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Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "It's been seven years since President Obama created #DACA, giving 800,000 young #Dreamers the ability to remain in & contribute to the only country they know as home. One of @POTUS's first acts was to terminate this program, putting Dreamers at risk." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Sen. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Rep. Raskin Calls on House and Senate Leadership to Take Immediate Action to Address Rising Threat of White Supremacist Terrorism Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the President's Nomination for the Director of National Intelligence Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2019 Tweet - "When someone opposes @POTUS or is exposing wrongdoing, his response is invariably vicious, false attacks designed to distract, cover up, and divert attention from wrongdoing as well as ignite racism and division." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Special Counsel Mueller's Congressional Testimony Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Matthews" - Transcript "Trump reverses decades of policy." Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rep. Chip Roy And 33 House Members Demand Pelosi Cancel August Recess To Fund ICE Rep. Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2019 Raskin, House, Democrats Introduce Fair Representation Act Following Supreme Court Decision on Gerrymandering Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 24, 2019 Tweet - "Congressional oversight depends on the ability of committees to hear witness testimony without obstruction or obfuscation. I want to hear the full truth from Special Counsel Mueller today -- not whatever the @TheJusticeDept wants the public to hear." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Mueller testifies Trump misled probe." Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Efforts to Restrict Mueller's Testimony Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2019 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: "Boris Johnson to become UK next PM" Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
July 18, 2019 Tweet - "The House will pass the #RaiseTheWage Act today, and I hope the Senate will pass it as well. A pay raise for American workers is long overdue, and it's time we raise wages for the people, as Democrats promised. Today we're keeping that promise. https://bit.ly/32yXGWj " Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Tweet - " It's another good day in the House. The #RaiseTheWage Act passed with bipartisan support. House Dems are continuing to make progress #ForThePeople." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Booker demands answers from AG Barr" Rep. Jamie Raskin
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, House Democrats will make good on our promise to raise wages when we pass the #RaisetheWage Act. Learn how this bill will raise wages for workers, lift families out of poverty, and strengthen the economy:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I was called to preside over the House where I read the parliamentarian's ruling after Republicans moved to take down the Speaker's words -- I did not make that ruling. I said the same thing that @SpeakerPelosi did -- @POTUS's tweets are racist." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "The resolution to condemn @POTUS's tweets is not about partisanship. It's about confronting prejudice. No matter whether one believes he's a racist or not, Members should vote for this resolution that condemns the words he spoke. They hurt. They are not American. They are not us." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "The 10 million Americans who have paid into multi-employer pensions deserve to know they will receive the benefits they've earned when they retire. Next week, the House will consider the Butch Lewis Act, which will help ensure a secure retirement for these workers and retirees." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweets - "At my weekly press conference, I told reporters the House will vote on a resolution condemning @POTUS's racist comments. Our diversity makes us stronger & he cannot & will not change that. I hope many House Republicans join us in condemning the racist nature of his comments." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to support @RepAdamSchiff's resolution that passed the House today that recognizes the growing threat toward freedom of expression and freedom of the press -- freedoms that are vital to democracy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, the @HouseScience Committee held a hearing on how melting ice sheets can inform us about #ClimateChange. House Dems are committed to addressing this crisis & will continue to work to #ActOnClimate." Rep. Steny Hoyer
July 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Oversight Committee Plans Hearing with Acosta on Plea Deal with Epstein Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The funding bills passed today make investments that will benefit #MD05 families, such as efforts to restore oysters to the #ChesapeakeBay, strengthening workforce development, & supporting research initiatives at NIH. I urge the Senate to take it quickly. https://bit.ly/2KpdGEp " Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2019 Authorizing the Committee on the Judiciary to Initiate or Intervene in Judicial Proceedings to Enforce Certain Subpoenas Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Steny Hoyer Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 27, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @ModernizeCmte for holding a hearing today on increasing transparency in the legislative branch. For our government to work #ForThePeople, it must be accessible, transparent, and open." Rep. Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 1, 2019 CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I join in celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month & the many contributions of the AAPI community. I'm proud to work w @CAPAC & Chair @RepJudyChu to continue our work to ensure that America lives up to its promise for all its people. #APAHM https://bit.ly/2VaVuUX " Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 21, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
