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Aug. 28, 2019 Chairwoman Velázquez on National Preparedness Month Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "One of the many fine adjectives to describe Johnny Isakson is a word not used enough in the halls of Congress these days: kind. Johnny is both a diligent & thoughtful legislator. Independent of any party or politics, everyone will miss him as he announces his retirement." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "All too often @realDonaldTrump acts like a third world dictator without any regard for people's rights -- property or otherwise." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary, Department of Labor - U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Democratic Colleagues Fight for Nation's Registered Apprenticeship Program Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "90% of Americans support universal background checks. @SenateMajLdr McConnell: Show the American people you're serious about ending gun violence. Put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor immediately." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schumer, Reed, Menendez, And Warner To President Trump: President Vladimir Putin And Russian Federation Must Not Be Readmitted To G7 Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: Under no circumstances should Putin be invited to participate in the G7 until the Russian government undertakes demonstrable actions to show its willingness to behave responsibly both domestically and abroad." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "90% of Americans support universal background checks. @SenateMajLdr McConnell: Show the American people you're serious about ending gun violence. Put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor immediately." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "The @UofR's Laboratory for Laser Energetics is a trailblazer in research & plays a vital role in our national security. So happy that we were able to get NNSA Administrator Lisa Gordon-Hagerty on campus for a first-hand look at all of the amazing work that is taking place." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump administration's plan to divert money away from FEMA at the start of hurricane season to continue its efforts to separate & jail migrant families is backwards & cruel." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Court rules Big Pharma unleashed opioid epidemic on America. They conspired to push doctors to unnecessarily prescribe highly addictive drugs. Millions of lives ruined. So-called law and order types promote rule of law. Where are they now that kingpin appears to be Pharma?" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "A federal judge just temporarily blocked Missouri's abortion ban. The law is a clear violation of a woman's right to make her own health care choices, and we must continue fighting these attacks on women's access to reproductive care." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Dems Subpoena FMR. Trump Aide." Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 26, 2019 Butterfield hosts Congressmen David Price (NC-04) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) For North Carolina Immigration Forum Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary of the Department of Labor - Harris, Feinstein, Colleagues Oppose Labor Department Proposal to Create Duplicative, Lower-Quality Unregistered Apprenticeships Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 House judiciary asks judge to expedite ruling for testimony of former White House counsel Don McGahn Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 26, 2019 House judiciary committee subpoenas Rob Porter Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adele Gagliardi, Admin. of the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Office of Policy Development and Research - Over 125 House Democrats to DOL: Changes to Apprenticeship System Violate the Law Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "On #WomensEqualityDay, we celebrate the 99th anniversary of the 19th Amendment & honor the women who fought tirelessly for voting rights in our country. We must continue that fight by passing the For the People Act to advance access to the ballot box for all Americans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - " There are seven thousand estimated rare diseases or cancers. Approximately 30,000 Americans are afflicted. Drug companies often charge millions for access to life-changing medication. It's time to END THIS RACKET. #ForThePeople" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "This weekend's G7 summit was another missed opportunity for @realDonaldTrump to show America's strength by unifying key global partners to address the numerous challenges facing our planet." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "While six world leaders came together to take action & decide on a $20 million aid package to fight the Amazon fires, President @realDonaldTrump skipped the meeting. It's time for the president to take the climate crisis seriously." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 25, 2019 Tweet - "One year after his passing, I'm thinking about Senator John McCain and his family today. His dedication to his country and the military were unsurpassed. And he was never afraid to speak truth to power." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 24, 2019 Tweet - "To the people of Hong Kong: America hears you and stands with you. We support your fight to ensure your democratic and human rights." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, Acting Secretary of The Department of Homeland Security - Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Joins House Democrats to Demand Answers On Trump Administration's Attempts To Weaken Action On White Supremacist Extremism Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin - Velázquez, Porter Urge FSOC to Oversee Tech Giants Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Meng Sends Letter to President Trump Urging Him to Prioritize Amazon Fires at Upcoming G7 Summit Rep. Grace Meng
