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Sept. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Dir. of National Intelligence - Subcommittee Chairmen Seek Info on Intelligence Community's Strategy to Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 The House Begins Official Impeachment Inquiry, Democrats Continue to Work For the People Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Engel Leads Congressional Effort to Secure the Release of Detained Journalist Austin Tice Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of a Resolution Disapproving the President's Emergency Declaration at the Southern Border Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Reports that the Syrian government initiated a chlorine attack again last May is distressing & would be a clear violation of international law. The international community ought to be alarmed by the brutality of the Assad regime." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House passed a bill to improve medical screenings of migrant children and families so they can receive the medical care they need. I urge @senatemajldr to take up the three bills passed by the House to address the inhumane treatment of migrants at our border." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HomelandDems are holding an oversight hearing on DHS's management of ICE facilities. The inhumane treatment of migrants seeking refuge and loss of life in ICE custody is abhorrent. I am thankful to the Committee for continuing to conduct oversight on this issue." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "As we consider legislation this week to improve accountability and access to medical care at the border, Dems are also continuing oversight over ICE detention facilities & the Administration's inhumane policies. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing on this issue today." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Cutting Refugee Admissions Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Rep. Kirkpatrick and Rep. Gosar Bipartisan Bill for Injured and Disabled Veterans Passes House Committee Markup Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Van Hollen Secures Appropriations Measure Prohibiting US Visas for Foreign Officials of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt Responsible for Wrongful Detention of Americans Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 25, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Passage of Additional Legislation to Address the Humanitarian Crisis Created By President Trump At the Border Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed a bill today to promote accountability, transparency, & oversight at the border. It is the 1st of 2 bills this week to address the crisis created by @POTUS. I urge the Senate to pass it to prevent further loss of life & inhumane treatment." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "I started my weekly press conference by voicing my support for Congress moving forward with an official impeachment inquiry. I also said the memo released by the White House is damning evidence that POTUS sought foreign interference ahead of 2020." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, I join in celebrating the service & contributions of immigrants. I'm proud that my father came to this country from Denmark & served in the Armed Forces. House Dems will continue to stand with immigrants & lift up their contributions to our nation." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "DHS made the right decision to reverse its inhumane plan to deport sick migrant children receiving medical care and their families. However, I remain deeply concerned by their cruel anti-immigrant agenda." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 DHS Issues Strategy to Counter Violent White Supremacy After Multiple Committee Hearings Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 8 years since the discriminatory Don't Ask Don't Tell policy was repealed, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in the Armed Forces. I was proud to bring legislation to repeal #DADT to the House Floor, and House Dems continue to stand up for LGBTQ rights." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019 Administration Appears to Reverse Decision to Deport Critically Ill Children After Pressure from Oversight Committee Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Raskin Urges President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference on Introduction of H.R. 3, The Lower Drug Costs Now Act Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - New Documents Show Pentagon Spent At Least $184,000 in U.S. Taxpayer Funds at President Trump's Turnberry Resort Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Casey, 26 Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's So-Called "Public Charge" Rule Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Oversight Seeks Testimony From Top USCIS and ICE Officials After DHS Breaches Agreement with Committee Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The @EPA's dirty water agenda put's the drinking water of 1/3 Americans at risk, threatening communities and families who rely on clean and safe water. House Dems are fighting to #ProtectOurWater and safeguard against @EPAAWheeler and @POTUS's #DirtyWaterRule." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @BennieGThompson for his leadership on the Domestic & International Terrorism DATA Act, which the House will vote on. This bill would strengthen homeland security by providing a full picture of domestic & international terrorist threats we face." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "This #ConstitutionDay & #CitizenshipDay, we commemorate the signing of the Constitution and recognize those who have become citizens. Let us recommit to upholding the Constitution, ensuring all Americans can exercise their right to vote, and fix our broken immigration system." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's "Public Charge" Rule Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Wyden, 26 Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's So-Called "Public Charge" Rule Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Saturday's Attack Against Saudi Arabian Oil Facilities Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - " The attack on Saudi oil facilities is not only an attack on Saudi Arabia but on the stability of the world economy. We do not yet know who perpetrated this attack, but whoever did ought to suffer consequences after a proper investigation of what happened." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 16, 2019 Subcommittee Chairmen Issue Joint Statement on White Nationalist Terrorism Hearings Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 15, 2019 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the innumerable contributions and the service of Hispanic Americans to our nation. As we mark this occasion, we must also stand united against the Admin's dangerous and dehumanizing anti-immigrant policies." