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Feb. 24, 2022
Fischer Statement on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Sen. Deb Fischer
Feb. 23, 2022
Rep. Roy Introduces Bill to Close Loophole in National Firearms Act
Rep. Chip Roy
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "My heart goes out to the kids and parents in Texas who are scared right now. What the state government is doing is cruel. And I want all the trans youth in TX and across the country to know that I will fight for you and your families every way I can in Congress."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "In rejecting the former president's effort to prevent the release of key documents relating to the @January6thCmte investigation into the Capitol insurrection, SCOTUS made clear that the truths of that day must be told & that justice must be served."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "We should #ProtectTransKids and support them and their parents. This divisive proposal from the Texas Governor is a horrifying attack on families that should have the freedom to live free of discrimination."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "I support the rights enshrined in the First Amendment, but these roads are critical for people to be able to get to work, school, and have products delivered. Many lives could be seriously interrupted because of this circus."
Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "The allegations of "rampant sexual abuse" in our federal prisons are serious and, if true, represent unacceptable and potentially criminal misconduct by BOP officials--and the reported whistleblower retaliation cannot be tolerated."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022
Every Town is a Border Town
Rep. Stephanie Bice
Feb. 23, 2022
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN CASTRO ON RUSSIA'S ONGOING INVASION OF UKRAINE
Rep. Joaquin Castro
Feb. 23, 2022
Norton Gets Melvin Hazen Name Removed from Rock Creek Park
Rep. Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Rejecting Trump's Attempt to Shield January 6th Documents
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 22, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Supreme Court Decision Confirming its Rejection of Former President Trump's Attempt to Hide the Truth of January 6th
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Yesterday would have been my brother John Lewis' 82nd birthday. John dedicated his life to ensuring every American could achieve full freedom & equality. As we remember him, we must not let his work to secure the right to vote go unfinished & enact legislation to #RestoreTheVote."
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Today, our system held these men accountable, but for too many Americans--especially Black & Brown Americans--justice remains elusive. We must continue to confront & root out the kind of hate bias that caused this tragedy and ensure accountability for perpetrators of these crimes."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Stephen Myers was a leader of Albany's Underground Railroad, chair of his local Vigilance Committee & publisher of multiple abolitionist newspapers Born into slavery--he dedicated his life to abolition & improving living conditions for Albany's Black community #BlackHistoryMonth"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2022
Congresswoman Bourdeaux Introduces Legislation to Boost Workforce Development and Reduce Recidivism Rates
Rep. Jay Obernolte, ...
Feb. 22, 2022
Tomorrow: Norton to Hold Virtual Black History Month Event
Rep. Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Rep. McBath Releases Statement Following Federal Hate Crime Verdict in Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
Rep. Lucy McBath
Feb. 22, 2022
Norton to Receive Briefing from Capitol Police Chief on Preparations for Trucker Convoy and State of the Union Address, Tomorrow
Rep. Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Casten Introduces Legislation Banning Inequitable Calculations of Civil Damages
Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "No one should have to ration insulin & put their health at risk because they can't afford it. Capping the cost of insulin to $35/month is good for patients--and it's the right thing to do. Glad to be working with @SenatorWarnock on this."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022
Tweet - "On this day, I remember my dear friend, John Lewis. Today, on what would have been his 82nd birthday, John's impact is still felt. We must continue the fight for voting rights in his honor."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2022
Moolenaar Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine
Rep. John Moolenaar
Feb. 20, 2022
Tweet - "It's preposterous and dangerous that a 40-day supply of insulin can cost over $600. This is a crisis, and @SenateDems will move forward on a bill to fix it. The millions of Americans with diabetes stand with us--like the New Yorkers standing with me today to tell their stories."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 19, 2022
Tweet - "If libraries are centers of learning and truth, librarians are guardians against the misinformation that tears at the fabric of our society. Check out my #BlackHistoryMonth podcast episode with the first African American @LibnOfCongress, Dr. Carla Hayden."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2022
Tweet - "I'm joining @TimKaine in asking the Biden admin to press the CCP to release the family members of several Virginians -- Uyghurs who have been forcibly and wrongfully detained in China. We'll keep fighting for the rule of democracy and human rights globally."
Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Oswald Hope Robertson is cited by some as the inventor of the blood bank. But Dr. Charles Drew, an African American physician, is the inventor of the modern-day blood bank. He developed a method to allow blood to be stored for 2 months. #CriticalRaceFacts"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022
Clarke, DeLauro, Clyburn, Meeks, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley
Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Congresswoman Tenney Stands with Law Enforcement After Day of Unprecedented Violence Against Police
Rep. Claudia Tenney
Feb. 18, 2022
Rep. Roy calls out politicized prosecutions of Austin cops
Rep. Chip Roy
Feb. 18, 2022
Senator Baldwin Praises Wisconsin National Guard's Work to Improve Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response Programs
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 18, 2022
Clyburn, DeLauro, Meeks, Clarke, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley
Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Hayes, Blumenthal Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming Federal Support for Americans with Disabilities
Sen. Dick Blumenthal, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America; Deanne Criswell, Administrator Federal Emergency Management Agency - Maine Delegation, Governor Mills Urge Biden Administration to Extend FEMA Cost Share Measures
Sen. Angus King, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Rep. Barr's RETURN Act Waives Costs and COVID-19 Test Requirements for Americans Fleeing Ukraine
Rep. Andy Barr
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues: We Don't Need a No-Fly List for Unruly Passengers
Sen. Kevin Cramer, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge AG Garland to Reject Expansion to No-Fly List
Sen. Ted Cruz, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Moolenaar Supports Bill to Help Law Enforcement in the Fight Against Fentanyl
Rep. John Moolenaar
Feb. 18, 2022
Senate Passes Resolution Co-Sponsored by Collins, King in Show of Bipartisan Support for Ukraine Against Russian Aggression
Sen. Susan Collins
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense, Hon. Anthony Blinken, Secretary of State - Ryan, Joyce Applaud Administration's Decision to Supply Abrams Tanks to Poland Following Their Urging
Rep. Dave Joyce, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Robert Califf, Commissioner U.S. Food Drug and Administration-HYDE-SMITH, LATTA LEAD CALL FOR FDA TO IMMEDIATELY RESTORE OVERSIGHT OF CHEMICAL ABORTION PILLS
Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. William J. Walker, US House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms - Latta, Kelly, 90+ House Colleagues Call on Sergeant At Arms to Reopen the U.S. Capitol to the Public
Sen. Ted Budd, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
During Senate Hearing, Senator Hassan Discusses Biosecurity & Strengthening the Strategic National Stockpile
Sen. Maggie Hassan
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "I am calling on the @TheJusticeDept to investigate whether members of the Sackler family personally engaged in criminal conduct in connection with Purdue Pharma's admitted criminal wrongdoing in fueling the devastating opioid epidemic."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 17, 2022
Durbin: If Republicans Were Serious About Violent Crime, They Would Get Serious About The January 6 Insurrection
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 17, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, and Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health - Foster Leads Bipartisan Call to Accelerate Research of COVID-19 Combination Therapies
Rep. Angie Craig, ...
Feb. 17, 2022
BLM Bails Out Would-Be Assassin After Louisville Shooting
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Democrats are focused on lowering costs for Americans, including by taking aim at insulin prices. It's preposterous that some pay over $600 for a 40-day supply. This issue is a priority for @SenateDems . I'm proud @SenatorWarnock has introduced legislation to fix this."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Less than 48 hours after a far-left Black Lives Matter activist tried to literally murder a politician, the radical left bailed their comrade out of jail. It is just jaw-dropping. The innocent people of Louisville deserve better."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Capping the cost of insulin at $35/month is a no-brainer step to lower costs for a lifesaving medicine. I'm excited to work with you to get this done, @SenatorWarnock ."