Aug. 23, 2019 Meng Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Plan to Scrap the Flores Settlement Rep. Grace Meng
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kathleen Kraninger, Dir. of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Waters and 101 Members Blast CFPB Giveaways to Predatory Payday Lenders Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: Gutting healthcare for millions of Americans is not "fun." This is unacceptable. Democrats will continue to fight to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "A classic Russian cover up. No one knows the potential health and environmental risks to Russia or the world. Putin must come clean. @realDonaldTrump must demand answers from Putin, and certainly shouldn't be attempting to welcome Putin back to the G7." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Putin does not belong at the G7 while it is still illegally occupying Crimea and it continues to conduct its other malign activities. @realDonaldTrump should stay focused on working with our allies at the G7 summit and not advocating for Putin and his oligarchs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Chairman Takano calls for VA-wide stand-down to address veteran suicide Rep. Paul Tonko
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "This is wrong. Period. The Supreme Court must say no to legitimizing this discrimination. And @SenateMajLdr McConnell must stop burying the Equality Act in his legislative graveyard." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Going after fentanyl traffickers is vital to stopping the flow of illicit opioids killing Americans I introduced the bipartisan Fentanyl Sanctions Act to help stop this flood of illegal drugs We have to stay tough on traffickers in places like China" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Menendez, Rep. Soto Lead Bicameral Letter Requesting HUD to Immediately Publish Disaster Recovery Funds Disbursement Requirements for Puerto Rico and U.S.VI Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "It is a good thing that President @realDonaldTrump has backed off his rescission threat. The power of the purse is one of Congress's most fundamental responsibilities. I hope he has learned the lesson not to play games with the budget." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Morelle, Schumer, Gillibrand announce legislation to dedicate Fairport post office to Louise and Bob Slaughter is signed into law Rep. Joe Morelle, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Venezuelans in the U.S. face a dangerous situation at home. But @SenateMajLdr McConnell & Senate Republicans are blocking a bipartisan bill to extend temporary protected status to them. We must vote to support Venezuelans fleeing violence & instability." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Today is #BlackWomensEqualPay Day. Black women make 61¢ for every $1 that a white man makes. Black women need and deserve #EqualPay. Period. We must #DemandMore action and take a vote on the House-passed Paycheck Fairness Act in the Senate now." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "To my fellow American Jews, particularly those who support @realDonaldTrump: When he uses a trope that's been used against the Jewish people for centuries with dire consequences, he is encouraging--wittingly or unwittingly--anti-Semites throughout the country and world. Enough." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Chairman Takano statement on president Trump action eliminating student loan debt for disabled veterans Rep. Paul Tonko
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "The cruelty of President @realDonaldTrump's administration knows no bounds." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Americans are again seeing the gun lobby's tight grip on Trump's @WhiteHouse & Republicans. While the NRA can pull @realDonaldTrump back--they can't stop the 90% of Americans who want universal background checks. We'll keep pushing to end gun violence." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: These retreats are heartbreaking, particularly for the families of the victims of gun violence If you're serious about action, the way forward is for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to put the bipartisan House-passed background checks bill up for a vote now." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's rudderless foreign policy all in a day: cancel a meeting with a NATO ally and invite Putin to a meeting he was kicked out of for illegally annexing Crimea." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "83% of the benefits of #GOPTaxScam went to wealthiest 1%. They think greed is good. We want prosperity in every single zip code. America has a choice to make. Should we stand with the privileged few or #ForThePeople?" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "The #AmazonRainforest has an essential role in curbing climate change, but it's burning at a record rate. We must take meaningful action to protect our planet and put an end to these fires." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "It should surprise no one that the Chinese Communist Party is spreading propaganda to impose its will on Hong Kong. President @realDonaldTrump: You have to stand up to President Xi & for democratic rights. Beijing must face consequences for its actions." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 20, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "AG Barr moves to shield Trump." