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Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the United States, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Durbin, Booker Call Out Barr, Wray For Inadequate Effort To Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I'm asking AG Barr and the DOJ to look into the role of Big Pharma and their executives in fueling the opioid epidemic in America. That this conduct occurred in a corporate boardroom - and not on the streets - does nothing to distinguish it from illegal drug trafficking." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the United States - Durbin Asks Barr To Investigate Opioid Companies That Fueled Addiction Epidemic Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @SpeakerPelosi & I spoke to @realDonaldTrump separately. We told him the best way forward to address gun violence is for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to let the Senate take up & pass the House-passed universal background checks legislation & for him to sign it into law." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Norcross, Fitzpatrick Announce Bipartisan Child Safety Legislation Rep. Donald Norcross, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 "Goldman Act' to Combat Int'l Child Abduction Hits Five-Year Milestone Rep. Chris Smith
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The message from news outlets across the country is pretty clear: @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell is blocking the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks bill from coming up for a vote. It's time to vote on background checks. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 The Hill - The violence paradox Sen. Chris Murphy
Aug. 8, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Mathews" - Transcript: "ICE detains almost 700 workers." Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "More than 200 mayors. Republicans and Democrats. They're right, @SenateMajLdr McConnell. Gavel the Senate back into session and let's vote on the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks legislation immediately. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Schumer Demands Department of Homeland Security Immediately Release Its Legally-Mandated, yet Overdue, Report on Customs Staffing at Northern Ports of Entry; Senator Says a Fully Staffed Northern Border Customs Personnel Is Paramount to Economy-Boosting Cross-Border Tourism, Trade & Security Sen. John Thune
Aug. 8, 2019 Senators Lankford, Scott Introduce Bill to Protect Victims of Natural Disasters Sen. Rick Scott, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Prevent Sexual Abuse of Olympic Athletes Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to Jose Carrion, Chairman of the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico - Velázquez, Menendez, Grijalva, Ocasio-Cortez Ask Oversight Board to Reconsider Cuts to Puerto Rico Healthcare, Education Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The people of Wisconsin overwhelmingly support expanding federal background checks to all gun sales. I have cosponsored legislation in the Senate and Mitch McConnell must allow a vote so we can pass this common sense gun safety reform and start saving lives." Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Bipartisan E&C leaders request GAO examination of DHS's new biosurveillance pilot program Rep. Steven Guthrie, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Absolutely not. President @realDonaldTrump and @SenateMajLdr McConnell can't just give in to the scandal-plagued NRA leadership AGAIN and let them block universal background checks which 90% of Americans want. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "There's no question - violent white supremacy is the most dangerous form of domestic terrorism threatening our nation today. @SenBooker & I are asking the DOJ & FBI to investigate this threat w/ the same level of vigor & intensity as we saw following the Sept. 11 terror attacks." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Udall, Warren, Harris, Blumenthal Release New Details of Expanded DHS Watchdog Probe of CBP Surveillance of Journalists, Activists, and Lawyers Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley" Rep. Mike Quigley
Aug. 7, 2019 In City Club Address, Duckworth Lays out Vision for How to Achieve True American Strength Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 7, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Al Green" Rep. Al Green
Aug. 7, 2019 Newsweek - Trump's idea to tie gun reform to immigration shows contempt for those killed in El Paso and Dayton Rep. Ted Lieu
Aug. 7, 2019 Cornyn Returns to El Paso, Donates Blood, and Condemns Hate-Filled Act of White Supremacist Sen. John Cornyn
Aug. 7, 2019 Collins, Leahy, Durbin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Combat Illegal Straw Purchasing and Firearms Trafficking Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Calls On House and Senate Leadership To Take Immediate Action to Address Rising Threat of White Supremacist Terrorism Rep. Lizzie Fletcher
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader - Lawmakers Call on Mc Connell to Take Immediate Action to Curb Gun Violence Rep. Diana DeGette
Aug. 7, 2019 Smith Statement on Mass Shootings Rep. Adam Smith
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - 213 Democratic members urge McConnell to hold a vote on bipartisan gun violence prevention legislation immediately Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
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. Susie Lee, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 Tweet - "To @SenateMajLdr McConnell: No more games. Gavel the Senate back into session and let's vote on the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks legislation immediately. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We are not going to settle for doing ONLY a tepid version of a Red Flag bill and allow Republicans to push the issue of gun violence to the side We will seek to require that any Red Flag bill that comes to floor be accompanied by a vote on the House-passed background checks bill" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2019 Sens. Coons, Toomey Call for Bipartisan Action to Improve Gun Safety Laws Sen. Chris Coons
