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Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the people of #PuertoRico in the aftermath of the recent earthquakes. The Congress stands ready to assist #OurFellowAmericans, and I urge the Administration to ensure the necessary resources are in place to address power outages as swiftly as possible." Rep. Steny Hoyer
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. Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 6, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About Pentagon Defending The Killing Of Soleimani Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 3, 2020 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 29, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anti-Semitic Attack in New York Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 29, 2019 Tweet - "I was shocked & saddened by the anti-Semitic attack in New York - & alarmed by the rise in hateful attacks against Jews. Nothing can ever justify anti-Semitism or any vile acts of racist violence. We must all come together as one nation in condemning them." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "No one is above the law -- even a president. Especially a president. If the House does not act, we run the risk of allowing the President's misconduct to be repeated at the expense of our elections, national security, and our Constitution. (2/4)" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Dhs Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2019 Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The appropriations bills considered in the House today represent a compromise & deliver important victories for Americans, including long-term investments in national security, public health, public safety and economic growth. I'm pleased the bills passed w bipartisan support." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Dir. of National Intelligence - Senators Menendez, Young, Van Hollen Request Intelligence Review on Not Extending Nuclear Arms Treaty with Russia Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @RepDavidEPrice for holding a press conf today to mark 90 days since @HUDgov missed its deadline to provide #OurFellowAmericans in Puerto Rico with disaster relief aid appropriated by Congress. HUD is breaking the law & House Dems will not let this stand." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - Wyden, Markey, Van Hollen, Coons, Peters Question Ring's Data Security Practices Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act will help communities rebuild stronger and more resilient following natural disasters. It's the right thing to do for our communities and will save taxpayer dollars. I thank @RepAlGreen and @RepMaxineWaters for their leadership on the bill." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2019 Reps. Green and Wagner Pass Critical Disaster Recovery Legislation Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019 Rep. Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to James Inhofe, Chairman of Senate Committee on Armed Services, Jack Reed, Ranking Member on Senate Committee on Armed Services, Adam Smith, Chairman on House Armed Services Committee, and Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member on House Armed Services Committee - Van Hollen, Rubio Continue to Push for DETER Act in NDAA Negotiations Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The right to vote is the most fundamental right we have as Americans and 17 years ago I was proud to author the #HelpAmericaVoteAct to vastly strengthen our voting systems, invest in more efficient technologies, and provide greater access to the ballot box for all Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 25, 2019 House Democrats Pass Additional Legislation to Secure Elections, Safeguard Our Democracy Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "This week the House: Passed additional legislation to secure our elections and prevent foreign interference Passed the #DebbieSmith Act Advanced #HR3 through @WaysMeansCmte - moving one step closer to #LowerDrugCosts for Americans." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 23, 2019 Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections for A Lasting Democracy Act Rep. Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Blackburn, Colleagues to Secretary Pompeo: Issue U.S. Visa for Leader of Syrian Democratic Forces Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the SHIELD Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2019 Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030 Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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. Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 15, 2019 PBS "News Hours" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 14, 2019 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Decision to Withdraw Remaining U.S. Troops from Northern Syria Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly agree with a federal judge's ruling that @POTUS's national emergency declaration at our border is unlawful & blocking the Admin from stealing money from our troops to fund it. This is a victory for our troops. Dems will continue to oppose this ineffective, costly wall." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 9, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Continued White House Efforts to Stonewall and Obstruct Impeachment Inquiry Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2019 Tweet - "I share former Gov. Kasich's message to Republican Members: the impeachment inquiry is about defending our democracy and national security. It is our duty to get answers for the American people." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump put our national security and election integrity at risk by asking the President of Ukraine to "do me a favor" and interfere in our 2020 elections. That's unacceptable, and the American people deserve answers." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply concerned that POTUS put our national security at risk by withholding security assistance to counter Russian aggression for his own personal gain. All Americans should be concerned by these actions, which GOP Senator Romney called deeply troubling." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Over 300 U.S. national security & foreign policy officials from both sides of the aisle agree that the President's actions to encourage foreign interference in our elections undermine our national security and believe an impeachment inquiry is necessary. https://bit.ly/2nkoae4 " Rep. Steny Hoyer
