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June 4, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Introduces Bill to Hold Law Enforcement Officers Accountable for Violations of Rights and Liberties Guaranteed by The United States Constitution Rep. Adriano Espaillat
June 4, 2020 Reps. Pressley, Amash Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to End Qualified Immunity Rep. Ayanna Pressley, ...
June 4, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General - Schakowsky Calls for Special Prosecutor To Investigate Excessive Force Ordered Against Peaceful Protesters Rep. Marcy Kaptur, ...
June 4, 2020 Castro Statement on Anniversary of Tiananmen Square Massacre Rep. Joaquin Castro
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Rep. Mike Levin Statement on George Floyd Protests and New Actions to Address Systemic Racial Injustice Rep. Mike Levin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "By signing this executive order, Donald Trump is muzzling the voice of environmental justice communities, and continues to make clear his total disregard for those speaking out and fighting for racial justice and a sustainable environment." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William P. Barr, Attorney General - Rep. Davis Joins Letter to Attorney General Barr on Assault on Rule of Law Rep. Brad Sherman, ...
June 4, 2020 Wicker Statement on Mississippi National Guard Activation Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
June 4, 2020 Thompson Statement on Officer-Involved Shooting in Vallejo Rep. Mike Thompson
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you, General Mattis, for your voice of sanity. You remind us that the first obligation of our military is to our Constitution." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Black lives matter, and the killing of African American men & women must stop. This begins with accountability. Yesterday's announcement by Attorney General Ellison is a step toward justice for George Floyd, his family, & Americans throughout the country." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Department of Defense - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Letter to Mark. Esper, Defense Secretary - Brown, Trahan and 14 Members to Esper: "United States Citizens Are Not the Enemy and our Military Should Not Plan or Execute Attacks Against Them" Rep. Lori Trahan, ...
June 4, 2020 The Betrayal of Trust Rep. Tom McClintock
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "You would think that an economic and public health crisis, on top of a searing reminder of racial injustice, might have put the Conspiracy Caucus on pause. But no. The Republican Senate is failing to meet this important moment. They're just going along with President Trump!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Oversight and Homeland Chairs Issue Statement on DHS IG Report Confirming Findings in Joint Investigation Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "America's capital is being patrolled by federal officers--under Pres Trump & AG Barr--who are being told to refuse to ID themselves I'm intro-ing a bill w/ Sen Murphy to require clear ID on uniforms We must prevent this president & future presidents trampling on Americans' rights" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "What is Pres. Trump doing to this democracy? Americans watched federal officers directed by Pres. Trump and AG Barr use gas and rubber bullets to disperse peaceful protesters. And America's capital is being patrolled by federal officers who refuse to identify who they are!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "AG William "the Conqueror" Barr wants to believe that he led our troops into the Battle of Lafayette Square & bravely dispersed hundreds of unarmed, peaceful demonstrators, clearing the way for the Comm. in Chief to pose w/ a Bible in front of a church. But we know the truth." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As we continue working on policing reform and demanding Senator Mitch McConnell commit to holding a vote ASAP: Senate Democrats stood together for a moment of silence in Emancipation Hall to honor the life of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and far too many others." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Scalise: We Unite in Our Grief Rep. Steve Scalise
June 4, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Pelosi Sends Letter to President Trump on Deployment of Troops & Unidentified Law Enforcement Personnel in Nation's Capital Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "I am disgusted that anyone would mock the murder of George Floyd. As Elijah Cummings would have said: "We are better than this." I urge people from every walk of life to speak out against such behavior, condemn it, & recognize that black lives matter." Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats stood together today in silence for 8 minutes & 46 seconds--the length of time the police officer disgustingly pressed his knee into George Floyd's neck. We won't stop working on policing reform & demanding that Sen. Mitch McConnell commit ASAP to holding a vote." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Black Lives Matter Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Transcript of Pelosi Weekly Press Conference Today Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to join my @SenateDems colleagues this morning for a moment of silence in honor of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. We stand in solidarity with all those peacefully protesting racial injustice across the country." Sen. Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As Americans across the country peacefully protest to demand an end to racial injustice and police brutality, we have seen a shocking deployment of various security officers from multiple jurisdictions to our nation's capital. Today, I wrote to the President seeking answers." Rep. Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Letter to Mr. Sean O'Donnell, Inspector General of the Department of Defense - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen. Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Hoyer Urges Americans to Speak Out, Recognize Black Lives Matter Rep. Steny Hoyer
June 3, 2020 Congressman Thompson's Statement on Officers Charged in George Floyd's Death Rep. Bennie Thompson
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark T. Esper - Haaland, 14 Members of Congress to Esper: "United States Citizens Are Not the Enemy and our Military Should Not Plan or Execute Attacks Against Them" Rep. Seth Moulton, ...