Sen. Patty Murray
Date
Title
Politician
Feb. 24, 2022
Fischer Statement on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Sen.Deb Fischer
Feb. 23, 2022
Rep. Roy Introduces Bill to Close Loophole in National Firearms Act
Rep.Chip Roy
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "My heart goes out to the kids and parents in Texas who are scared right now. What the state government is doing is cruel. And I want all the trans youth in TX and across the country to know that I will fight for you and your families every way I can in Congress."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "In rejecting the former president's effort to prevent the release of key documents relating to the @January6thCmte investigation into the Capitol insurrection, SCOTUS made clear that the truths of that day must be told & that justice must be served."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "We should #ProtectTransKids and support them and their parents. This divisive proposal from the Texas Governor is a horrifying attack on families that should have the freedom to live free of discrimination."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "I support the rights enshrined in the First Amendment, but these roads are critical for people to be able to get to work, school, and have products delivered. Many lives could be seriously interrupted because of this circus."
Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 23, 2022
Tweet - "The allegations of "rampant sexual abuse" in our federal prisons are serious and, if true, represent unacceptable and potentially criminal misconduct by BOP officials--and the reported whistleblower retaliation cannot be tolerated."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022
Every Town is a Border Town
Rep.Stephanie Bice
Feb. 23, 2022
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN CASTRO ON RUSSIA'S ONGOING INVASION OF UKRAINE
Rep.Joaquin Castro
Feb. 23, 2022
Norton Gets Melvin Hazen Name Removed from Rock Creek Park
Rep.Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Hoyer Statement on the Supreme Court Rejecting Trump's Attempt to Shield January 6th Documents
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 22, 2022
Pelosi Statement on Supreme Court Decision Confirming its Rejection of Former President Trump's Attempt to Hide the Truth of January 6th
Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Yesterday would have been my brother John Lewis' 82nd birthday. John dedicated his life to ensuring every American could achieve full freedom & equality. As we remember him, we must not let his work to secure the right to vote go unfinished & enact legislation to #RestoreTheVote."
Rep.Steny Hoyer
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Today, our system held these men accountable, but for too many Americans--especially Black & Brown Americans--justice remains elusive. We must continue to confront & root out the kind of hate bias that caused this tragedy and ensure accountability for perpetrators of these crimes."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "Stephen Myers was a leader of Albany's Underground Railroad, chair of his local Vigilance Committee & publisher of multiple abolitionist newspapers Born into slavery--he dedicated his life to abolition & improving living conditions for Albany's Black community #BlackHistoryMonth"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2022
Congresswoman Bourdeaux Introduces Legislation to Boost Workforce Development and Reduce Recidivism Rates
Rep.Jay Obernolte, ...
Feb. 22, 2022
Tomorrow: Norton to Hold Virtual Black History Month Event
Rep.Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Rep. McBath Releases Statement Following Federal Hate Crime Verdict in Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
Rep.Lucy McBath
Feb. 22, 2022
Norton to Receive Briefing from Capitol Police Chief on Preparations for Trucker Convoy and State of the Union Address, Tomorrow
Rep.Eleanor Norton
Feb. 22, 2022
Casten Introduces Legislation Banning Inequitable Calculations of Civil Damages
Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 22, 2022
Tweet - "No one should have to ration insulin & put their health at risk because they can't afford it. Capping the cost of insulin to $35/month is good for patients--and it's the right thing to do. Glad to be working with @SenatorWarnock on this."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022
Tweet - "On this day, I remember my dear friend, John Lewis. Today, on what would have been his 82nd birthday, John's impact is still felt. We must continue the fight for voting rights in his honor."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 21, 2022
Moolenaar Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine
Rep.John Moolenaar
Feb. 20, 2022
Tweet - "It's preposterous and dangerous that a 40-day supply of insulin can cost over $600. This is a crisis, and @SenateDems will move forward on a bill to fix it. The millions of Americans with diabetes stand with us--like the New Yorkers standing with me today to tell their stories."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 19, 2022
Tweet - "If libraries are centers of learning and truth, librarians are guardians against the misinformation that tears at the fabric of our society. Check out my #BlackHistoryMonth podcast episode with the first African American @LibnOfCongress, Dr. Carla Hayden."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 19, 2022
Tweet - "I'm joining @TimKaine in asking the Biden admin to press the CCP to release the family members of several Virginians -- Uyghurs who have been forcibly and wrongfully detained in China. We'll keep fighting for the rule of democracy and human rights globally."
Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 18, 2022
Tweet - "Oswald Hope Robertson is cited by some as the inventor of the blood bank. But Dr. Charles Drew, an African American physician, is the inventor of the modern-day blood bank. He developed a method to allow blood to be stored for 2 months. #CriticalRaceFacts"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 18, 2022
Clarke, DeLauro, Clyburn, Meeks, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley
Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Congresswoman Tenney Stands with Law Enforcement After Day of Unprecedented Violence Against Police
Rep.Claudia Tenney
Feb. 18, 2022
Rep. Roy calls out politicized prosecutions of Austin cops
Rep.Chip Roy
Feb. 18, 2022
Senator Baldwin Praises Wisconsin National Guard's Work to Improve Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response Programs
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 18, 2022
Clyburn, DeLauro, Meeks, Clarke, Torres Introduce Legislation to Honor Constance Baker Motley
Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Hayes, Blumenthal Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming Federal Support for Americans with Disabilities
Sen.Dick Blumenthal, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America; Deanne Criswell, Administrator Federal Emergency Management Agency - Maine Delegation, Governor Mills Urge Biden Administration to Extend FEMA Cost Share Measures
Sen.Angus King, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Rep. Barr's RETURN Act Waives Costs and COVID-19 Test Requirements for Americans Fleeing Ukraine
Rep.Andy Barr
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues: We Don't Need a No-Fly List for Unruly Passengers
Sen.Kevin Cramer, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge AG Garland to Reject Expansion to No-Fly List
Sen.Ted Cruz, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Moolenaar Supports Bill to Help Law Enforcement in the Fight Against Fentanyl
Rep.John Moolenaar
Feb. 18, 2022
Senate Passes Resolution Co-Sponsored by Collins, King in Show of Bipartisan Support for Ukraine Against Russian Aggression
Sen.Susan Collins
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense, Hon. Anthony Blinken, Secretary of State - Ryan, Joyce Applaud Administration's Decision to Supply Abrams Tanks to Poland Following Their Urging
Rep.Dave Joyce, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. Robert Califf, Commissioner U.S. Food Drug and Administration-HYDE-SMITH, LATTA LEAD CALL FOR FDA TO IMMEDIATELY RESTORE OVERSIGHT OF CHEMICAL ABORTION PILLS
Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
Feb. 18, 2022
Letter to Hon. William J. Walker, US House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms - Latta, Kelly, 90+ House Colleagues Call on Sergeant At Arms to Reopen the U.S. Capitol to the Public
Sen.Ted Budd, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
During Senate Hearing, Senator Hassan Discusses Biosecurity & Strengthening the Strategic National Stockpile
Sen.Maggie Hassan
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "I am calling on the @TheJusticeDept to investigate whether members of the Sackler family personally engaged in criminal conduct in connection with Purdue Pharma's admitted criminal wrongdoing in fueling the devastating opioid epidemic."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Feb. 17, 2022
Durbin: If Republicans Were Serious About Violent Crime, They Would Get Serious About The January 6 Insurrection
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 17, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, and Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health - Foster Leads Bipartisan Call to Accelerate Research of COVID-19 Combination Therapies
Rep.Angie Craig, ...
Feb. 17, 2022
BLM Bails Out Would-Be Assassin After Louisville Shooting
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Democrats are focused on lowering costs for Americans, including by taking aim at insulin prices. It's preposterous that some pay over $600 for a 40-day supply. This issue is a priority for @SenateDems . I'm proud @SenatorWarnock has introduced legislation to fix this."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Less than 48 hours after a far-left Black Lives Matter activist tried to literally murder a politician, the radical left bailed their comrade out of jail. It is just jaw-dropping. The innocent people of Louisville deserve better."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Feb. 17, 2022
Tweet - "Capping the cost of insulin at $35/month is a no-brainer step to lower costs for a lifesaving medicine. I'm excited to work with you to get this done, @SenatorWarnock ."
Sen.Patty Murray
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