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Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Pres. Trump is sending Judge Barrett to the Supreme Court with an assignment--eliminate the Affordable Care Act. If that happens, over 20 million Americans would lose health coverage and millions with pre-existing conditions would lose protections. I'll fight for each of them." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "If Republicans succeed in getting the Supreme Court to strike down the ACA, over 20 million Americans would lose their health insurance, including 1.7M in Texas 242,000 in South Carolina 187,000 in Iowa It's unthinkable Rs would do this, especially during a pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be going on @MeetThePress soon to share my thoughts on this week's Senate Judiciary hearings concerning the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Serious conflicts of interest: Judge Barrett must immediately pledge to recuse herself from decisions on the Affordable Care Act and the 2020 election." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Ted Cruz Sen. Ted Cruz
Oct. 11, 2020 Indy Star - Todd Young: Judge Amy Coney Barrett deserves a fair hearing Sen. Todd Young
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett's record clearly shows that she would vote to strike down the ACA and overturn Roe. Nothing in her opening statement changes that. A vote for Judge Barrett is a vote to take health care from millions. It's a vote to vastly curtail women's reproductive freedoms." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The far left has been threatening our basic institutions of government since long before this Supreme Court vacancy. When today's Democrats lose one election or one vote on the Senate floor, they start threatening to tear up the rulebook." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 10, 2020 Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Scotus Judges' Right-Wing Attack on Lqbtq+ Rights Rep. Jared Huffman
Oct. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act is at stake in the fight over the Supreme Court. That means protections for pre-existing conditions are at stake as well. The case that will decide the future of health care access is set for Nov. 10. We must fight to save the ACA." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2020 Tweet - "On Monday, Senate Republicans will continue their rush to put another Trump justice on the Supreme Court. This is part of Trump's plan to eliminate the Affordable Care Act & its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. I will do everything I can to fight back." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2020 Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Scotus Judges' Right-Wing Attack on Lqbtq+ Rights Rep. Jamie Raskin
Oct. 9, 2020 With the Health Coverage of Millions of Illinoisans at Risk, Underwood Urges the Protection of the ACA Ahead of Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing Rep. Lauren Underwood
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Lindsey Graham is so anxious to confirm a justice to take away your health care that he doesn't even have time to stop to take a COVID test." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Why won't Lindsey Graham take a COVID test? Maybe he is worried he wouldn't be able to lead an already illegitimate Supreme Court hearing. It's the same reckless behavior as Donald Trump. He must get tested before any hearing can take place." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett is a stellar nominee. I think the president picked the single best person he could have picked anywhere in the country. This is a woman of extraordinary achievement." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 8, 2020 Brown, Baldwin Convene Roundtable to Discuss What's at Stake for Health Care with President Trump's Supreme Court Nomination Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand with these patient groups--who represent millions of Americans with cancer, heart, asthma, & mental health conditions--as they voice their opposition to the Republican effort to repeal pre-existing condition protections through the Supreme Court. #WhatsAtStake" Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "We need action to safeguard workers, staff, and Senators. The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process. Americans see the similarity in the GOP willingness to put workers, staff, Senators at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about COVID-19, the Supreme Court, and more." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman, and the Hon. Dianne Feinstein, Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member - Rep. Cisneros Stands Up for Reproductive Rights and ACA Amid Supreme Court Nomination Rep. Norma Torres, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator for Judge Amy Coney Barrett is a vote to eliminate health care for millions in the middle the COVID pandemic. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care. #WhatsAtStake" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Senate Republicans are trying to ram through a Justice who will take away health care and eliminate protections for millions of Americans with pre-existing conditions. Democrats are fighting to stop it. #WhatsAtStake" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Senate Democrats Release New Report Detailing the Assault on Our Democracy by Republican-Appointed Judges Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Oct. 7, 2020 Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Submit Amicus Brief to Supreme Court in Religious Freedom Case Sen. Ted Cruz
