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Dec. 13, 2019 Gov. Justice, former Acting Attorney General of the U.S. issue statement on residency lawsuit Sen. Jim Justice
Dec. 13, 2019 Klobuchar Statement on Reported Legal Action from Justice Department against Live Nation for Ticketing Violations Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "As the Courts have made clear, there are no special privileges for information unrelated to the President's official duties, but squarely related to Congress's need for legislation and oversight. #DefendOurDemocracy" Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the White House, and President Donald Trump - Wisconsin Senators Provide Recommendations to White House for District Court Vacancy Sen. Tammy Baldwin, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "While the Dem-led house has been focused on their #ForThePolitics #DoNothingDemocrats agenda, @SenateGOP has been changing the shape of our nation's courts. One in four circuit court judges have been nominated and confirmed in the last three years." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 13, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Next Steps in Court Cases on Congressional Oversight Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 13, 2019 Amata's Statement On Citizenship Ruling Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
Dec. 13, 2019 Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers File Amicus Brief Supporting the Indian Child Welfare Act Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Rosen Meets with Nevada Dreamer, Reiterates Support for DACA and Comprehensive Immigration Reform Sen. Jacky Rosen
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "We've hit a milestone in our effort to confirm qualified judges to federal courts: 50 circuit court judges have been confirmed by the GOP-controlled Senate since January 2017." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "In less than three years, President Trump has appointed and the Republican Senate has confirmed 50 circuit judges. That is already the most in any president's whole first term since 1980. https://bit.ly/2E5EBjz" Sen. Mitch McConnell
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump told his rally the courts are letting him build his border wall: "We've started winning in court" Mr. President: Read the decision that came out blocking you from raiding military funding for your unnecessary, ineffective wall. You lose, again." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Crapo: Fisa Probe Unacceptably Biased Sen. Mike Crapo
Dec. 11, 2019 Rosen Statement on the Confirmation of VanDyke to Nevada Seat on Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen. Jacky Rosen
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss today's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the Justice Department IG's report into the FBI's 2016 Russia investigation. Tune in." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Lawrence VanDyke has a history of bigoted writings about LGBTQ Americans, radical views on even the most commonsense gun safety legislation, a proven hostility towards reproductive rights. This is someone that Pres. Trump and Senate Republicans want to be a circuit court judge?!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are doing untold damage to our federal judiciary by rubber-stamping so many of President Trump's radical & unqualified judicial nominees. Today, it was Lawrence VanDyke. Here is some of what we know about Mr. VanDyke:" Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow, Senate Republicans will rubber stamp Lawrence VanDyke for a lifetime appointment to serve as a 9th Circuit judge. Mr. VanDyke's extreme statements on LGBTQ rights, women's reproductive rights, & gun safety make him entirely unfit for this appointment. #StopVanDyke" Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Las Vegas Sun - VanDyke judicial nomination is a red flag Rep. Susie Lee
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Today's district court ruling against the Trump Admin's wasteful, ineffective border wall is a victory for our Constitution and our system of checks and balances." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "The injunction confirms President Trump's national emergency declaration to steal funds from military families to build a wall he promised Mexico would pay for was, and is, an outrageous power grab by a president who refuses to respect the constitutional separation of powers." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Whether it's a Grammy-winning chart-topper or a new song from an up-and-comer, every original tune should have protections from theft and infringement. Great to host @Jason_Mraz today to talk about the importance of the CASE Act for singers and songwriters." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Lawrence VanDyke has a record that shows he will not be independent, fair and impartial. He should not have a lifetime appointment as a federal judge. #StopVanDyke #CourtsMatter" Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This week, Senate R's plan to rubber-stamp another unqualified Trump judicial nominee in Lawrence VanDyke. Mr. VanDyke was found "not qualified" by the ABA peer review process & was described as "arrogant, lazy, an ideologue, and lacking in knowledge of the day-to-day practice."" Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2019 Casten, Foster, Merkley Lead Bicameral Investor Choice Act Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Lee Sends Letter to Senate Leadership, Pens Op-Ed Opposing Nevada Judicial Nominee VanDyke for Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep. Chris Pappas, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 For Country Caucus Endorses Congressman Panetta Bill to Provide Legal Services to Homeless Veterans Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Foster, Merkley Lead Bicameral Investor Choice Act Rep. Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Reed Statement on Passing of Justice Rodgers Sen. Jack Reed