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I've been proud to visit #ElPaso with @RepEscobar & witness a diverse, thriving city. I stand in solidarity & mourn with her & all El Pasoans, and I continue to urge @senatemajldr to bring #HR8 to the Senate Floor immediately to prevent gun violence in our nation. #ElPasoStrong" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 54th anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act. Since then, we have seen voter protections stripped away, leading to modern voter suppression tactics. We must continue this fight until America's greatness is accessible & affordable for ALL Americans." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Senator Blackburn's Statement on the Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Aug. 6, 2019 NH Delegation Announces Nearly $150K for NH to Combat Recidivism Among Granite Staters Struggling with Substance Use Disorder Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "A large majority of Americans support universal background checks and extending the time allowed to complete them. @SenateMajLdr needs to bring the Senate back now to answer the nation's call to vote on H.R. 8 and H.R. 1112. #ElPasoStrong #DaytonStrong" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#OTD in 1965 the #VRA was signed into law, but it's critical protections were undermined by #SCOTUS in 2013. Democrats are working to #restoretheVRA and will continue to fight to ensure no American faces barriers at the ballot box." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Adam Schiff" Sen. Adam Schiff
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Senator McConnell should bring the Senate back into session to vote on important gun safety legislation that has already passed the House. There's no excuse for delay." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "America is in the grips of a gun violence crisis. There were 32 separate shootings in Chicago this weekend alone. You have to wonder if we will ever reach the tipping point and finally say #EnoughIsEnough." Sen. Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2019 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: "Rep. Adam Schiff interview." Sen. Adam Schiff
Aug. 6, 2019 Larson: We Must Hold the Senate Accountable Rep. John Larson
Aug. 6, 2019 TURNER Supports Restricting Military Style Weapon Sales, Magazine Limits, & Red Flag Legislation Rep. Mike Turner
Aug. 6, 2019 De Gette, Others Call on Congress to Pass Their Legislation Banning High-Capacity Magazines Rep. Diana DeGette
Aug. 6, 2019 Chairman Thompson releases action plan to redouble efforts to address domestic terrorism threat Rep. Bennie Thompson
Aug. 6, 2019 Rosen Statement Recognizing Voting Rights Act Anniversary Sen. Jacky Rosen
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "54 years ago, the Voting Rights Act became law But we march on In 2013, the Supreme Court delivered the disastrous Shelby County v Holder, gutting key VRA provisions The anti-voting laws that flowed in that decision's wake make clear: the fight for voting rights must continue" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "El Paso, Dayton, more than 200 other mass shootings this year. More than 150 days have gone by since the House passed its bipartisan background checks bill. But @SenateMajLdr McConnell has refused to act. I'm standing with @RepPeteKing to say: Put the bill on the Senate floor" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the United States, and the Hon. Christopher Wray, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Durbin, Booker Call Out Barr, Wray For Inadequate Effort To Combat White Supremacist Terrorism Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "I'm asking AG Barr and the DOJ to look into the role of Big Pharma and their executives in fueling the opioid epidemic in America. That this conduct occurred in a corporate boardroom - and not on the streets - does nothing to distinguish it from illegal drug trafficking." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the United States - Durbin Asks Barr To Investigate Opioid Companies That Fueled Addiction Epidemic Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Today, @SpeakerPelosi & I spoke to @realDonaldTrump separately. We told him the best way forward to address gun violence is for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to let the Senate take up & pass the House-passed universal background checks legislation & for him to sign it into law." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Norcross, Fitzpatrick Announce Bipartisan Child Safety Legislation Rep.Donald Norcross, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 "Goldman Act' to Combat Int'l Child Abduction Hits Five-Year Milestone Rep.Chris Smith
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The message from news outlets across the country is pretty clear: @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell is blocking the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks bill from coming up for a vote. It's time to vote on background checks. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 The Hill - The violence paradox Sen.Chris Murphy
Aug. 8, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball with Chris Mathews" - Transcript: "ICE detains almost 700 workers." Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "More than 200 mayors. Republicans and Democrats. They're right, @SenateMajLdr McConnell. Gavel the Senate back into session and let's vote on the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks legislation immediately. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Schumer Demands Department of Homeland Security Immediately Release Its Legally-Mandated, yet Overdue, Report on Customs Staffing at Northern Ports of Entry; Senator Says a Fully Staffed Northern Border Customs Personnel Is Paramount to Economy-Boosting Cross-Border Tourism, Trade & Security Sen.John Thune
Aug. 8, 2019 Senators Lankford, Scott Introduce Bill to Protect Victims of Natural Disasters Sen.Rick Scott, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation to Prevent Sexual Abuse of Olympic Athletes Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to Jose Carrion, Chairman of the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico - Velázquez, Menendez, Grijalva, Ocasio-Cortez Ask Oversight Board to Reconsider Cuts to Puerto Rico Healthcare, Education Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The people of Wisconsin overwhelmingly support expanding federal background checks to all gun sales. I have cosponsored legislation in the Senate and Mitch McConnell must allow a vote so we can pass this common sense gun safety reform and start saving lives." Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Aug. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Gene Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Bipartisan E&C leaders request GAO examination of DHS's new biosurveillance pilot program Rep.Steven Guthrie, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Absolutely not. President @realDonaldTrump and @SenateMajLdr McConnell can't just give in to the scandal-plagued NRA leadership AGAIN and let them block universal background checks which 90% of Americans want. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 8, 2019 Tweet - "There's no question - violent white supremacy is the most dangerous form of domestic terrorism threatening our nation today. @SenBooker & I are asking the DOJ & FBI to investigate this threat w/ the same level of vigor & intensity as we saw following the Sept. 11 terror attacks." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 8, 2019 Udall, Warren, Harris, Blumenthal Release New Details of Expanded DHS Watchdog Probe of CBP Surveillance of Journalists, Activists, and Lawyers Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