April 18, 2019 Tweet - "Congress must have the full report & all underlying evidence in order to determine what actions may be necessary to ensure that the Congress & the American people have all the info they need to know the truth & all options ought to remain on the table to achieve that objective." Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "House Dem promised to return to a government #ForThePeople. I'm proud we passed a government reform package soon after taking the majority. Learn more about #HR1 and other accomplishments in our first 100 days of the 116th Congress: https://bit.ly/2X2kJFl #100DaysForthePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 House Democrats Mark 100 Days of Fighting For The People Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 CNN - Speaker Pelosi and Leader Hoyer: It's been a busy 100 days for House Democrats Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "Dems were elected to return to a government of, by, & for the people. In the first 100 days of the Congress, we are delivering on our #ForThePeople agenda to raise wages, lower health care costs, & more. Read my @CNN op-ed with @SpeakerPelosi:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
April 2, 2019 Raskin to Chair New Rules Subcommittee on Expedited Procedures Rep. Jamie Raskin
March 26, 2019 Hoyer: Republicans Set Dangerous Precedent, Allow the President to Ignore the House of Representatives Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 25, 2019 Hoyer Statement on AIPAC Remarks Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 14, 2019 Tweet - "During #SunshineWeek, House Dems reaffirmed our commitment to open, transparent government that works of, by, and #ForThePeople. Here's a look at actions we took to strengthen government transparency and accountability this week: http://bit.ly/2UtXnaB " Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Sunshine Week: House Democrats Shine a Light on Open, Transparent Government For The People Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my presser today by discussing #SunshineWeek. After passing #HR1, which restores our democracy, House Dems are taking up bills to increase govt transparency, including a resolution expressing a sense of Congress that the Mueller report should be made public." Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Hoyer Testimony Before Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "This is #SunshineWeek, when House Dems reaffirm our commitment to open, transparent government that works of, by, & #ForThePeople. We have a busy week of action on the Floor & in committee to increase accountability in govt. Take a look:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I testified before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress & advocated for restoring earmarks; addressing the issue of Member & staff pay & benefits; & modernizing technology to make Congress more responsive & accountable. Read my remarks: http://bit.ly/2HpR9oN " Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 21, 2019 Letter to Secretary Acosta - Senator, Murray, Senate Democrats Press Labor Department for Answers on Unauthorized Apprenticeship Program Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Date Title Politician
Aug. 15, 2019 Tweet - "It's been seven years since President Obama created #DACA, giving 800,000 young #Dreamers the ability to remain in & contribute to the only country they know as home. One of @POTUS's first acts was to terminate this program, putting Dreamers at risk." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Sen. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Rep. Raskin Calls on House and Senate Leadership to Take Immediate Action to Address Rising Threat of White Supremacist Terrorism Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 30, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the President's Nomination for the Director of National Intelligence Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 29, 2019 Tweet - "When someone opposes @POTUS or is exposing wrongdoing, his response is invariably vicious, false attacks designed to distract, cover up, and divert attention from wrongdoing as well as ignite racism and division." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Special Counsel Mueller's Congressional Testimony Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 26, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Matthews" - Transcript "Trump reverses decades of policy." Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 25, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rep. Chip Roy And 33 House Members Demand Pelosi Cancel August Recess To Fund ICE Rep.Andy Harris, ...
July 25, 2019 Raskin, House, Democrats Introduce Fair Representation Act Following Supreme Court Decision on Gerrymandering Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 24, 2019 Tweet - "Congressional oversight depends on the ability of committees to hear witness testimony without obstruction or obfuscation. I want to hear the full truth from Special Counsel Mueller today -- not whatever the @TheJusticeDept wants the public to hear." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 24, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Mueller testifies Trump misled probe." Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration's Efforts to Restrict Mueller's Testimony Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 23, 2019 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: "Boris Johnson to become UK next PM" Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
July 18, 2019 Tweet - "The House will pass the #RaiseTheWage Act today, and I hope the Senate will pass it as well. A pay raise for American workers is long overdue, and it's time we raise wages for the people, as Democrats promised. Today we're keeping that promise. https://bit.ly/32yXGWj " Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 18, 2019 Tweet - " It's another good day in the House. The #RaiseTheWage Act passed with bipartisan support. House Dems are continuing to make progress #ForThePeople." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 17, 2019 MSNBC "All In with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Booker demands answers from AG Barr" Rep.Jamie Raskin
