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Jan. 4, 2019 Hoyer Discusses the Trump Shutdown and Democratic Priorities for the 116th Congress on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Make no mistake: President Trump made the decision to shutdown his own government, and hold hundreds of thousands of federal employees' paychecks hostage, for his beloved border wall. He could accept our offer to reopen the govt today if he wanted to." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 4, 2019 Pelosi Statement on December Jobs Report Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Heading to the White House to hear @realDonaldTrump explain why he wants to keep the government shut down until American taxpayers pay for the wall instead of Mexico." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Thune: Principles and Priorities for a New Year Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I hope Democrats will think better of this government shutdown and decide that their national security obligations are more important than catering to the far-left wing of their party." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Think about this: Nancy Pelosi passed a bill yesterday that will allow taxpayer money to be given to foreign entities that fund abortions, but she won't give more taxpayer money to the Department of Homeland Security to effectively secure America's border. #priorities" Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 4, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Media Stakeout Following White House Meeting Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 4, 2019 Border Security Sen. Mitch McConnell
Jan. 4, 2019 Vote Against Border Security Rep. Andy Barr
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Our southern border is in crisis. And we need a wall to solve it. Period. Democrats need to stop playing games with America's safety and vote to give @realDonaldTrump the tools needed to effectively secure our borders." Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 4, 2019 Government Funding Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Thune: It's Time to Fund Border Security and End the Shutdown Sen. John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Hassan-Portman Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Cyber Defenses at Department of Homeland Security Signed into Law Sen. Maggie Hassan
Jan. 4, 2019 Rep. Madeleine Dean Votes to Reopen Government Rep. Madeleine Dean
Jan. 4, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal Sen. Dick Blumenthal
Jan. 4, 2019 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript: Blackburn on budget battle: Whatever comes to the Senate has to include border funding Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Jan. 4, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Pennsylvania Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Rep. Chrissy Houlahan
Jan. 4, 2019 VIDEO: On Fox, Cornyn Calls on Democrats to Get Serious About Border Security, Government Funding Sen. John Cornyn
Jan. 4, 2019 Warner & Kaine Call On McConnell to Hold a Vote to Reopen Government Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2019 Reed Opposes Trump Administration's Plan to Declare National Emergency & Use Defense Dollars to Pay for Wall Sen. Jack Reed
Jan. 4, 2019 As First Item of Business, Jason Crow Works to End Shutdown; Votes Yes on Bipartisan Package that Would Reopen the Government Rep. Jason Crow
Jan. 3, 2019 Newhouse Sworn in to Represent Fourth Congressional District in 116th Congress Rep. Dan Newhouse
Jan. 3, 2019 Rep. Peters Votes to Reopen Government Following Trump Shutdown Rep. Scott Peters
Jan. 3, 2019 Rep. Calvert Votes Against Speaker Pelosi's Sham Vote on Ending the Government Shutdown Rep. Ken Calvert
Jan. 3, 2019 Levin Statement on Votes to End Trump's Government Shutdown Rep. Mike Levin
Jan. 3, 2019 Representative Gooden Sworn into Office Rep. Lance Gooden
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Garamendi's Statement on Swearing Into 116th Congress and Voting to End Government Shutdown Rep. John Garamendi
Jan. 3, 2019 Womack Votes Against Democratic Funding Proposal Rep. Steve Womack
Jan. 3, 2019 Hill: "It's Time for Democratic Leadership to Come to the Table' Rep. James Hill
Jan. 3, 2019 Pelosi Remarks Upon Accepting the Gavel as Speaker of the House Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Let's see if the media will report this: On their first day in control of the House, Democrats voted to LEAVE TOWN instead of staying in DC to work to open the government and #BuildTheWall. Once again, they're choosing open borders over an open government. #SchumerShutdown" Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 3, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference with House Democratic Leadership on the Trump Shutdown Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 3, 2019 McConnell: The American People Need Democrats and Republicans to Work Together Sen. Mitch McConnell