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - 35+ Members Demands Answers from DHS about Appalling Treatment of Children, Deprivation of Menstrual Hygiene Products to Girls Detained at the Bor Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Condemn North Korean Labor Camps Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 13, 2019 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Hon. Charles E. Schumer, Hon. Richard Shelby, Hon. Patrick Leahy, Hon. Shelley Moore Capito, Hon. Jon Tester - Van Hollen Leads Senate Democrats in Urging Appropriators To Block Administration Attempts To Unilaterally Transfer DHS Funds to ICE/CBP Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 13, 2019 Tweet - "As we enter Hispanic Heritage month this weekend, House Democrats remain committed to ensuring that #Dreamers can continue to contribute to the country they love and call home." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Gardner and Bipartisan Group of Senators Condemn North Korean Labor Camps Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Admin's policy of turning away desperate and frightened families is cruel. I disagree with the #SCOTUS decision to allow the asylum ban to be implemented. I hope courts will uphold our asylum laws & ensure that America remains a beacon of hope." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 12, 2019 Van Hollen Joins Democratic Senators In Introducing Temporary Protected Status for the Bahamas Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 12, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Van Hollen, Young, Cardin, Graham, Urge Trump to Act on Kashmir Crisis Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "It is outrageous that @POTUS will not provide TPS status to Bahamians fleeing the devastation of Hurricane Dorian. It will take time to rebuild. I urge POTUS to reconsider this decision and provide Bahamians with the opportunity to live & work here until it is safe to return." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court's Decision Upholding the Trump Administration's Asylum Ban Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Dr Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Raskin, Cummings Threaten Subpoena if DOD Continues Withholding Documents on Taxpayer Funds Spent at Trump's Turnberry Resort Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 Oversight to Hold Emergency Hearing on Trump Administration Decision to Deport Critically Ill Children Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James M. Inhoffe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Combating PFAS contamination Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Murphy, Schatz, Dem senators to Lighthizer: No trade negotiations with Brazil until Bolsonaro protects the Amazon Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Harris, Colleagues to Lighthizer: No Trade Negotiations with Brazil Until Bolsonaro Protects the Amazon Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Administration's move to strip funds from 127 military construction projects, including 3 in MD, undermines national security and morale of our troops. House Democrats will continue to fight against this effort to steal funding from our military and service members." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
Sept. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Dir. of National Intelligence - Subcommittee Chairmen Seek Info on Intelligence Community's Strategy to Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 The House Begins Official Impeachment Inquiry, Democrats Continue to Work For the People Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Engel Leads Congressional Effort to Secure the Release of Detained Journalist Austin Tice Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 27, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of a Resolution Disapproving the President's Emergency Declaration at the Southern Border Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Reports that the Syrian government initiated a chlorine attack again last May is distressing & would be a clear violation of international law. The international community ought to be alarmed by the brutality of the Assad regime." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House passed a bill to improve medical screenings of migrant children and families so they can receive the medical care they need. I urge @senatemajldr to take up the three bills passed by the House to address the inhumane treatment of migrants at our border." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @HomelandDems are holding an oversight hearing on DHS's management of ICE facilities. The inhumane treatment of migrants seeking refuge and loss of life in ICE custody is abhorrent. I am thankful to the Committee for continuing to conduct oversight on this issue." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - "As we consider legislation this week to improve accountability and access to medical care at the border, Dems are also continuing oversight over ICE detention facilities & the Administration's inhumane policies. I thank @HouseJudiciary for holding a hearing on this issue today." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Cutting Refugee Admissions Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 26, 2019 Rep. Kirkpatrick and Rep. Gosar Bipartisan Bill for Injured and Disabled Veterans Passes House Committee Markup Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Sept. 26, 2019 Van Hollen Secures Appropriations Measure Prohibiting US Visas for Foreign Officials of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt Responsible for Wrongful Detention of Americans Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 25, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Passage of Additional Legislation to Address the Humanitarian Crisis Created By President Trump At the Border Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "The House passed a bill today to promote accountability, transparency, & oversight at the border. It is the 1st of 2 bills this week to address the crisis created by @POTUS. I urge the Senate to pass it to prevent further loss of life & inhumane treatment." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "I started my weekly press conference by voicing my support for Congress moving forward with an official impeachment inquiry. I also said the memo released by the White House is damning evidence that POTUS sought foreign interference ahead of 2020." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth, I join in celebrating the service & contributions of immigrants. I'm proud that my father came to this country from Denmark & served in the Armed Forces. House Dems will continue to stand with immigrants & lift up their contributions to our nation." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "DHS made the right decision to reverse its inhumane plan to deport sick migrant children receiving medical care and their families. However, I remain deeply concerned by their cruel anti-immigrant agenda." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 20, 2019 DHS Issues Strategy to Counter Violent White Supremacy After Multiple Committee Hearings Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 20, 2019 Tweet - "It has been 8 years since the discriminatory Don't Ask Don't Tell policy was repealed, allowing #LGBTQ Americans to serve openly in the Armed Forces. I was proud to bring legislation to repeal #DADT to the House Floor, and House Dems continue to stand up for LGBTQ rights." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 19, 2019 Administration Appears to Reverse Decision to Deport Critically Ill Children After Pressure from Oversight Committee Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to Donald Trump, The President - Katie Hill Leads Letter Urging President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Raskin Urges President Trump to Prioritize Climate in Renegotiated NAFTA Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 19, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference on Introduction of H.R. 3, The Lower Drug Costs Now Act Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Defense - New Documents Show Pentagon Spent At Least $184,000 in U.S. Taxpayer Funds at President Trump's Turnberry Resort Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Casey, 26 Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's So-Called "Public Charge" Rule Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Oversight Seeks Testimony From Top USCIS and ICE Officials After DHS Breaches Agreement with Committee Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 18, 2019 Tweet - "The @EPA's dirty water agenda put's the drinking water of 1/3 Americans at risk, threatening communities and families who rely on clean and safe water. House Dems are fighting to #ProtectOurWater and safeguard against @EPAAWheeler and @POTUS's #DirtyWaterRule." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @BennieGThompson for his leadership on the Domestic & International Terrorism DATA Act, which the House will vote on. This bill would strengthen homeland security by providing a full picture of domestic & international terrorist threats we face." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "This #ConstitutionDay & #CitizenshipDay, we commemorate the signing of the Constitution and recognize those who have become citizens. Let us recommit to upholding the Constitution, ensuring all Americans can exercise their right to vote, and fix our broken immigration system." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's "Public Charge" Rule Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Wyden, 26 Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to Block Implementation of Trump Administration's So-Called "Public Charge" Rule Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 17, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Saturday's Attack Against Saudi Arabian Oil Facilities Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - " The attack on Saudi oil facilities is not only an attack on Saudi Arabia but on the stability of the world economy. We do not yet know who perpetrated this attack, but whoever did ought to suffer consequences after a proper investigation of what happened." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 16, 2019 Subcommittee Chairmen Issue Joint Statement on White Nationalist Terrorism Hearings Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 15, 2019 Tweet - "This #HispanicHeritageMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the innumerable contributions and the service of Hispanic Americans to our nation. As we mark this occasion, we must also stand united against the Admin's dangerous and dehumanizing anti-immigrant policies." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - 35+ Members Demands Answers from DHS about Appalling Treatment of Children, Deprivation of Menstrual Hygiene Products to Girls Detained at the Bor Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 13, 2019 Van Hollen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Condemn North Korean Labor Camps Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 13, 2019 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Hon. Charles E. Schumer, Hon. Richard Shelby, Hon. Patrick Leahy, Hon. Shelley Moore Capito, Hon. Jon Tester - Van Hollen Leads Senate Democrats in Urging Appropriators To Block Administration Attempts To Unilaterally Transfer DHS Funds to ICE/CBP Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 13, 2019 Tweet - "As we enter Hispanic Heritage month this weekend, House Democrats remain committed to ensuring that #Dreamers can continue to contribute to the country they love and call home." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 13, 2019 Gardner and Bipartisan Group of Senators Condemn North Korean Labor Camps Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Admin's policy of turning away desperate and frightened families is cruel. I disagree with the #SCOTUS decision to allow the asylum ban to be implemented. I hope courts will uphold our asylum laws & ensure that America remains a beacon of hope." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 12, 2019 Van Hollen Joins Democratic Senators In Introducing Temporary Protected Status for the Bahamas Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 12, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Van Hollen, Young, Cardin, Graham, Urge Trump to Act on Kashmir Crisis Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Sept. 11, 2019 Tweet - "It is outrageous that @POTUS will not provide TPS status to Bahamians fleeing the devastation of Hurricane Dorian. It will take time to rebuild. I urge POTUS to reconsider this decision and provide Bahamians with the opportunity to live & work here until it is safe to return." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court's Decision Upholding the Trump Administration's Asylum Ban Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Dr Mark Esper, Secretary of Defense - Raskin, Cummings Threaten Subpoena if DOD Continues Withholding Documents on Taxpayer Funds Spent at Trump's Turnberry Resort Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 Oversight to Hold Emergency Hearing on Trump Administration Decision to Deport Critically Ill Children Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James M. Inhoffe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Combating PFAS contamination Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Murphy, Schatz, Dem senators to Lighthizer: No trade negotiations with Brazil until Bolsonaro protects the Amazon Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative - Harris, Colleagues to Lighthizer: No Trade Negotiations with Brazil Until Bolsonaro Protects the Amazon Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The Administration's move to strip funds from 127 military construction projects, including 3 in MD, undermines national security and morale of our troops. House Democrats will continue to fight against this effort to steal funding from our military and service members." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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