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 20, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand" Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Committee on Armed Services, Letter to the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Committee on Armed Services - Harris, Feinstein, Colleagues Call to Ban Low-Yield Nuclear Missiles Deployment and Extend New START Treaty in Final Defense Authorization Bill Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Rep. Johnson, Colleagues Ask DOJ for Answers on Brazil Corruption & Persecution of Former President Lula da Silva Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Cheryl Stanton, Admin for the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Wage and Hour Division - Castro, Grijalva Call for Department of Labor to Resume Visa Certification Process for Abused Workers and Trafficking Victims Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - E&C leaders demand answers on EPA's efforts to change environmental appeals procedures Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "#EricGarner was killed in cold blood. The instrument of death was a chokehold banned by the NYPD. The officer will find another job. Mr. Garner's mom, wife and children have lost him forever. May he always Rest In Peace" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 19, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump and advisers downplay economic concerns." Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 19, 2019 Letter to Administrator Cheryl Stanton, Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor - Reps. Grijalva & Castro: DOL's New Guidance on U and T Visas will Silence Vulnerable Immigrant Workers Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "I will strongly oppose a US-UK trade deal that undermines the Good Friday Agreement. It has been 21 years of relative peace and shared prosperity. We must not turn back the clock to violence and polarization with a hard border." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Backing down on Huawei is a huge mistake. @realDonaldTrump himself has said numerous times and as recently as yesterday they are a national security threat, yet his administration keep finding ways to let them off the hook. Stay strong, Mr. President." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump is outrageously telling women what health care they can and cannot receive. His admin is wrong to push this policy. It should be overturned by the courts. Reproductive health care for millions of women will suffer because of it." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "We've seen this movie before: President @realDonaldTrump, feeling public pressure in the immediate aftermath of a horrible shooting, talks about doing something meaningful to address gun violence, but inevitably, he backtracks in response to pressure from the NRA & the hard-right" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Following His Major Push, Schumer Announces Top-Brass at National Nuclear Security Administration Will Make First-Ever Visit to U of R Laser Lab Tomorrow & See how Critical Facility Keeps U.S. at The Top of High-Energy Laser Innovation & Safeguards the Nation's Nuclear Stockpile Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Deficit is skyrocketing out of control. The stock market is shaky. Economic growth is sluggish. #TrumpRecession may be on the horizon. We need a real infrastructure investment #ForThePeople." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 19, 2019 Chairman Nadler Statement on NYPD Commissioner Decision to Fire Officer Responsible for Eric Garner's Death Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenWhitehouse & his colleagues said in their amicus brief what so many people think--that the Supreme Court has become far too political and under the sway of right-wing organizations like the Federalist Society. Kudos to these Senators for speaking out. https://www.whitehouse.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/New%20York%20Rifle%20&%20Pistol%20Association%20v.%20New%20York%20(Whitehouse%20amicus%20FINAL).pdf …" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "America hears the people of Hong Kong. President @realDonaldTrump: It is unacceptable that you are not standing up to President Xi as he intensifies his crackdown on democratic rights in Hong Kong. The Chinese Communist Party must face consequences." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems have passed bills to protect ppl w/ pre-existing conditions from losing healthcare protection. And stop gun purchases w/o universal criminal background checks. How many more Americans have to die before Moscow Mitch does his job?" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 17, 2019 Tweet - "It may have taken longer than last time, but it looks like the NRA has reeled @realDonaldTrump right back in. Mr. President: If you're serious, join us in calling on @SenateMajLdr McConnell to put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Adriano Espaillat statement on the decision to deny members of congress from entering Israel Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge FCC to Seek Additional Public Input on T-Mobile/Sprint Merger Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 September 4th: House Judiciary to Markup Gun Violence Prevention Bills Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Domestic terrorists target Blacks, Latinos, Jews, Muslims, immigrants & other vulnerable communities. Thankful for @NYGovCuomo's leadership in confronting this issue. The sick ideology of white supremacy must be eradicated. By. Any. Means. Necessary." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 16, 2019 Governor Cuomo Congratulates First Graduates of Northland Workforce Training Center on Buffalo's East Side Rep. Tim Kennedy, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "July 2019 was the hottest month ever, of any month, on record. Climate change is the greatest threat facing our planet. It's about our kids. It's about our health. It's about the future. We must act. https://www.noaa.gov/news/july-2019-was-hottest-month-on-record-for-planet …" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
