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Feb. 1, 2021
Schakowsky Applauds Biden Executive Orders To Protect Our Public Lands
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 1, 2021
Tweet - "There is no excuse for Senate Judiciary Republicans to delay Judge Merrick Garland's nomination to be the next Attorney General. I'm calling on Sen. Graham--who is still Chair of the Committee even though his party is in the minority--to end this delay & schedule this hearing now."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Durbin To Graham: No Justification To Delay Judge Garland's Confirmation Hearing
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 28, 2021
Impeachment
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 28, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Rep. Omar Leads Letter Urging Recurring Survival Checks
Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Jan. 28, 2021
Underwood Statement on President Biden's Announcement to Reopen the Aca Open Enrollment Period
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Jan. 27, 2021
Duckworth, Booker, Carper Applaud Environmental Justice Efforts in President Biden's Climate Action Plan
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 27, 2021
Impeachment
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2021
Tweet - "On January 6, President Trump instigated a violent mob into storming the Capitol. Every member of Congress was there that day--we all watched it happen. It's sad to now watch my Republican colleagues bend over backwards to avoid acknowledging that reality."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of The United States - In First Letter to Biden Administration, Underwood Urges Prioritization of Covid-19 Response, Affordable Health Care, and Maternal Health in President's Budget
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Jan. 27, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Newhouse Joins House Republican Leadership to Oppose Biden's Oil & Gas Moratorium
Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Blinken as Secretary of State
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 26, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Appointed To Serve On The Select Subcommittee On The Coronavirus Crisis
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 26, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Commends President Biden's Memorandum To Combat Xenophobia Against Asian-Americans
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Great to speak with @SamanthaJPower today about plans for leading @USAID in the Biden Administration. Having worked closely with Amb. Power in the past, I know she has the experience and expertise to thrive in this role and I look forward to working with her more in the future."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - ".@Ablinken is going to be an outstanding Secretary of State. I look forward to working with Tony to ensure America's values are represented around the world."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 26, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion
Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Janet Yellen as Treasury Secretary
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Monty Wilkinson, Acting Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice - Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats Seek Answers About DOJ's Role In Trump's Scheme To Overturn The 2020 Election
Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Had a great time speaking with Gov. @GinaRaimondo, President Biden's nominee for Secretary of Commerce. She has the experience to hit the ground running in this new role & I have full confidence in her ability to support American workers and businesses throughout this pandemic."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2021
Duckworth Applauds Biden Appointment of National Council on Disability Chair Gallegos Following Her Recommendation
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - ".@JanetYellen will be an outstanding and historic Treasury Secretary and I look forward to working with her to help our economy recover from this pandemic."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Today's meeting made clear that the Biden Administration's top legislative priority is passing the American Rescue Plan. It's refreshing & long overdue to have @POTUS, @VP, & @WhiteHouse fully engaged in addressing this pandemic with a focus on science & federal leadership."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2021
Schakowsky Statement on Repeal of Muslim Travel Ban
Rep. Jan Schakowsky
Jan. 22, 2021
Duckworth Meets with Secretary-Designate Gina Raimondo
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Austin as Defense Secretary
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2021
Tweet - "General Austin is a true patriot and statesman who has served our country with honor and dignity. He will make an outstanding Secretary of Defense and I am glad that he was quickly confirmed on a bipartisan basis."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2021
Underwood to Introduce Legislation to Create Jobs and Protect Families from Covid-19
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Enjoyed speaking with Ambassador William Burns today. He is a trusted, nonpartisan leader who will make a great CIA Director & I look forward to working with Ambassador Burns in this role in order to rebuild trust & confidence in our intelligence community."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Durbin Votes To Grant Waiver For General Lloyd Austin, President Biden's Nominee For Defense Secretary
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "The terrorists who raided the United States Capitol must be held accountable. And Donald Trump must be held accountable for his incitement of that mob. Our new Senate majority will make both a priority."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Foster Statement on Rescission of Trump's Muslim ban
Rep. Bill Foster
Jan. 21, 2021