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats' Day 1 record: 1. Block vote to stay and work in DC until they open the government and fund our border security 2. Pass a sham bill to reopen the government that doesn't include a dime more in funding for the wall" Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 3, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference Ahead of Vote to End Trump Shutdown, Re-open Government Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "This report is a grim reminder that failure to secure and enforce the border has horrible consequences. Going forward, Congress cannot compromise on our national security and must prioritize the safety of the American people" Rep. Gary Palmer
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "If Leader McConnell is going to stand back and wait for a permission slip from President Trump to do his job and fund the government as the Republican Leader in the Senate, then we clearly are at an impasse." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "At the White House yesterday, I asked President @realDonaldTrump to give me one good reason why he should keep large portions of the government shut down while we had a separate debate about the border. He couldn't name one. My interview with @AprilDRyan:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2019 Johnson Statement on Soleimani Strike Rep. Mike Johnson
Jan. 3, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Adam Schiff Sen. Adam Schiff
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Reschenthaler Votes to Protect Border Security Funding Rep. Guy Reschenthaler
Jan. 3, 2019 Fox News "The Ingraham Angle" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Mike Lee Sen. Mike Lee
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Dan Crenshaw Demonstrates Commitment To Improved Border Security In First Votes Rep. Dan Crenshaw
Jan. 3, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes Rep. Jim Himes
Jan. 3, 2019 Sen. Cruz Reintroduces EL CHAPO Act Sen. Ted Cruz
Jan. 3, 2019 Larson: It's Time to Open Up Government and Get Back to Work Rep. John Larson
Jan. 3, 2019 Higgins Votes Against Liberal Democrat Spending Plan Rep. Glen Higgins
Jan. 2, 2019 Thompson Statement on John Kelly Departing the Trump Administration Rep. Bennie Thompson
Jan. 2, 2019 Year in Review: Chairman McCaul Finishes Strong Rep. Michael McCaul
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The numbers are alarming. How many convicted criminals and terrorists have to enter our country before Democrats agree to get serious about border security and give @realDonaldTrump the tools he needs to build a wall and keep our communities safe?" Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Committee Unveils Report on Stopping Terrorist Travel Through Illicit Pathways to the Homeland Rep. Michael McCaul
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It's time that Democrats stop playing games with the safety of our country. In this new year, let us all resolve to finally pass the funding necessary to secure our border and keep America safe. No more broken promises. No more excuses." Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The time for political games is over. Lives are at stake. Just last week, an illegal immigrant who crossed our southern border murdered police officer Ronil Singh, an immigrant himself. The crime caused by open borders has to stop. We need the wall." Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "We need to build the wall and give @realDonaldTrump the tools he needs to secure our border. I'll join @seanhannity on @FoxNews tonight to discuss." Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Durbin Statement On White House Briefing On Border Security Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It is unconscionable that @POTUS would sit in the White House and say that #Iran and its proxies ought to be allowed to take up positions on the borders of our closest regional allies. http://bit.ly/2R2cPgF " Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Dems support strong, effective border security. The type of border security that Dems have long-supported, including increased funds for tech, is what experts have said is needed & actually works. What doesn't work is an ineffective, expensive & medieval wall." Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 2, 2019 House Democrats' Proposal Ignores the Needs of Border Security, Won't Pass Senate, McConnell Says Sen. Mitch McConnell
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats will have to get serious about border security so that a government funding agreement can pass the House, earn 60 votes in the Senate, and receive a presidential signature. All three of these things are needed. One partisan vote in the House won't solve anything." Sen. Mitch McConnell
Jan. 2, 2019 Fox News "The Ingraham Angle" - Interview with Reps. Mark Meadows and Jim Jordan Rep. Jim Jordan, ...