Aug. 28, 2019 Chairwoman Velázquez on National Preparedness Month Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "One of the many fine adjectives to describe Johnny Isakson is a word not used enough in the halls of Congress these days: kind. Johnny is both a diligent & thoughtful legislator. Independent of any party or politics, everyone will miss him as he announces his retirement." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "All too often @realDonaldTrump acts like a third world dictator without any regard for people's rights -- property or otherwise." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary, Department of Labor - U.S. Senator Tina Smith, Democratic Colleagues Fight for Nation's Registered Apprenticeship Program Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "90% of Americans support universal background checks. @SenateMajLdr McConnell: Show the American people you're serious about ending gun violence. Put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor immediately." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schumer, Reed, Menendez, And Warner To President Trump: President Vladimir Putin And Russian Federation Must Not Be Readmitted To G7 Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: Under no circumstances should Putin be invited to participate in the G7 until the Russian government undertakes demonstrable actions to show its willingness to behave responsibly both domestically and abroad." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "90% of Americans support universal background checks. @SenateMajLdr McConnell: Show the American people you're serious about ending gun violence. Put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor immediately." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "The @UofR's Laboratory for Laser Energetics is a trailblazer in research & plays a vital role in our national security. So happy that we were able to get NNSA Administrator Lisa Gordon-Hagerty on campus for a first-hand look at all of the amazing work that is taking place." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "The Trump administration's plan to divert money away from FEMA at the start of hurricane season to continue its efforts to separate & jail migrant families is backwards & cruel." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "Court rules Big Pharma unleashed opioid epidemic on America. They conspired to push doctors to unnecessarily prescribe highly addictive drugs. Millions of lives ruined. So-called law and order types promote rule of law. Where are they now that kingpin appears to be Pharma?" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 27, 2019 Tweet - "A federal judge just temporarily blocked Missouri's abortion ban. The law is a clear violation of a woman's right to make her own health care choices, and we must continue fighting these attacks on women's access to reproductive care." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Dems Subpoena FMR. Trump Aide." Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 26, 2019 Butterfield hosts Congressmen David Price (NC-04) and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) For North Carolina Immigration Forum Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Patrick Pizzella, Acting Secretary of the Department of Labor - Harris, Feinstein, Colleagues Oppose Labor Department Proposal to Create Duplicative, Lower-Quality Unregistered Apprenticeships Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 House judiciary asks judge to expedite ruling for testimony of former White House counsel Don McGahn Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 26, 2019 House judiciary committee subpoenas Rob Porter Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Adele Gagliardi, Admin. of the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Office of Policy Development and Research - Over 125 House Democrats to DOL: Changes to Apprenticeship System Violate the Law Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "On #WomensEqualityDay, we celebrate the 99th anniversary of the 19th Amendment & honor the women who fought tirelessly for voting rights in our country. We must continue that fight by passing the For the People Act to advance access to the ballot box for all Americans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - " There are seven thousand estimated rare diseases or cancers. Approximately 30,000 Americans are afflicted. Drug companies often charge millions for access to life-changing medication. It's time to END THIS RACKET. #ForThePeople" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "This weekend's G7 summit was another missed opportunity for @realDonaldTrump to show America's strength by unifying key global partners to address the numerous challenges facing our planet." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 26, 2019 Tweet - "While six world leaders came together to take action & decide on a $20 million aid package to fight the Amazon fires, President @realDonaldTrump skipped the meeting. It's time for the president to take the climate crisis seriously." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 25, 2019 Tweet - "One year after his passing, I'm thinking about Senator John McCain and his family today. His dedication to his country and the military were unsurpassed. And he was never afraid to speak truth to power." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 24, 2019 Tweet - "To the people of Hong Kong: America hears you and stands with you. We support your fight to ensure your democratic and human rights." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, Acting Secretary of The Department of Homeland Security - Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Joins House Democrats to Demand Answers On Trump Administration's Attempts To Weaken Action On White Supremacist Extremism Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin - Velázquez, Porter Urge FSOC to Oversee Tech Giants Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Meng Sends Letter to President Trump Urging Him to Prioritize Amazon Fires at Upcoming G7 Summit Rep.Grace Meng
Aug. 23, 2019 Meng Issues Statement on Trump Administration's Plan to Scrap the Flores Settlement Rep.Grace Meng