June 3, 2020 Barragán Statement on Police Violence and Protests Rep. Nanette Barragán
June 3, 2020 Jayapal Opposes Continued Use of Curfews, National Guard Troops and Militarized Law Enforcement to Respond to Peaceful Protests in Seattle and Across the Country Rep. Pramila Jayapal
June 3, 2020 Harris, Markey, Booker Introduce Senate Resolution to Abolish Qualified Immunity for Law Enforcement, Hold Officers Accountable for Police Brutality Sen. Ed Markey, ...
June 3, 2020 Buchanan Statement on Protests and Challenges Ahead Rep. Vern Buchanan
June 3, 2020 Video: Johnson Speaks on George Floyd, COVID-19 Response, and Mail-in Ballots in Subcommittee Opening Statement Rep. Mike Johnson
June 3, 2020 Following George Floyd Murder, Rep. Raskin Announces Support for House Resolution Condemning Police Brutality Rep. Jamie Raskin
June 3, 2020 Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Nadler, Hearing on Protecting the Right to Vote During the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep. Jerry Nadler
June 3, 2020 JUNE 10TH: House Judiciary Committee to Hold Hearing on Police Brutality & Racial Profiling Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
June 3, 2020 Congressional Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations Calls for An End to Systemic Racism in America Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, ...
June 3, 2020 Lankford Joins Colleagues to Introduce Legislation to Create Transparency for Law Enforcement-Related Shootings Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 3, 2020 Democratic Women's Caucus Leadership Condemns the Murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, and Calls for an End to Systematic Racism in the United States Rep. Veronica Escobar, ...
June 3, 2020 Rep. Omar Statement on Pride Month Rep. Ilhan Omar
June 3, 2020 The Excesses of Experts Rep. Tom McClintock
June 3, 2020 Congressman Al Green Calls for War on Racism and Invidious Discrimination, Cabinet-Level Department of Reconciliation to Eliminate Racism and Invidious Discrimination from American Life Rep. Al Green
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lack of accountability in this country when it comes to the killing of Black men and women. How many more videos must we see before we decide enough is enough? We must have justice, now. #BlackLivesMatter" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Letter to Secretary Chad Wolf, Secretary of Department of Homeland Security - Peters & Johnson Call for Briefing on Role of Violent Opportunists in Exploiting Peaceful Protests Sen. Ron Johnson, ...
June 3, 2020 Norton Says Today's Peaceful Protesters Have Found Their Own Way Rep. Eleanor Norton
Date Title Politician
June 4, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Introduces Bill to Hold Law Enforcement Officers Accountable for Violations of Rights and Liberties Guaranteed by The United States Constitution Rep.Adriano Espaillat
June 4, 2020 Reps. Pressley, Amash Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to End Qualified Immunity Rep.Ayanna Pressley, ...
June 4, 2020 Letter to William Barr, Attorney General - Schakowsky Calls for Special Prosecutor To Investigate Excessive Force Ordered Against Peaceful Protesters Rep.Marcy Kaptur, ...
June 4, 2020 Castro Statement on Anniversary of Tiananmen Square Massacre Rep.Joaquin Castro
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Dickson, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Rep. Mike Levin Statement on George Floyd Protests and New Actions to Address Systemic Racial Injustice Rep.Mike Levin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "By signing this executive order, Donald Trump is muzzling the voice of environmental justice communities, and continues to make clear his total disregard for those speaking out and fighting for racial justice and a sustainable environment." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William P. Barr, Attorney General - Rep. Davis Joins Letter to Attorney General Barr on Assault on Rule of Law Rep.Brad Sherman, ...
June 4, 2020 Wicker Statement on Mississippi National Guard Activation Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
June 4, 2020 Thompson Statement on Officer-Involved Shooting in Vallejo Rep.Mike Thompson
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you, General Mattis, for your voice of sanity. You remind us that the first obligation of our military is to our Constitution." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Black lives matter, and the killing of African American men & women must stop. This begins with accountability. Yesterday's announcement by Attorney General Ellison is a step toward justice for George Floyd, his family, & Americans throughout the country." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Department of Defense - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Letter to Mark. Esper, Defense Secretary - Brown, Trahan and 14 Members to Esper: "United States Citizens Are Not the Enemy and our Military Should Not Plan or Execute Attacks Against Them" Rep.Lori Trahan, ...