Jan. 2, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With California Congressman John Garamendi Rep. John Garamendi
Jan. 2, 2019 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Steve Scalise Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders
Jan. 2, 2019 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Hoyer: Democrats Support Border Security, Not Taking the Government "Hostage' Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 1, 2019 FOX News - Democrats Need to Stop Playing Games with America's Safety and Fund Border Security Now Rep. Steve Scalise
Jan. 1, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman Debbie Dingell of Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell
Dec. 31, 2018 Tweet - "From DHS: There are nearly 2,100 illegal entries a day at our southern border. Last year alone, 17,000 criminals were apprehended at the border, and DHS prevented 3,755 known or suspected terrorists from traveling to or entering the United States." Rep. Steve Scalise
Dec. 31, 2018 Tweet - "I can think of a number of more urgent matters presenting enormous dangers to America" Sen. John Cornyn
Dec. 30, 2018 Tweet - "A cop in California was just murdered by an illegal immigrant. How many more criminals illegally coming across our borders into our communities will it take before Democrats agree to border security?" Rep. Steve Scalise
Dec. 30, 2018 Tweet - "If Democrats want to actually come to the table and present a different plan to deal with the crisis at our border, let's hear it. But merely proposing and accepting the status quo is not a serious solution." Rep. Steve Scalise
Dec. 30, 2018 Fox News "Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace" - Transcript: Steve Scalise on negotiations to end partial government shutdown Rep. Steve Scalise
Dec. 29, 2018 Tweet - "It has been one week since President Trump decided to shut down the government over his demand for a $5 billion border wall. Federal employees continue to go without pay because of the President's temper tantrum over a wasteful and ineffective wall." Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Former AG Lynch called such briefings routine. So why didn't Comey tell Trump about concerns with Russian intelligence efforts during campaign or thereafter for that matter?" Sen. John Cornyn
Date Title Politician
Jan. 4, 2019 Hoyer Discusses the Trump Shutdown and Democratic Priorities for the 116th Congress on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Make no mistake: President Trump made the decision to shutdown his own government, and hold hundreds of thousands of federal employees' paychecks hostage, for his beloved border wall. He could accept our offer to reopen the govt today if he wanted to." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 4, 2019 Pelosi Statement on December Jobs Report Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Heading to the White House to hear @realDonaldTrump explain why he wants to keep the government shut down until American taxpayers pay for the wall instead of Mexico." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Thune: Principles and Priorities for a New Year Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "I hope Democrats will think better of this government shutdown and decide that their national security obligations are more important than catering to the far-left wing of their party." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Think about this: Nancy Pelosi passed a bill yesterday that will allow taxpayer money to be given to foreign entities that fund abortions, but she won't give more taxpayer money to the Department of Homeland Security to effectively secure America's border. #priorities" Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 4, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Media Stakeout Following White House Meeting Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 4, 2019 Border Security Sen.Mitch McConnell
Jan. 4, 2019 Vote Against Border Security Rep.Andy Barr
Jan. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Our southern border is in crisis. And we need a wall to solve it. Period. Democrats need to stop playing games with America's safety and vote to give @realDonaldTrump the tools needed to effectively secure our borders." Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 4, 2019 Government Funding Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 4, 2019 Thune: It's Time to Fund Border Security and End the Shutdown Sen.John Thune
Jan. 4, 2019 Hassan-Portman Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Cyber Defenses at Department of Homeland Security Signed into Law Sen.Maggie Hassan
Jan. 4, 2019 Rep. Madeleine Dean Votes to Reopen Government Rep.Madeleine Dean
Jan. 4, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal Sen.Dick Blumenthal