Dec. 6, 2019 Klobuchar, Smith Announce Judicial Selection Committee for Vacancy on Federal District Court Sen. Tina Smith, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "In 2013, the Shelby v. Holder decision gutted the VRA, unleashing a wave of local voter suppression laws designed to silence American voters--especially voters of color. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy and must be protected at all costs. #RestoreTheVote" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Event Ahead of Vote on H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "While we wait for our Democratic colleagues to let this legislation move forward, the Senate's used the time to confirm more of President Trump's impressive nominees for the federal courts. Totals since January 2017: Supreme Court: 2 Circuit courts: 48 District courts: 120" Sen. Mitch McConnell
Dec. 5, 2019 Senate Confirms Richard E. Myers to Serve as District Judge for Eastern North Carolina in Historic Vote Sen. Thom Tillis, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tillis, Coons, Cassidy & Hirono Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Seize Counterfeit Products and Protect American Consumers and Businesses Sen. Bill Cassidy, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The invaluable resources & collections of the @librarycongress tell the story of our country. Today I met with @LibnOfCongress & former @chipublib librarian Dr. Hayden for an update on the Library's programs & to discuss the CASE Act." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2019 Sullivan Introduces Alaskan Federal District Court Nominee at Judiciary Hearing Sen. Dan Sullivan
Dec. 4, 2019 Senator Hawley Statement on Sarah Pitlyk's Judicial Confirmation Sen. Josh Hawley
Dec. 4, 2019 Romney, Lee Applaud Senate Confirmation of Utah Judge Sen. Mike Lee, ...
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Sarah Pitlyk was an unqualified nominee with radical views, but Senate Republicans just rubber-stamped her for a lifetime judgeship. Inexperienced, radical judges diminish our system of justice. It's deeply troubling that Senate Republicans just don't seem to care." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Victory in Deutsche Bank Case Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "I will vote against Sarah Pitlyk's nomination to the district court in Missouri tomorrow. Her lack of qualifications and record of attacking women's reproductive rights make her entirely unfit to be a federal trial judge. I hope my colleagues will join me." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today's court ruling directing Deutsche Bank to comply with the Congress's subpoenas for President Trump's financial records is another victory for the rule of law, our Constitution and our American Democracy." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "The ability for American women to make their own healthcare decisions is once again under attack. That's why I joined 35 Senators and 161 Members of the House in urging the Supreme Court NOT to uphold Louisiana's Act 620." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "I'm concerned by the potential outcomes of June Medical Services LLC v. Gee, which is currently pending before the Supreme Court & presents a direct challenge to the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling. It could be disastrous for women's reproductive rights & access to health care." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today the gun lobby urged the Supreme Court to rule on a gun dispute that is already moot. Why? Because they want the Court to use this case to issue a sweeping ruling that would threaten important gun safety laws all across the nation." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "In states across America, women are facing an all-out campaign to dismantle Roe v. Wade and erase their right to comprehensive reproductive health care. Today, we filed a bicameral brief in the Supreme Court in defense of women's reproductive rights." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 2, 2019 Pelosi, Schumer Announce Bicameral Amicus Brief in June Medical Services LLC v. Gee Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 2, 2019 President Signs Stanton's Bipartisan SCOTUS Security Bill Rep. Greg Stanton
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Sarah Pitlyk lacks the basic qualifications and experience required of a federal trial judge and has dedicated much of her career to attacking women's reproductive rights. I will oppose her nomination and hope my colleagues will join me in doing so. #StopPitlyk" Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Dec. 13, 2019 Gov. Justice, former Acting Attorney General of the U.S. issue statement on residency lawsuit Sen.Jim Justice