June 4, 2020 The Betrayal of Trust Rep.Tom McClintock
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "You would think that an economic and public health crisis, on top of a searing reminder of racial injustice, might have put the Conspiracy Caucus on pause. But no. The Republican Senate is failing to meet this important moment. They're just going along with President Trump!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Oversight and Homeland Chairs Issue Statement on DHS IG Report Confirming Findings in Joint Investigation Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "America's capital is being patrolled by federal officers--under Pres Trump & AG Barr--who are being told to refuse to ID themselves I'm intro-ing a bill w/ Sen Murphy to require clear ID on uniforms We must prevent this president & future presidents trampling on Americans' rights" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "What is Pres. Trump doing to this democracy? Americans watched federal officers directed by Pres. Trump and AG Barr use gas and rubber bullets to disperse peaceful protesters. And America's capital is being patrolled by federal officers who refuse to identify who they are!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "AG William "the Conqueror" Barr wants to believe that he led our troops into the Battle of Lafayette Square & bravely dispersed hundreds of unarmed, peaceful demonstrators, clearing the way for the Comm. in Chief to pose w/ a Bible in front of a church. But we know the truth." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As we continue working on policing reform and demanding Senator Mitch McConnell commit to holding a vote ASAP: Senate Democrats stood together for a moment of silence in Emancipation Hall to honor the life of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and far too many others." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Scalise: We Unite in Our Grief Rep.Steve Scalise
June 4, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Pelosi Sends Letter to President Trump on Deployment of Troops & Unidentified Law Enforcement Personnel in Nation's Capital Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "I am disgusted that anyone would mock the murder of George Floyd. As Elijah Cummings would have said: "We are better than this." I urge people from every walk of life to speak out against such behavior, condemn it, & recognize that black lives matter." Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats stood together today in silence for 8 minutes & 46 seconds--the length of time the police officer disgustingly pressed his knee into George Floyd's neck. We won't stop working on policing reform & demanding that Sen. Mitch McConnell commit ASAP to holding a vote." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 NEWSLETTER: Black Lives Matter Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 4, 2020 Transcript of Pelosi Weekly Press Conference Today Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "I was proud to join my @SenateDems colleagues this morning for a moment of silence in honor of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. We stand in solidarity with all those peacefully protesting racial injustice across the country." Sen.Dick Durbin
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As Americans across the country peacefully protest to demand an end to racial injustice and police brutality, we have seen a shocking deployment of various security officers from multiple jurisdictions to our nation's capital. Today, I wrote to the President seeking answers." Rep.Nancy Pelosi
June 4, 2020 Letter to Mr. Sean O'Donnell, Inspector General of the Department of Defense - Senator Duckworth, Former Army Black Hawk Pilot, Demands Investigations into Military Helicopters Threatening American Civilians Sen.Ladda Duckworth
June 4, 2020 Hoyer Urges Americans to Speak Out, Recognize Black Lives Matter Rep.Steny Hoyer
June 3, 2020 Congressman Thompson's Statement on Officers Charged in George Floyd's Death Rep.Bennie Thompson
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark T. Esper - Haaland, 14 Members of Congress to Esper: "United States Citizens Are Not the Enemy and our Military Should Not Plan or Execute Attacks Against Them" Rep.Seth Moulton, ...
June 3, 2020 Barragán Statement on Police Violence and Protests Rep.Nanette Barragán
June 3, 2020 Jayapal Opposes Continued Use of Curfews, National Guard Troops and Militarized Law Enforcement to Respond to Peaceful Protests in Seattle and Across the Country Rep.Pramila Jayapal
June 3, 2020 Harris, Markey, Booker Introduce Senate Resolution to Abolish Qualified Immunity for Law Enforcement, Hold Officers Accountable for Police Brutality Sen.Ed Markey, ...
June 3, 2020 Buchanan Statement on Protests and Challenges Ahead Rep.Vern Buchanan
June 3, 2020 Video: Johnson Speaks on George Floyd, COVID-19 Response, and Mail-in Ballots in Subcommittee Opening Statement Rep.Mike Johnson
June 3, 2020 Following George Floyd Murder, Rep. Raskin Announces Support for House Resolution Condemning Police Brutality Rep.Jamie Raskin
June 3, 2020 Hearing of the House Judiciary Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Nadler, Hearing on Protecting the Right to Vote During the COVID-19 Pandemic Rep.Jerry Nadler
June 3, 2020 JUNE 10TH: House Judiciary Committee to Hold Hearing on Police Brutality & Racial Profiling Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
June 3, 2020 Congressional Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations Calls for An End to Systemic Racism in America Rep.Debbie Wasserman Schultz, ...
June 3, 2020 Lankford Joins Colleagues to Introduce Legislation to Create Transparency for Law Enforcement-Related Shootings Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 3, 2020 Democratic Women's Caucus Leadership Condemns the Murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, and Calls for an End to Systematic Racism in the United States Rep.Veronica Escobar, ...
June 3, 2020 Rep. Omar Statement on Pride Month Rep.Ilhan Omar
June 3, 2020 The Excesses of Experts Rep.Tom McClintock
June 3, 2020 Congressman Al Green Calls for War on Racism and Invidious Discrimination, Cabinet-Level Department of Reconciliation to Eliminate Racism and Invidious Discrimination from American Life Rep.Al Green
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lack of accountability in this country when it comes to the killing of Black men and women. How many more videos must we see before we decide enough is enough? We must have justice, now. #BlackLivesMatter" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 3, 2020 Letter to Secretary Chad Wolf, Secretary of Department of Homeland Security - Peters & Johnson Call for Briefing on Role of Violent Opportunists in Exploiting Peaceful Protests Sen.Ron Johnson, ...
June 3, 2020 Norton Says Today's Peaceful Protesters Have Found Their Own Way Rep.Eleanor Norton
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