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "On Thursday, House Democrats will make good on our promise to raise wages when we pass the #RaisetheWage Act. Learn how this bill will raise wages for workers, lift families out of poverty, and strengthen the economy:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "Today, I was called to preside over the House where I read the parliamentarian's ruling after Republicans moved to take down the Speaker's words -- I did not make that ruling. I said the same thing that @SpeakerPelosi did -- @POTUS's tweets are racist." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "The resolution to condemn @POTUS's tweets is not about partisanship. It's about confronting prejudice. No matter whether one believes he's a racist or not, Members should vote for this resolution that condemns the words he spoke. They hurt. They are not American. They are not us." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweet - "The 10 million Americans who have paid into multi-employer pensions deserve to know they will receive the benefits they've earned when they retire. Next week, the House will consider the Butch Lewis Act, which will help ensure a secure retirement for these workers and retirees." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 16, 2019 Tweets - "At my weekly press conference, I told reporters the House will vote on a resolution condemning @POTUS's racist comments. Our diversity makes us stronger & he cannot & will not change that. I hope many House Republicans join us in condemning the racist nature of his comments." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 15, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to support @RepAdamSchiff's resolution that passed the House today that recognizes the growing threat toward freedom of expression and freedom of the press -- freedoms that are vital to democracy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 11, 2019 Tweet - "This morning, the @HouseScience Committee held a hearing on how melting ice sheets can inform us about #ClimateChange. House Dems are committed to addressing this crisis & will continue to work to #ActOnClimate." Rep.Steny Hoyer
July 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Acosta, Secretary of Labor - Oversight Committee Plans Hearing with Acosta on Plea Deal with Epstein Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
June 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, the House is debating another funding package that is ForThePeople. It will invest in our nation's infrastructure needs, expand access to affordable housing for families, and improve infrastructure's resiliency to climate change." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The funding bills passed today make investments that will benefit #MD05 families, such as efforts to restore oysters to the #ChesapeakeBay, strengthening workforce development, & supporting research initiatives at NIH. I urge the Senate to take it quickly. https://bit.ly/2KpdGEp " Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 11, 2019 Authorizing the Committee on the Judiciary to Initiate or Intervene in Judicial Proceedings to Enforce Certain Subpoenas Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Steny Hoyer Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 27, 2019 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @ModernizeCmte for holding a hearing today on increasing transparency in the legislative branch. For our government to work #ForThePeople, it must be accessible, transparent, and open." Rep.Steny Hoyer
May 2, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 1, 2019 CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
May 1, 2019 Tweet - "I join in celebrating May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month & the many contributions of the AAPI community. I'm proud to work w @CAPAC & Chair @RepJudyChu to continue our work to ensure that America lives up to its promise for all its people. #APAHM https://bit.ly/2VaVuUX " Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 21, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
April 18, 2019 Tweet - "Congress must have the full report & all underlying evidence in order to determine what actions may be necessary to ensure that the Congress & the American people have all the info they need to know the truth & all options ought to remain on the table to achieve that objective." Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "House Dem promised to return to a government #ForThePeople. I'm proud we passed a government reform package soon after taking the majority. Learn more about #HR1 and other accomplishments in our first 100 days of the 116th Congress: https://bit.ly/2X2kJFl #100DaysForthePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 House Democrats Mark 100 Days of Fighting For The People Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 12, 2019 CNN - Speaker Pelosi and Leader Hoyer: It's been a busy 100 days for House Democrats Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
April 12, 2019 Tweet - "Dems were elected to return to a government of, by, & for the people. In the first 100 days of the Congress, we are delivering on our #ForThePeople agenda to raise wages, lower health care costs, & more. Read my @CNN op-ed with @SpeakerPelosi:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
April 2, 2019 Raskin to Chair New Rules Subcommittee on Expedited Procedures Rep.Jamie Raskin
March 26, 2019 Hoyer: Republicans Set Dangerous Precedent, Allow the President to Ignore the House of Representatives Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 25, 2019 Hoyer Statement on AIPAC Remarks Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "3 months into the Congress, Dems have passed legislation to clean up corruption in Washington & prevent gun violence. We're moving forward w additional bills to lower health care costs, raise wages, rebuild infrastructure & more. Take a look: http://bit.ly/2HI9eOM #ForthePeople" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 14, 2019 Tweet - "During #SunshineWeek, House Dems reaffirmed our commitment to open, transparent government that works of, by, and #ForThePeople. Here's a look at actions we took to strengthen government transparency and accountability this week: http://bit.ly/2UtXnaB " Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Sunshine Week: House Democrats Shine a Light on Open, Transparent Government For The People Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I opened my presser today by discussing #SunshineWeek. After passing #HR1, which restores our democracy, House Dems are taking up bills to increase govt transparency, including a resolution expressing a sense of Congress that the Mueller report should be made public." Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Hoyer Testimony Before Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "This is #SunshineWeek, when House Dems reaffirm our commitment to open, transparent government that works of, by, & #ForThePeople. We have a busy week of action on the Floor & in committee to increase accountability in govt. Take a look:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "I testified before the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress & advocated for restoring earmarks; addressing the issue of Member & staff pay & benefits; & modernizing technology to make Congress more responsive & accountable. Read my remarks: http://bit.ly/2HpR9oN " Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 21, 2019 Letter to Secretary Acosta - Senator, Murray, Senate Democrats Press Labor Department for Answers on Unauthorized Apprenticeship Program Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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