Dec. 13, 2019 Klobuchar Statement on Reported Legal Action from Justice Department against Live Nation for Ticketing Violations Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "As the Courts have made clear, there are no special privileges for information unrelated to the President's official duties, but squarely related to Congress's need for legislation and oversight. #DefendOurDemocracy" Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the White House, and President Donald Trump - Wisconsin Senators Provide Recommendations to White House for District Court Vacancy Sen.Tammy Baldwin, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "While the Dem-led house has been focused on their #ForThePolitics #DoNothingDemocrats agenda, @SenateGOP has been changing the shape of our nation's courts. One in four circuit court judges have been nominated and confirmed in the last three years." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 13, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Next Steps in Court Cases on Congressional Oversight Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 13, 2019 Amata's Statement On Citizenship Ruling Rep.Aumua Amata Radewagen
Dec. 13, 2019 Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers File Amicus Brief Supporting the Indian Child Welfare Act Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
Dec. 12, 2019 Rosen Meets with Nevada Dreamer, Reiterates Support for DACA and Comprehensive Immigration Reform Sen.Jacky Rosen
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "We've hit a milestone in our effort to confirm qualified judges to federal courts: 50 circuit court judges have been confirmed by the GOP-controlled Senate since January 2017." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "In less than three years, President Trump has appointed and the Republican Senate has confirmed 50 circuit judges. That is already the most in any president's whole first term since 1980. https://bit.ly/2E5EBjz" Sen.Mitch McConnell
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, President Trump told his rally the courts are letting him build his border wall: "We've started winning in court" Mr. President: Read the decision that came out blocking you from raiding military funding for your unnecessary, ineffective wall. You lose, again." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Crapo: Fisa Probe Unacceptably Biased Sen.Mike Crapo
Dec. 11, 2019 Rosen Statement on the Confirmation of VanDyke to Nevada Seat on Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen.Jacky Rosen
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "I'm joining @Morning_Joe shortly to discuss today's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the Justice Department IG's report into the FBI's 2016 Russia investigation. Tune in." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Lawrence VanDyke has a history of bigoted writings about LGBTQ Americans, radical views on even the most commonsense gun safety legislation, a proven hostility towards reproductive rights. This is someone that Pres. Trump and Senate Republicans want to be a circuit court judge?!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are doing untold damage to our federal judiciary by rubber-stamping so many of President Trump's radical & unqualified judicial nominees. Today, it was Lawrence VanDyke. Here is some of what we know about Mr. VanDyke:" Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow, Senate Republicans will rubber stamp Lawrence VanDyke for a lifetime appointment to serve as a 9th Circuit judge. Mr. VanDyke's extreme statements on LGBTQ rights, women's reproductive rights, & gun safety make him entirely unfit for this appointment. #StopVanDyke" Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Las Vegas Sun - VanDyke judicial nomination is a red flag Rep.Susie Lee
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Today's district court ruling against the Trump Admin's wasteful, ineffective border wall is a victory for our Constitution and our system of checks and balances." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "The injunction confirms President Trump's national emergency declaration to steal funds from military families to build a wall he promised Mexico would pay for was, and is, an outrageous power grab by a president who refuses to respect the constitutional separation of powers." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Whether it's a Grammy-winning chart-topper or a new song from an up-and-comer, every original tune should have protections from theft and infringement. Great to host @Jason_Mraz today to talk about the importance of the CASE Act for singers and songwriters." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Lawrence VanDyke has a record that shows he will not be independent, fair and impartial. He should not have a lifetime appointment as a federal judge. #StopVanDyke #CourtsMatter" Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 9, 2019 Tweet - "This week, Senate R's plan to rubber-stamp another unqualified Trump judicial nominee in Lawrence VanDyke. Mr. VanDyke was found "not qualified" by the ABA peer review process & was described as "arrogant, lazy, an ideologue, and lacking in knowledge of the day-to-day practice."" Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 9, 2019 Casten, Foster, Merkley Lead Bicameral Investor Choice Act Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Rep. Lee Sends Letter to Senate Leadership, Pens Op-Ed Opposing Nevada Judicial Nominee VanDyke for Anti-LGBTQ+ Beliefs Rep.Chris Pappas, ...