Oct. 3, 2019 Tweet - ""Do us a favor." That's what POTUS said to the President of Ukraine when he pressured him to interfere in our election. This was an abuse of power that undermined our election integrity & national security. The House has been left w no choice but to begin an impeachment inquiry." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Sept. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Subcommittee Chairmen Seek Intelligence Community's Strategy to Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 20, 2019 DHS Issues Strategy to Counter Violent White Supremacy After Multiple Committee Hearings 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. 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. 16, 2019 Subcommittee Chairmen Issue Joint Statement on White Nationalist Terrorism Hearings Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 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. 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
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman, House Armed Service Committee - 162 Bipartisan House Members Ask NDAA Conferees to Retain PFAS Provisions in Conference Bill Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Rep. Raskin Statement on Trump's Plan to Defund 127 Military Construction Projects to Pay for Border Wall Rep. Jamie Raskin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "It's outrageous that the Admin is subverting Congress's constitutional power of the purse & diverting money intended for disaster relief efforts to expand its inhumane treatment of migrants. House Dems oppose this decision & urge @POTUS to reconsider." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Diverting Disaster Relief Funds Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Russia continues to pose a serious threat to democracies, and candidates in Moscow and St. Petersburg are urging the @OSCE to safeguard their elections. I will continue to work with my colleagues to safeguard democracy and ensure fair elections at home and abroad." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, Acting Secretary of The Department of Homeland Security - Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Joins House Democrats to Demand Answers On Trump Administration's Attempts To Weaken Action On White Supremacist Extremism Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Date Title Politician
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the people of #PuertoRico in the aftermath of the recent earthquakes. The Congress stands ready to assist #OurFellowAmericans, and I urge the Administration to ensure the necessary resources are in place to address power outages as swiftly as possible." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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.Jamie Raskin, ...
Jan. 6, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About Pentagon Defending The Killing Of Soleimani Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 3, 2020 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 29, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Anti-Semitic Attack in New York Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 29, 2019 Tweet - "I was shocked & saddened by the anti-Semitic attack in New York - & alarmed by the rise in hateful attacks against Jews. Nothing can ever justify anti-Semitism or any vile acts of racist violence. We must all come together as one nation in condemning them." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "No one is above the law -- even a president. Especially a president. If the House does not act, we run the risk of allowing the President's misconduct to be repeated at the expense of our elections, national security, and our Constitution. (2/4)" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Dhs Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2019 Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "The appropriations bills considered in the House today represent a compromise & deliver important victories for Americans, including long-term investments in national security, public health, public safety and economic growth. I'm pleased the bills passed w bipartisan support." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Dir. of National Intelligence - Senators Menendez, Young, Van Hollen Request Intelligence Review on Not Extending Nuclear Arms Treaty with Russia Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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.Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "I thank @RepDavidEPrice for holding a press conf today to mark 90 days since @HUDgov missed its deadline to provide #OurFellowAmericans in Puerto Rico with disaster relief aid appropriated by Congress. HUD is breaking the law & House Dems will not let this stand." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 20, 2019 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - Wyden, Markey, Van Hollen, Coons, Peters Question Ring's Data Security Practices Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act will help communities rebuild stronger and more resilient following natural disasters. It's the right thing to do for our communities and will save taxpayer dollars. I thank @RepAlGreen and @RepMaxineWaters for their leadership on the bill." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 18, 2019 Reps. Green and Wagner Pass Critical Disaster Recovery Legislation Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019 Rep.Steny Hoyer
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to James Inhofe, Chairman of Senate Committee on Armed Services, Jack Reed, Ranking Member on Senate Committee on Armed Services, Adam Smith, Chairman on House Armed Services Committee, and Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member on House Armed Services Committee - Van Hollen, Rubio Continue to Push for DETER Act in NDAA Negotiations Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Tweet - "The right to vote is the most fundamental right we have as Americans and 17 years ago I was proud to author the #HelpAmericaVoteAct to vastly strengthen our voting systems, invest in more efficient technologies, and provide greater access to the ballot box for all Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 25, 2019 House Democrats Pass Additional Legislation to Secure Elections, Safeguard Our Democracy Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 25, 2019 Tweet - "This week the House: Passed additional legislation to secure our elections and prevent foreign interference Passed the #DebbieSmith Act Advanced #HR3 through @WaysMeansCmte - moving one step closer to #LowerDrugCosts for Americans." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 23, 2019 Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections for A Lasting Democracy Act Rep.Jamie Raskin
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State - Blackburn, Colleagues to Secretary Pompeo: Issue U.S. Visa for Leader of Syrian Democratic Forces Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Oct. 23, 2019 Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the SHIELD Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 22, 2019 Udall, Bennet Introduce Major Resolution to Set National Conservation Goal: Conserve 30% of U.S. Lands and Ocean by 2030 Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
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.Jamie Raskin, ...