Aug. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kathleen Kraninger, Dir. of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Waters and 101 Members Blast CFPB Giveaways to Predatory Payday Lenders Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: Gutting healthcare for millions of Americans is not "fun." This is unacceptable. Democrats will continue to fight to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "A classic Russian cover up. No one knows the potential health and environmental risks to Russia or the world. Putin must come clean. @realDonaldTrump must demand answers from Putin, and certainly shouldn't be attempting to welcome Putin back to the G7." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Putin does not belong at the G7 while it is still illegally occupying Crimea and it continues to conduct its other malign activities. @realDonaldTrump should stay focused on working with our allies at the G7 summit and not advocating for Putin and his oligarchs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2019 Chairman Takano calls for VA-wide stand-down to address veteran suicide Rep.Paul Tonko
Aug. 23, 2019 Tweet - "This is wrong. Period. The Supreme Court must say no to legitimizing this discrimination. And @SenateMajLdr McConnell must stop burying the Equality Act in his legislative graveyard." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Going after fentanyl traffickers is vital to stopping the flow of illicit opioids killing Americans I introduced the bipartisan Fentanyl Sanctions Act to help stop this flood of illegal drugs We have to stay tough on traffickers in places like China" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ben Carson, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - Menendez, Rep. Soto Lead Bicameral Letter Requesting HUD to Immediately Publish Disaster Recovery Funds Disbursement Requirements for Puerto Rico and U.S.VI Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "It is a good thing that President @realDonaldTrump has backed off his rescission threat. The power of the purse is one of Congress's most fundamental responsibilities. I hope he has learned the lesson not to play games with the budget." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Morelle, Schumer, Gillibrand announce legislation to dedicate Fairport post office to Louise and Bob Slaughter is signed into law Rep.Joe Morelle, ...
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Venezuelans in the U.S. face a dangerous situation at home. But @SenateMajLdr McConnell & Senate Republicans are blocking a bipartisan bill to extend temporary protected status to them. We must vote to support Venezuelans fleeing violence & instability." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Today is #BlackWomensEqualPay Day. Black women make 61¢ for every $1 that a white man makes. Black women need and deserve #EqualPay. Period. We must #DemandMore action and take a vote on the House-passed Paycheck Fairness Act in the Senate now." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "To my fellow American Jews, particularly those who support @realDonaldTrump: When he uses a trope that's been used against the Jewish people for centuries with dire consequences, he is encouraging--wittingly or unwittingly--anti-Semites throughout the country and world. Enough." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Chairman Takano statement on president Trump action eliminating student loan debt for disabled veterans Rep.Paul Tonko
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "The cruelty of President @realDonaldTrump's administration knows no bounds." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Americans are again seeing the gun lobby's tight grip on Trump's @WhiteHouse & Republicans. While the NRA can pull @realDonaldTrump back--they can't stop the 90% of Americans who want universal background checks. We'll keep pushing to end gun violence." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump: These retreats are heartbreaking, particularly for the families of the victims of gun violence If you're serious about action, the way forward is for @SenateMajLdr McConnell to put the bipartisan House-passed background checks bill up for a vote now." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump's rudderless foreign policy all in a day: cancel a meeting with a NATO ally and invite Putin to a meeting he was kicked out of for illegally annexing Crimea." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "83% of the benefits of #GOPTaxScam went to wealthiest 1%. They think greed is good. We want prosperity in every single zip code. America has a choice to make. Should we stand with the privileged few or #ForThePeople?" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "The #AmazonRainforest has an essential role in curbing climate change, but it's burning at a record rate. We must take meaningful action to protect our planet and put an end to these fires." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 21, 2019 Tweet - "It should surprise no one that the Chinese Communist Party is spreading propaganda to impose its will on Hong Kong. President @realDonaldTrump: You have to stand up to President Xi & for democratic rights. Beijing must face consequences for its actions." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 20, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "AG Barr moves to shield Trump." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 20, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: "Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand" Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Committee on Armed Services, Letter to the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Committee on Armed Services - Harris, Feinstein, Colleagues Call to Ban Low-Yield Nuclear Missiles Deployment and Extend New START Treaty in Final Defense Authorization Bill Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Rep. Johnson, Colleagues Ask DOJ for Answers on Brazil Corruption & Persecution of Former President Lula da Silva Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Cheryl Stanton, Admin for the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Wage and Hour Division - Castro, Grijalva Call for Department of Labor to Resume Visa Certification Process for Abused Workers and Trafficking Victims Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - E&C leaders demand answers on EPA's efforts to change environmental appeals procedures Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "#EricGarner was killed in cold blood. The instrument of death was a chokehold banned by the NYPD. The officer will find another job. Mr. Garner's mom, wife and children have lost him forever. May he always Rest In Peace" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 19, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: "Trump and advisers downplay economic concerns." Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Aug. 19, 2019 Letter to Administrator Cheryl Stanton, Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor - Reps. Grijalva & Castro: DOL's New Guidance on U and T Visas will Silence Vulnerable Immigrant Workers Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "I will strongly oppose a US-UK trade deal that undermines the Good Friday Agreement. It has been 21 years of relative peace and shared prosperity. We must not turn back the clock to violence and polarization with a hard border." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Backing down on Huawei is a huge mistake. @realDonaldTrump himself has said numerous times and as recently as yesterday they are a national security threat, yet his administration keep finding ways to let them off the hook. Stay strong, Mr. President." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "President @realDonaldTrump is outrageously telling women what health care they can and cannot receive. His admin is wrong to push this policy. It should be overturned by the courts. Reproductive health care for millions of women will suffer because of it." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "We've seen this movie before: President @realDonaldTrump, feeling public pressure in the immediate aftermath of a horrible shooting, talks about doing something meaningful to address gun violence, but inevitably, he backtracks in response to pressure from the NRA & the hard-right" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 19, 2019 Following His Major Push, Schumer Announces Top-Brass at National Nuclear Security Administration Will Make First-Ever Visit to U of R Laser Lab Tomorrow & See how Critical Facility Keeps U.S. at The Top of High-Energy Laser Innovation & Safeguards the Nation's Nuclear Stockpile Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Deficit is skyrocketing out of control. The stock market is shaky. Economic growth is sluggish. #TrumpRecession may be on the horizon. We need a real infrastructure investment #ForThePeople." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 19, 2019 Chairman Nadler Statement on NYPD Commissioner Decision to Fire Officer Responsible for Eric Garner's Death Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - ".@SenWhitehouse & his colleagues said in their amicus brief what so many people think--that the Supreme Court has become far too political and under the sway of right-wing organizations like the Federalist Society. Kudos to these Senators for speaking out. https://www.whitehouse.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/New%20York%20Rifle%20&%20Pistol%20Association%20v.%20New%20York%20(Whitehouse%20amicus%20FINAL).pdf …" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "America hears the people of Hong Kong. President @realDonaldTrump: It is unacceptable that you are not standing up to President Xi as he intensifies his crackdown on democratic rights in Hong Kong. The Chinese Communist Party must face consequences." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 18, 2019 Tweet - "House Dems have passed bills to protect ppl w/ pre-existing conditions from losing healthcare protection. And stop gun purchases w/o universal criminal background checks. How many more Americans have to die before Moscow Mitch does his job?" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 17, 2019 Tweet - "It may have taken longer than last time, but it looks like the NRA has reeled @realDonaldTrump right back in. Mr. President: If you're serious, join us in calling on @SenateMajLdr McConnell to put the bipartisan House-passed universal background checks bill on the Senate floor." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 16, 2019 Congressman Adriano Espaillat statement on the decision to deny members of congress from entering Israel Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Aug. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission - Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge FCC to Seek Additional Public Input on T-Mobile/Sprint Merger Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 September 4th: House Judiciary to Markup Gun Violence Prevention Bills Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "Domestic terrorists target Blacks, Latinos, Jews, Muslims, immigrants & other vulnerable communities. Thankful for @NYGovCuomo's leadership in confronting this issue. The sick ideology of white supremacy must be eradicated. By. Any. Means. Necessary." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 16, 2019 Governor Cuomo Congratulates First Graduates of Northland Workforce Training Center on Buffalo's East Side Rep.Tim Kennedy, ...
Aug. 16, 2019 Tweet - "July 2019 was the hottest month ever, of any month, on record. Climate change is the greatest threat facing our planet. It's about our kids. It's about our health. It's about the future. We must act. https://www.noaa.gov/news/july-2019-was-hottest-month-on-record-for-planet …" Sen.Chuck Schumer
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