Dec. 9, 2019 For Country Caucus Endorses Congressman Panetta Bill to Provide Legal Services to Homeless Veterans Rep.Chrissy Houlahan, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Foster, Merkley Lead Bicameral Investor Choice Act Rep.Sean Casten, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Reed Statement on Passing of Justice Rodgers Sen.Jack Reed
Dec. 6, 2019 Klobuchar, Smith Announce Judicial Selection Committee for Vacancy on Federal District Court Sen.Tina Smith, ...
Dec. 6, 2019 Tweet - "In 2013, the Shelby v. Holder decision gutted the VRA, unleashing a wave of local voter suppression laws designed to silence American voters--especially voters of color. The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy and must be protected at all costs. #RestoreTheVote" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Event Ahead of Vote on H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "While we wait for our Democratic colleagues to let this legislation move forward, the Senate's used the time to confirm more of President Trump's impressive nominees for the federal courts. Totals since January 2017: Supreme Court: 2 Circuit courts: 48 District courts: 120" Sen.Mitch McConnell
Dec. 5, 2019 Senate Confirms Richard E. Myers to Serve as District Judge for Eastern North Carolina in Historic Vote Sen.Thom Tillis, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tillis, Coons, Cassidy & Hirono Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Seize Counterfeit Products and Protect American Consumers and Businesses Sen.Bill Cassidy, ...
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The invaluable resources & collections of the @librarycongress tell the story of our country. Today I met with @LibnOfCongress & former @chipublib librarian Dr. Hayden for an update on the Library's programs & to discuss the CASE Act." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 4, 2019 Sullivan Introduces Alaskan Federal District Court Nominee at Judiciary Hearing Sen.Dan Sullivan
Dec. 4, 2019 Senator Hawley Statement on Sarah Pitlyk's Judicial Confirmation Sen.Josh Hawley
Dec. 4, 2019 Romney, Lee Applaud Senate Confirmation of Utah Judge Sen.Mike Lee, ...
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Sarah Pitlyk was an unqualified nominee with radical views, but Senate Republicans just rubber-stamped her for a lifetime judgeship. Inexperienced, radical judges diminish our system of justice. It's deeply troubling that Senate Republicans just don't seem to care." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2019 Pelosi Statement on Victory in Deutsche Bank Case Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "I will vote against Sarah Pitlyk's nomination to the district court in Missouri tomorrow. Her lack of qualifications and record of attacking women's reproductive rights make her entirely unfit to be a federal trial judge. I hope my colleagues will join me." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Today's court ruling directing Deutsche Bank to comply with the Congress's subpoenas for President Trump's financial records is another victory for the rule of law, our Constitution and our American Democracy." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "The ability for American women to make their own healthcare decisions is once again under attack. That's why I joined 35 Senators and 161 Members of the House in urging the Supreme Court NOT to uphold Louisiana's Act 620." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 3, 2019 Tweet - "I'm concerned by the potential outcomes of June Medical Services LLC v. Gee, which is currently pending before the Supreme Court & presents a direct challenge to the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling. It could be disastrous for women's reproductive rights & access to health care." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Today the gun lobby urged the Supreme Court to rule on a gun dispute that is already moot. Why? Because they want the Court to use this case to issue a sweeping ruling that would threaten important gun safety laws all across the nation." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "In states across America, women are facing an all-out campaign to dismantle Roe v. Wade and erase their right to comprehensive reproductive health care. Today, we filed a bicameral brief in the Supreme Court in defense of women's reproductive rights." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 2, 2019 Pelosi, Schumer Announce Bicameral Amicus Brief in June Medical Services LLC v. Gee Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Dec. 2, 2019 President Signs Stanton's Bipartisan SCOTUS Security Bill Rep.Greg Stanton
Dec. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Sarah Pitlyk lacks the basic qualifications and experience required of a federal trial judge and has dedicated much of her career to attacking women's reproductive rights. I will oppose her nomination and hope my colleagues will join me in doing so. #StopPitlyk" Sen.Dick Durbin
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