Oct. 7, 2020 Brown, Warren, Highlight Devastating Effects of Supreme Court Further Undermining Workers' Rights Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be on @MSNBC with @chucktodd soon to talk about COVID-19 and the Supreme Court. Make sure you tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator for Judge Amy Coney Barrett is a vote to eliminate health care for millions in the middle the COVID pandemic. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Americans see the similarity in the GOP willingness to put workers, staff, and Senators at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and we need action to safeguard workers, staff, and Senators" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "We're in the middle of a pandemic. But President Trump and Senate Republicans are trying to ram through this illegitimate process for a Supreme Court Justice to rip away health care from millions. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Coastal elites are so disconnected from the heart of America. Having religious beliefs should never disqualify an American from getting a job she's qualified for. In the upcoming confirmation hearing, I hope Judge Barrett's record is evaluated -- not her religion." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "ICYMI: I joined @marthamaccallum to discuss the Senate's months of success with hybrid hearings, Judge Barrett's outstanding qualifications, and Democrats' refusal to get serious on COVID-19 relief talks." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 McConnell Praises Judge Barrett's Qualifications During Kentucky Media Interviews Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Anyone who fairly & honestly evaluates Judge Amy Coney Barrett's fitness to serve on the Supreme Court will find a supremely qualified nominee with decades of experience. Unfortunately, some Senate Democrats appear set on writing her off because of her personal religious beliefs." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "In America, we can't discriminate based on religion. We can't refuse to hire someone because of their religion. Yet, some Democrat senators are already questioning whether Judge Barrett's religion is a reason she isn't fit to serve on SCOTUS. That's not right." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Continued Attacks on Judge Barrett's Faith Are A Disgrace Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The ongoing attacks by Senate Democrats and the media on Judge Barrett's faith are a disgrace. They demean the confirmation process, disrespect the Constitution, and insult millions of American believers." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 6, 2020 Fox News "The Story with Martha McCallum" - Transcript Interview with Mitch McConnell Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 6, 2020 Statement from Rep. Pressley on SCOTUS Threat to LGBTQ+ Rights Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Oct. 6, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Mazie Hirono Sen. Mazie Hirono
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans held a super-spreader event in the Rose Garden to announce Judge Barrett's nomination & now they risk doing it again in Senate hearings. All so they can rush through a nominee to help them strike down the ACA & rip health care away from millions during a pandemic." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and the Senate needs thorough COVID testing immediately. Americans see the similarity between the GOP willingness to put Senators and staff at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's conservative justices are already making it harder to vote in a pandemic. Make no mistake: The right to vote is #WhatsAtStake. Democrats are fighting for democracy." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump made an outstanding choice in Judge Amy Coney Barrett. She is one of the finest legal minds of her generation. She's won national admiration for her example of strong female leadership. She's exactly the kind of person Americans deserve on their highest Court." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats say they'll try everything to stall Judge Barrett. The latest excuse: Hybrid hearings with some virtual participation are suddenly bad. The Senate has held 150 of these hybrid hearings since May. Democrats have taken advantage of the tools. They've praised the format." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be joining @SRuhle on @MSNBC shortly to discuss the latest on COVID-19 and the Supreme Court. Tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2020 Murphy Launches "Share Your Story" Campaign To Highlight What's At Stake If Judge Barrett Is Confirmed To Help Overturn The Affordable Care Act Sen. Chris Murphy
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and the Senate needs thorough COVID testing now Americans see the similarity between GOP willingness to put Senators and staff at risk in pursuit of power and their willingness to strip health care from millions" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court controversy is not just partisan politics. Republicans are rushing through a nominee because they want the Court to strike down the ACA, ripping health care away from millions & ending protections for people with pre-existing conditions." Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Pres. Trump is sending Judge Barrett to the Supreme Court with an assignment--eliminate the Affordable Care Act. If that happens, over 20 million Americans would lose health coverage and millions with pre-existing conditions would lose protections. I'll fight for each of them." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "If Republicans succeed in getting the Supreme Court to strike down the ACA, over 20 million Americans would lose their health insurance, including 1.7M in Texas 242,000 in South Carolina 187,000 in Iowa It's unthinkable Rs would do this, especially during a pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be going on @MeetThePress soon to share my thoughts on this week's Senate Judiciary hearings concerning the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Dick Durbin Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Serious conflicts of interest: Judge Barrett must immediately pledge to recuse herself from decisions on the Affordable Care Act and the 2020 election." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2020 NBC "Meet the Press" - Transcript Interview with Ted Cruz Sen.Ted Cruz