Aug. 8, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Mike Quigley" Rep.Mike Quigley
Aug. 7, 2019 In City Club Address, Duckworth Lays out Vision for How to Achieve True American Strength Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Aug. 7, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Al Green" Rep.Al Green
Aug. 7, 2019 Newsweek - Trump's idea to tie gun reform to immigration shows contempt for those killed in El Paso and Dayton Rep.Ted Lieu
Aug. 7, 2019 Cornyn Returns to El Paso, Donates Blood, and Condemns Hate-Filled Act of White Supremacist Sen.John Cornyn
Aug. 7, 2019 Collins, Leahy, Durbin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Combat Illegal Straw Purchasing and Firearms Trafficking Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Calls On House and Senate Leadership To Take Immediate Action to Address Rising Threat of White Supremacist Terrorism Rep.Lizzie Fletcher
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader - Lawmakers Call on Mc Connell to Take Immediate Action to Curb Gun Violence Rep.Diana DeGette
Aug. 7, 2019 Smith Statement on Mass Shootings Rep.Adam Smith
Aug. 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - 213 Democratic members urge McConnell to hold a vote on bipartisan gun violence prevention legislation immediately Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
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.Susie Lee, ...
Aug. 7, 2019 Tweet - "To @SenateMajLdr McConnell: No more games. Gavel the Senate back into session and let's vote on the bipartisan, House-passed universal background checks legislation immediately. #EnoughIsEnough" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 7, 2019 Tweet - "We are not going to settle for doing ONLY a tepid version of a Red Flag bill and allow Republicans to push the issue of gun violence to the side We will seek to require that any Red Flag bill that comes to floor be accompanied by a vote on the House-passed background checks bill" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2019 Sens. Coons, Toomey Call for Bipartisan Action to Improve Gun Safety Laws Sen.Chris Coons
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "I've been proud to visit #ElPaso with @RepEscobar & witness a diverse, thriving city. I stand in solidarity & mourn with her & all El Pasoans, and I continue to urge @senatemajldr to bring #HR8 to the Senate Floor immediately to prevent gun violence in our nation. #ElPasoStrong" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the 54th anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act. Since then, we have seen voter protections stripped away, leading to modern voter suppression tactics. We must continue this fight until America's greatness is accessible & affordable for ALL Americans." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Senator Blackburn's Statement on the Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton Sen.Marsha Blackburn
Aug. 6, 2019 NH Delegation Announces Nearly $150K for NH to Combat Recidivism Among Granite Staters Struggling with Substance Use Disorder Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "A large majority of Americans support universal background checks and extending the time allowed to complete them. @SenateMajLdr needs to bring the Senate back now to answer the nation's call to vote on H.R. 8 and H.R. 1112. #ElPasoStrong #DaytonStrong" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "#OTD in 1965 the #VRA was signed into law, but it's critical protections were undermined by #SCOTUS in 2013. Democrats are working to #restoretheVRA and will continue to fight to ensure no American faces barriers at the ballot box." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Aug. 6, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Rep. Adam Schiff" Sen.Adam Schiff
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Senator McConnell should bring the Senate back into session to vote on important gun safety legislation that has already passed the House. There's no excuse for delay." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "America is in the grips of a gun violence crisis. There were 32 separate shootings in Chicago this weekend alone. You have to wonder if we will ever reach the tipping point and finally say #EnoughIsEnough." Sen.Dick Durbin
Aug. 6, 2019 MSNBC "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" - Transcript: "Rep. Adam Schiff interview." Sen.Adam Schiff
Aug. 6, 2019 Larson: We Must Hold the Senate Accountable Rep.John Larson
Aug. 6, 2019 TURNER Supports Restricting Military Style Weapon Sales, Magazine Limits, & Red Flag Legislation Rep.Mike Turner
Aug. 6, 2019 De Gette, Others Call on Congress to Pass Their Legislation Banning High-Capacity Magazines Rep.Diana DeGette
Aug. 6, 2019 Chairman Thompson releases action plan to redouble efforts to address domestic terrorism threat Rep.Bennie Thompson
Aug. 6, 2019 Rosen Statement Recognizing Voting Rights Act Anniversary Sen.Jacky Rosen
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "54 years ago, the Voting Rights Act became law But we march on In 2013, the Supreme Court delivered the disastrous Shelby County v Holder, gutting key VRA provisions The anti-voting laws that flowed in that decision's wake make clear: the fight for voting rights must continue" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "El Paso, Dayton, more than 200 other mass shootings this year. More than 150 days have gone by since the House passed its bipartisan background checks bill. But @SenateMajLdr McConnell has refused to act. I'm standing with @RepPeteKing to say: Put the bill on the Senate floor" Sen.Chuck Schumer
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