Oct. 15, 2019 PBS "News Hours" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Oct. 14, 2019 Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Decision to Withdraw Remaining U.S. Troops from Northern Syria Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 11, 2019 Tweet - "I strongly agree with a federal judge's ruling that @POTUS's national emergency declaration at our border is unlawful & blocking the Admin from stealing money from our troops to fund it. This is a victory for our troops. Dems will continue to oppose this ineffective, costly wall." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 9, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Continued White House Efforts to Stonewall and Obstruct Impeachment Inquiry Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2019 Tweet - "I share former Gov. Kasich's message to Republican Members: the impeachment inquiry is about defending our democracy and national security. It is our duty to get answers for the American people." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 5, 2019 Tweet - "President Trump put our national security and election integrity at risk by asking the President of Ukraine to "do me a favor" and interfere in our 2020 elections. That's unacceptable, and the American people deserve answers." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Deeply concerned that POTUS put our national security at risk by withholding security assistance to counter Russian aggression for his own personal gain. All Americans should be concerned by these actions, which GOP Senator Romney called deeply troubling." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Over 300 U.S. national security & foreign policy officials from both sides of the aisle agree that the President's actions to encourage foreign interference in our elections undermine our national security and believe an impeachment inquiry is necessary. https://bit.ly/2nkoae4 " Rep.Steny Hoyer
Oct. 3, 2019 Tweet - ""Do us a favor." That's what POTUS said to the President of Ukraine when he pressured him to interfere in our election. This was an abuse of power that undermined our election integrity & national security. The House has been left w no choice but to begin an impeachment inquiry." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Sept. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of National Intelligence - Subcommittee Chairmen Seek Intelligence Community's Strategy to Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 20, 2019 DHS Issues Strategy to Counter Violent White Supremacy After Multiple Committee Hearings 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. 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. 16, 2019 Subcommittee Chairmen Issue Joint Statement on White Nationalist Terrorism Hearings Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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. 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. 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
Sept. 4, 2019 Letter to Adam Smith, Chairman, House Armed Service Committee - 162 Bipartisan House Members Ask NDAA Conferees to Retain PFAS Provisions in Conference Bill Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Sept. 4, 2019 Rep. Raskin Statement on Trump's Plan to Defund 127 Military Construction Projects to Pay for Border Wall Rep.Jamie Raskin
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "It's outrageous that the Admin is subverting Congress's constitutional power of the purse & diverting money intended for disaster relief efforts to expand its inhumane treatment of migrants. House Dems oppose this decision & urge @POTUS to reconsider." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 28, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the Trump Administration Diverting Disaster Relief Funds Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Russia continues to pose a serious threat to democracies, and candidates in Moscow and St. Petersburg are urging the @OSCE to safeguard their elections. I will continue to work with my colleagues to safeguard democracy and ensure fair elections at home and abroad." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, Acting Secretary of The Department of Homeland Security - Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Joins House Democrats to Demand Answers On Trump Administration's Attempts To Weaken Action On White Supremacist Extremism Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
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