Oct. 11, 2020 Indy Star - Todd Young: Judge Amy Coney Barrett deserves a fair hearing Sen.Todd Young
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett's record clearly shows that she would vote to strike down the ACA and overturn Roe. Nothing in her opening statement changes that. A vote for Judge Barrett is a vote to take health care from millions. It's a vote to vastly curtail women's reproductive freedoms." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The far left has been threatening our basic institutions of government since long before this Supreme Court vacancy. When today's Democrats lose one election or one vote on the Senate floor, they start threatening to tear up the rulebook." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 10, 2020 Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Scotus Judges' Right-Wing Attack on Lqbtq+ Rights Rep.Jared Huffman
Oct. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The Affordable Care Act is at stake in the fight over the Supreme Court. That means protections for pre-existing conditions are at stake as well. The case that will decide the future of health care access is set for Nov. 10. We must fight to save the ACA." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2020 Tweet - "On Monday, Senate Republicans will continue their rush to put another Trump justice on the Supreme Court. This is part of Trump's plan to eliminate the Affordable Care Act & its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. I will do everything I can to fight back." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 10, 2020 Congressional Freethought Caucus Leaders Denounce Scotus Judges' Right-Wing Attack on Lqbtq+ Rights Rep.Jamie Raskin
Oct. 9, 2020 With the Health Coverage of Millions of Illinoisans at Risk, Underwood Urges the Protection of the ACA Ahead of Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing Rep.Lauren Underwood
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Lindsey Graham is so anxious to confirm a justice to take away your health care that he doesn't even have time to stop to take a COVID test." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Why won't Lindsey Graham take a COVID test? Maybe he is worried he wouldn't be able to lead an already illegitimate Supreme Court hearing. It's the same reckless behavior as Donald Trump. He must get tested before any hearing can take place." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Judge Barrett is a stellar nominee. I think the president picked the single best person he could have picked anywhere in the country. This is a woman of extraordinary achievement." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 8, 2020 Brown, Baldwin Convene Roundtable to Discuss What's at Stake for Health Care with President Trump's Supreme Court Nomination Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "I'm proud to stand with these patient groups--who represent millions of Americans with cancer, heart, asthma, & mental health conditions--as they voice their opposition to the Republican effort to repeal pre-existing condition protections through the Supreme Court. #WhatsAtStake" Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "We need action to safeguard workers, staff, and Senators. The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process. Americans see the similarity in the GOP willingness to put workers, staff, Senators at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Join me on Facebook Live where I am answering your questions about COVID-19, the Supreme Court, and more." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Lindsey Graham, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman, and the Hon. Dianne Feinstein, Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member - Rep. Cisneros Stands Up for Reproductive Rights and ACA Amid Supreme Court Nomination Rep.Norma Torres, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator for Judge Amy Coney Barrett is a vote to eliminate health care for millions in the middle the COVID pandemic. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care. #WhatsAtStake" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Senate Republicans are trying to ram through a Justice who will take away health care and eliminate protections for millions of Americans with pre-existing conditions. Democrats are fighting to stop it. #WhatsAtStake" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 8, 2020 Senate Democrats Release New Report Detailing the Assault on Our Democracy by Republican-Appointed Judges Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse
Oct. 7, 2020 Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Submit Amicus Brief to Supreme Court in Religious Freedom Case Sen.Ted Cruz
Oct. 7, 2020 Brown, Warren, Highlight Devastating Effects of Supreme Court Further Undermining Workers' Rights Sen.Elizabeth Warren, ...