Foster Statement on Rejoining Paris Climate Agreement
Rep. Bill Foster
Jan. 21, 2021
Underwood Statement on Vote to Support Waiver for General Lloyd J. Austin, Iii to Serve as United States Secretary of Defense
Rep. Lauren Underwood
Jan. 21, 2021
Bost, Davis Issue Joint Statement on President Biden's Keystone Xl Pipeline Executive Order
Rep. Mike Bost
Jan. 21, 2021
Duckworth Secures Secretary-Designate Buttigieg's Commitment to Prioritize Local Job Creation and Make Transportation Accessible for All
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Nice to speak with AG nominee Merrick Garland today about restoring integrity to the Justice Department. As incoming Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I look forward to working with him to address the urgent challenges facing our nation."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Coronavirus
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Congressman Casten Statement on Waiver Vote for General Austin
Rep. Sean Casten
Jan. 21, 2021
Congressman Casten Statement on President Biden Rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement
Rep. Sean Casten
Jan. 21, 2021
Duckworth Meets with President Biden's SBA Administrator Nominee Isabel Guzman
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 20, 2021
Bost Statement on Biden Inauguration
Rep. Mike Bost
Jan. 20, 2021
Quigley Statement on Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
Rep. Mike Quigley
Jan. 20, 2021
Quigley Statement on Biden Executive Orders
Rep. Mike Quigley
Jan. 20, 2021
Schneider Statement on Day One Executive Actions by President Biden
Rep. Brad Schneider
Jan. 20, 2021
Duckworth Statement Celebrating the Inauguration of President Joe Biden
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Avril Haines just made history as the first woman to become the United States Director of National Intelligence. Though she has a big job ahead of her, I have full confidence that she has the experience and expertise to get it done."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "President @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris. Their inauguration comes during a time of unprecedented challenge for our country--more than 400,000 Americans dead from the coronavirus; a struggling economy; a deeply divided nation; and a climate in dire straits."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Eternally grateful to my friend @JoeBiden for keeping his word and restoring DACA on day one. But until Congress passes the #DreamAct, our work isn't finished. I first introduced the Dream Act 20 years ago. I'll keep fighting until it is the law of the land. #HomeIsHere"
Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Congressman García's Statement on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
Rep. Chuy Garcia
Date
Title
Politician
Feb. 1, 2021
Schakowsky Applauds Biden Executive Orders To Protect Our Public Lands
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Feb. 1, 2021
Tweet - "There is no excuse for Senate Judiciary Republicans to delay Judge Merrick Garland's nomination to be the next Attorney General. I'm calling on Sen. Graham--who is still Chair of the Committee even though his party is in the minority--to end this delay & schedule this hearing now."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 1, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee - Durbin To Graham: No Justification To Delay Judge Garland's Confirmation Hearing
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 28, 2021
Impeachment
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 28, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States; and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Rep. Omar Leads Letter Urging Recurring Survival Checks
Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Jan. 28, 2021
Underwood Statement on President Biden's Announcement to Reopen the Aca Open Enrollment Period
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Jan. 27, 2021
Duckworth, Booker, Carper Applaud Environmental Justice Efforts in President Biden's Climate Action Plan
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 27, 2021
Impeachment
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2021
Tweet - "On January 6, President Trump instigated a violent mob into storming the Capitol. Every member of Congress was there that day--we all watched it happen. It's sad to now watch my Republican colleagues bend over backwards to avoid acknowledging that reality."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 27, 2021
Letter to The Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of The United States - In First Letter to Biden Administration, Underwood Urges Prioritization of Covid-19 Response, Affordable Health Care, and Maternal Health in President's Budget
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Jan. 27, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Newhouse Joins House Republican Leadership to Oppose Biden's Oil & Gas Moratorium
Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Jan. 26, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Blinken as Secretary of State
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 26, 2021
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Appointed To Serve On The Select Subcommittee On The Coronavirus Crisis
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 26, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Commends President Biden's Memorandum To Combat Xenophobia Against Asian-Americans
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - "Great to speak with @SamanthaJPower today about plans for leading @USAID in the Biden Administration. Having worked closely with Amb. Power in the past, I know she has the experience and expertise to thrive in this role and I look forward to working with her more in the future."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 26, 2021
Tweet - ".@Ablinken is going to be an outstanding Secretary of State. I look forward to working with Tony to ensure America's values are represented around the world."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 26, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion
Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Janet Yellen as Treasury Secretary
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 25, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Monty Wilkinson, Acting Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice - Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats Seek Answers About DOJ's Role In Trump's Scheme To Overturn The 2020 Election
Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Had a great time speaking with Gov. @GinaRaimondo, President Biden's nominee for Secretary of Commerce. She has the experience to hit the ground running in this new role & I have full confidence in her ability to support American workers and businesses throughout this pandemic."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 25, 2021
Duckworth Applauds Biden Appointment of National Council on Disability Chair Gallegos Following Her Recommendation
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 25, 2021
Tweet - ".@JanetYellen will be an outstanding and historic Treasury Secretary and I look forward to working with her to help our economy recover from this pandemic."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 24, 2021
Tweet - "Today's meeting made clear that the Biden Administration's top legislative priority is passing the American Rescue Plan. It's refreshing & long overdue to have @POTUS, @VP, & @WhiteHouse fully engaged in addressing this pandemic with a focus on science & federal leadership."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 23, 2021
Schakowsky Statement on Repeal of Muslim Travel Ban
Rep.Jan Schakowsky
Jan. 22, 2021
Duckworth Meets with Secretary-Designate Gina Raimondo
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Austin as Defense Secretary
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 22, 2021
Tweet - "General Austin is a true patriot and statesman who has served our country with honor and dignity. He will make an outstanding Secretary of Defense and I am glad that he was quickly confirmed on a bipartisan basis."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 22, 2021
Underwood to Introduce Legislation to Create Jobs and Protect Families from Covid-19
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Enjoyed speaking with Ambassador William Burns today. He is a trusted, nonpartisan leader who will make a great CIA Director & I look forward to working with Ambassador Burns in this role in order to rebuild trust & confidence in our intelligence community."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Durbin Votes To Grant Waiver For General Lloyd Austin, President Biden's Nominee For Defense Secretary
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "The terrorists who raided the United States Capitol must be held accountable. And Donald Trump must be held accountable for his incitement of that mob. Our new Senate majority will make both a priority."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Foster Statement on Rescission of Trump's Muslim ban
Rep.Bill Foster
Jan. 21, 2021
Foster Statement on Rejoining Paris Climate Agreement
Rep.Bill Foster
Jan. 21, 2021
Underwood Statement on Vote to Support Waiver for General Lloyd J. Austin, Iii to Serve as United States Secretary of Defense
Rep.Lauren Underwood
Jan. 21, 2021
Bost, Davis Issue Joint Statement on President Biden's Keystone Xl Pipeline Executive Order
Rep.Mike Bost
Jan. 21, 2021
Duckworth Secures Secretary-Designate Buttigieg's Commitment to Prioritize Local Job Creation and Make Transportation Accessible for All
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 21, 2021
Tweet - "Nice to speak with AG nominee Merrick Garland today about restoring integrity to the Justice Department. As incoming Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, I look forward to working with him to address the urgent challenges facing our nation."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Coronavirus
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 21, 2021
Congressman Casten Statement on Waiver Vote for General Austin
Rep.Sean Casten
Jan. 21, 2021
Congressman Casten Statement on President Biden Rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement
Rep.Sean Casten
Jan. 21, 2021
Duckworth Meets with President Biden's SBA Administrator Nominee Isabel Guzman
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 20, 2021
Bost Statement on Biden Inauguration
Rep.Mike Bost
Jan. 20, 2021
Quigley Statement on Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
Rep.Mike Quigley
Jan. 20, 2021
Quigley Statement on Biden Executive Orders
Rep.Mike Quigley
Jan. 20, 2021
Schneider Statement on Day One Executive Actions by President Biden
Rep.Brad Schneider
Jan. 20, 2021
Duckworth Statement Celebrating the Inauguration of President Joe Biden
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Avril Haines just made history as the first woman to become the United States Director of National Intelligence. Though she has a big job ahead of her, I have full confidence that she has the experience and expertise to get it done."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "President @JoeBiden and Vice President @KamalaHarris. Their inauguration comes during a time of unprecedented challenge for our country--more than 400,000 Americans dead from the coronavirus; a struggling economy; a deeply divided nation; and a climate in dire straits."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Tweet - "Eternally grateful to my friend @JoeBiden for keeping his word and restoring DACA on day one. But until Congress passes the #DreamAct, our work isn't finished. I first introduced the Dream Act 20 years ago. I'll keep fighting until it is the law of the land. #HomeIsHere"
Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 20, 2021
Congressman García's Statement on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris
Rep.Chuy Garcia
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