Jan. 4, 2019 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript: Blackburn on budget battle: Whatever comes to the Senate has to include border funding Sen.Marsha Blackburn
Jan. 4, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Pennsylvania Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Rep.Chrissy Houlahan
Jan. 4, 2019 VIDEO: On Fox, Cornyn Calls on Democrats to Get Serious About Border Security, Government Funding Sen.John Cornyn
Jan. 4, 2019 Warner & Kaine Call On McConnell to Hold a Vote to Reopen Government Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 4, 2019 Reed Opposes Trump Administration's Plan to Declare National Emergency & Use Defense Dollars to Pay for Wall Sen.Jack Reed
Jan. 4, 2019 As First Item of Business, Jason Crow Works to End Shutdown; Votes Yes on Bipartisan Package that Would Reopen the Government Rep.Jason Crow
Jan. 3, 2019 Newhouse Sworn in to Represent Fourth Congressional District in 116th Congress Rep.Dan Newhouse
Jan. 3, 2019 Rep. Peters Votes to Reopen Government Following Trump Shutdown Rep.Scott Peters
Jan. 3, 2019 Rep. Calvert Votes Against Speaker Pelosi's Sham Vote on Ending the Government Shutdown Rep.Ken Calvert
Jan. 3, 2019 Levin Statement on Votes to End Trump's Government Shutdown Rep.Mike Levin
Jan. 3, 2019 Representative Gooden Sworn into Office Rep.Lance Gooden
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Garamendi's Statement on Swearing Into 116th Congress and Voting to End Government Shutdown Rep.John Garamendi
Jan. 3, 2019 Womack Votes Against Democratic Funding Proposal Rep.Steve Womack
Jan. 3, 2019 Hill: "It's Time for Democratic Leadership to Come to the Table' Rep.James Hill
Jan. 3, 2019 Pelosi Remarks Upon Accepting the Gavel as Speaker of the House Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Let's see if the media will report this: On their first day in control of the House, Democrats voted to LEAVE TOWN instead of staying in DC to work to open the government and #BuildTheWall. Once again, they're choosing open borders over an open government. #SchumerShutdown" Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 3, 2019 Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference with House Democratic Leadership on the Trump Shutdown Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 3, 2019 McConnell: The American People Need Democrats and Republicans to Work Together Sen.Mitch McConnell
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "House Democrats' Day 1 record: 1. Block vote to stay and work in DC until they open the government and fund our border security 2. Pass a sham bill to reopen the government that doesn't include a dime more in funding for the wall" Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 3, 2019 Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference Ahead of Vote to End Trump Shutdown, Re-open Government Rep.Nancy Pelosi
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "This report is a grim reminder that failure to secure and enforce the border has horrible consequences. Going forward, Congress cannot compromise on our national security and must prioritize the safety of the American people" Rep.Gary Palmer
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "If Leader McConnell is going to stand back and wait for a permission slip from President Trump to do his job and fund the government as the Republican Leader in the Senate, then we clearly are at an impasse." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 3, 2019 Tweet - "At the White House yesterday, I asked President @realDonaldTrump to give me one good reason why he should keep large portions of the government shut down while we had a separate debate about the border. He couldn't name one. My interview with @AprilDRyan:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Jan. 3, 2019 Johnson Statement on Soleimani Strike Rep.Mike Johnson
Jan. 3, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Adam Schiff Sen.Adam Schiff
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Reschenthaler Votes to Protect Border Security Funding Rep.Guy Reschenthaler
Jan. 3, 2019 Fox News "The Ingraham Angle" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Mike Lee Sen.Mike Lee
Jan. 3, 2019 Congressman Dan Crenshaw Demonstrates Commitment To Improved Border Security In First Votes Rep.Dan Crenshaw
Jan. 3, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes Rep.Jim Himes
Jan. 3, 2019 Sen. Cruz Reintroduces EL CHAPO Act Sen.Ted Cruz
Jan. 3, 2019 Larson: It's Time to Open Up Government and Get Back to Work Rep.John Larson
Jan. 3, 2019 Higgins Votes Against Liberal Democrat Spending Plan Rep.Glen Higgins
Jan. 2, 2019 Thompson Statement on John Kelly Departing the Trump Administration Rep.Bennie Thompson
Jan. 2, 2019 Year in Review: Chairman McCaul Finishes Strong Rep.Michael McCaul