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be on @MSNBC with @chucktodd soon to talk about COVID-19 and the Supreme Court. Make sure you tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "A vote by any Senator for Judge Amy Coney Barrett is a vote to eliminate health care for millions in the middle the COVID pandemic. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Americans see the similarity in the GOP willingness to put workers, staff, and Senators at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and we need action to safeguard workers, staff, and Senators" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "We're in the middle of a pandemic. But President Trump and Senate Republicans are trying to ram through this illegitimate process for a Supreme Court Justice to rip away health care from millions. Democrats are fighting for Americans' health care." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Coastal elites are so disconnected from the heart of America. Having religious beliefs should never disqualify an American from getting a job she's qualified for. In the upcoming confirmation hearing, I hope Judge Barrett's record is evaluated -- not her religion." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "ICYMI: I joined @marthamaccallum to discuss the Senate's months of success with hybrid hearings, Judge Barrett's outstanding qualifications, and Democrats' refusal to get serious on COVID-19 relief talks." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 McConnell Praises Judge Barrett's Qualifications During Kentucky Media Interviews Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Anyone who fairly & honestly evaluates Judge Amy Coney Barrett's fitness to serve on the Supreme Court will find a supremely qualified nominee with decades of experience. Unfortunately, some Senate Democrats appear set on writing her off because of her personal religious beliefs." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "In America, we can't discriminate based on religion. We can't refuse to hire someone because of their religion. Yet, some Democrat senators are already questioning whether Judge Barrett's religion is a reason she isn't fit to serve on SCOTUS. That's not right." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 7, 2020 Continued Attacks on Judge Barrett's Faith Are A Disgrace Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The ongoing attacks by Senate Democrats and the media on Judge Barrett's faith are a disgrace. They demean the confirmation process, disrespect the Constitution, and insult millions of American believers." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 6, 2020 Fox News "The Story with Martha McCallum" - Transcript Interview with Mitch McConnell Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 6, 2020 Statement from Rep. Pressley on SCOTUS Threat to LGBTQ+ Rights Rep.Ayanna Pressley
Oct. 6, 2020 CNN "The Lead with Jake Tapper" - Transcript Interview with Mazie Hirono Sen.Mazie Hirono
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans held a super-spreader event in the Rose Garden to announce Judge Barrett's nomination & now they risk doing it again in Senate hearings. All so they can rush through a nominee to help them strike down the ACA & rip health care away from millions during a pandemic." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and the Senate needs thorough COVID testing immediately. Americans see the similarity between the GOP willingness to put Senators and staff at risk and their willingness to rip health care from millions." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court's conservative justices are already making it harder to vote in a pandemic. Make no mistake: The right to vote is #WhatsAtStake. Democrats are fighting for democracy." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 6, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump made an outstanding choice in Judge Amy Coney Barrett. She is one of the finest legal minds of her generation. She's won national admiration for her example of strong female leadership. She's exactly the kind of person Americans deserve on their highest Court." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats say they'll try everything to stall Judge Barrett. The latest excuse: Hybrid hearings with some virtual participation are suddenly bad. The Senate has held 150 of these hybrid hearings since May. Democrats have taken advantage of the tools. They've praised the format." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be joining @SRuhle on @MSNBC shortly to discuss the latest on COVID-19 and the Supreme Court. Tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Oct. 5, 2020 Murphy Launches "Share Your Story" Campaign To Highlight What's At Stake If Judge Barrett Is Confirmed To Help Overturn The Affordable Care Act Sen.Chris Murphy
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "The GOP must halt this increasingly reckless Supreme Court process, and the Senate needs thorough COVID testing now Americans see the similarity between GOP willingness to put Senators and staff at risk in pursuit of power and their willingness to strip health care from millions" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 5, 2020 Tweet - "The Supreme Court controversy is not just partisan politics. Republicans are rushing through a nominee because they want the Court to strike down the ACA, ripping health care away from millions & ending protections for people with pre-existing conditions." Sen.Dick Durbin
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