 2019
Durbin: Shame On Us If We Don't Do Everything In Our Power To Protect The Integrity Of Our Elections
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 16, 2019
Tweet - "Today I met with @StandWParkland to discuss ways to improve school safety and prevent shootings. In addition to expanding mental health services, it's past time for the Senate to vote on the House-passed gun safety legislation -- we cannot afford to wait any longer."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 16, 2019
Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Rose Leads Dozens of House Dems in Asking State Dept: Why Aren't White Supremacist Groups Listed as Foreign Terrorist Organizations?
Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Oct. 16, 2019
Durbin Meets With Families Who Lost Loved Ones In Parkland School Shooting
Sen.Dick Durbin
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