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The numbers are alarming. How many convicted criminals and terrorists have to enter our country before Democrats agree to get serious about border security and give @realDonaldTrump the tools he needs to build a wall and keep our communities safe?" Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Committee Unveils Report on Stopping Terrorist Travel Through Illicit Pathways to the Homeland Rep.Michael McCaul
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It's time that Democrats stop playing games with the safety of our country. In this new year, let us all resolve to finally pass the funding necessary to secure our border and keep America safe. No more broken promises. No more excuses." Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "The time for political games is over. Lives are at stake. Just last week, an illegal immigrant who crossed our southern border murdered police officer Ronil Singh, an immigrant himself. The crime caused by open borders has to stop. We need the wall." Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "We need to build the wall and give @realDonaldTrump the tools he needs to secure our border. I'll join @seanhannity on @FoxNews tonight to discuss." Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 Durbin Statement On White House Briefing On Border Security Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "It is unconscionable that @POTUS would sit in the White House and say that #Iran and its proxies ought to be allowed to take up positions on the borders of our closest regional allies. http://bit.ly/2R2cPgF " Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Dems support strong, effective border security. The type of border security that Dems have long-supported, including increased funds for tech, is what experts have said is needed & actually works. What doesn't work is an ineffective, expensive & medieval wall." Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 2, 2019 House Democrats' Proposal Ignores the Needs of Border Security, Won't Pass Senate, McConnell Says Sen.Mitch McConnell
Jan. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Democrats will have to get serious about border security so that a government funding agreement can pass the House, earn 60 votes in the Senate, and receive a presidential signature. All three of these things are needed. One partisan vote in the House won't solve anything." Sen.Mitch McConnell
Jan. 2, 2019 Fox News "The Ingraham Angle" - Interview with Reps. Mark Meadows and Jim Jordan Rep.Jim Jordan, ...
Jan. 2, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With California Congressman John Garamendi Rep.John Garamendi
Jan. 2, 2019 Fox News "Hannity" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Steve Scalise Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 2, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont Sen.Bernie Sanders
Jan. 2, 2019 PBS "News Hour" - Transcript: Hoyer: Democrats Support Border Security, Not Taking the Government "Hostage' Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 1, 2019 FOX News - Democrats Need to Stop Playing Games with America's Safety and Fund Border Security Now Rep.Steve Scalise
Jan. 1, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman Debbie Dingell of Michigan Rep.Debbie Dingell
Dec. 31, 2018 Tweet - "From DHS: There are nearly 2,100 illegal entries a day at our southern border. Last year alone, 17,000 criminals were apprehended at the border, and DHS prevented 3,755 known or suspected terrorists from traveling to or entering the United States." Rep.Steve Scalise
Dec. 31, 2018 Tweet - "I can think of a number of more urgent matters presenting enormous dangers to America" Sen.John Cornyn
Dec. 30, 2018 Tweet - "A cop in California was just murdered by an illegal immigrant. How many more criminals illegally coming across our borders into our communities will it take before Democrats agree to border security?" Rep.Steve Scalise
Dec. 30, 2018 Tweet - "If Democrats want to actually come to the table and present a different plan to deal with the crisis at our border, let's hear it. But merely proposing and accepting the status quo is not a serious solution." Rep.Steve Scalise
Dec. 30, 2018 Fox News "Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace" - Transcript: Steve Scalise on negotiations to end partial government shutdown Rep.Steve Scalise
Dec. 29, 2018 Tweet - "It has been one week since President Trump decided to shut down the government over his demand for a $5 billion border wall. Federal employees continue to go without pay because of the President's temper tantrum over a wasteful and ineffective wall." Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Former AG Lynch called such briefings routine. So why didn't Comey tell Trump about concerns with Russian intelligence efforts during campaign or thereafter for that matter?" Sen.John Cornyn
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