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Feb. 24, 2020 Letter to David Ferriero, U.S. Archivist for the National Archives and Records Administration - Speier, Members of Congress Urge Archivist to Certify ERA Now! Rep. Grace Meng, ...
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Just this month: President Trump's administration proposed a 16% cut at CDC. Today: They tried to answer questions about Coronavirus by saying 'This is what the Centers for Disease Control do.' This is typical of President Trump's senseless cuts. It's his #DailyLie." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thankful for the amazing life and legacy of trailblazing Mathematician Katherine Johnson #NASA. She helped send America to the Moon. Others got the glory. But Ms. Johnson is no longer a #HiddenFigure. May she forever #RestInPower " Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's bringing us closer to a banana republic: 1--Classifying Bolton's book to cover up truth 2--Installing a political yes-man as head of US Intel 3--Firing officials who refuse to pledge allegiance to Trump Where are Republicans who claim to care about rule of law?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Too little too late. That President Trump is trying to steal funds dedicated to fight Ebola is indicative of his towering incompetence and further proof that he and his administration aren't taking the Coronavirus crisis as seriously as they need to be." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is typical of President Trump's senseless budget cuts. President Trump wants to slash funding for the CDC. His new budget proposes a 16 percent cut at the agency. But the Coronavirus crisis continues to spread across the globe!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The deeply disturbing bomb threats against New York's network of JCCs are more proof that we need to dramatically increase security funding grants--and NOT decrease funding as President Trump's administration is proposing." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Sec. Mnuchin and Sec. Pompeo: Putin is intent on interfering in our democracy. Everyone knows it. FBI Director Wray has warned of it repeatedly. You have all of the authorities you need to sanction Putin and his cronies. You must act!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump has been too soft on President Xi and the Chinese Communist Party as they try to cover up their response to Coronavirus. President Trump must demand that President Xi end the secrecy and suppression of facts around Coronavirus." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Les Payne was a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist. He used his work to fight for what is right. He played a pivotal role at Long Island's Newsday, leaving a legacy dedicated to making New York and America more just and more equal. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Katherine Johnson's life was one of courage and brilliance. She broke down racial and gender barriers--all while helping take our space program to heights unseen. Today, we say thank you to Katherine. My prayers go to her family. May she rest in power." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Let me repeat: The Trump Administration already has broad authority to impose sanctions for meddling in our elections. It does not need new legislative tools or approval. Our message today is crystal clear: Secretary Mnuchin & Secretary Pompeo need to impose sanctions NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "All of the warning lights are flashing bright red on Coronavirus, but the Trump administration appears to have no plan, no urgency. We must get a handle on Coronavirus and make sure the United States is fully prepared to deal with its potentially far-reaching consequences." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Executive Session Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump wants to take credit for a growing economy. But the economy in Obama's last 36 months created 1.5 million more jobs than in Trump's first 36 months. Dems are fighting for higher wages & workers' rights! Workers still aren't getting their fair share." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman on his 18th anniversary service at Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn. I was so proud to join my dear friend, Pastor Rob, today to celebrate. Here's to many more years!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "An Army veteran, Alton R. Waldon, Jr. served as the first African American Congressman elected from Queens to the U.S. House. He has also served in the New York State Assembly, New York State Senate, and as a Judge in New York. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Pekoske, Admin. of the Transportation Security Administration - Schumer reveals: TSA is still using "TikTok' app on social media; senator says risks to American & Fed security via the platform remain; Pentagon & PHS have banned it, TSA should too Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester abolitionist & author Austin Steward was a successful grocery business owner. He was chosen by community members to give a speech celebrating slave emancipation in New York. He was also VP at the 1st Black National Convention. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "How does Democracy die? When separate and co-equal branches of government become wholly-owned subsidiaries of an autocratic President. This is real folks. And we must do everything in our power to stop it #ForThePeople" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump & Republicans claim they'll protect Americans with pre-existing conditions Instead he's suing to end these protections And @SenateGOP 's setting up sham votes to gut Roe v. Wade instead of votes on protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - ""Do you believe in miracles? YES!" We witnessed a miracle 40 years ago today when our 1980 Olympic hockey team beat the vaunted Soviet team in Lake Placid. The town's a jewel that's magical year round. And so are the Olympic Museum & Herb Brooks Arena:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Heroes like our Vietnam veterans deserve the health benefits they were promised I stood with Vietnam veterans at Tompkins County Department of Veterans Services to say: OMB must stop blocking over 190,000 Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange from getting the care they need" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "No matter how many times President Trump lies, the reality is clear: Putin is interfering in our elections again in 2020--just like in 2016. Senate Republicans need to explain why they have blocked election security bills TWENTY times." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Reverend J. Edward Nash, Sr. will always be remembered as a leader and advocate for African Americans in Buffalo and nationwide. As a founding member of the Buffalo Urban League and local NAACP branch, we'll always honor his legacy. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "To my friend and our hero: Happy Birthday, @RepJohnLewis . You are an inspiration to us all to keep fighting side-by-side every day for the civil rights of all Americans." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Healthcare costs up. Housing costs up. Higher Education costs up. This economy is not working for everyday Americans. And that's why we're fighting #ForThePeople." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Despite how Pres. Trump is suing to end our health care law & protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions: A new poll today shows it's more popular than ever. So Pres. Trump can keep repeating he has some other secret health care plan. But it's still his #DailyLie." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) Reacts To 2020 Democratic Debate. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Feb. 20, 2020 Stefanik Statement on Federal Law Enforcement Press Conference on Cuomo's Green Light Law Rep. Elise Stefanik
Feb. 20, 2020 Stefanik Cosponsors the Stop for School Buses Act Rep. Elise Stefanik
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on The Appointment of House Impeachment Managers by Speaker Pelosi Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Statement on The Impact of Trump Administration's Muslim Ban Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Calls for Reinvestigation of The Assassination of Malcolm X with Use of New Technology Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on The War Powers Resolution to Terminate the Use of U.S. Armed Forces to Engage in Iran Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - House Democrats Demand Fair Drug Pricing For Taxpayer-Funded Coronavirus Vaccine or Treatment Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Meeks Criticizes Sale of Taxi Medallion Loans Rep. Gregory Meeks
Feb. 20, 2020 Letter to Brian Moynihan, Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America - Congress Urges Major U.S. Banks Not to Finance Destructive Drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Velazquez Touts Benefits of Infrastructure Package for Small Business Rep. Nydia Velázquez
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump's said repeatedly "we're going to be doing background checks." If it were true, why aren't Pres. Trump and Sen. McConnell allowing a vote on the House-passed, universal background checks bill? Instead, they're setting up sham votes to gut Roe v. Wade." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Hoyer Announces House Vote on Historic Antilynching Legislation Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Playing for the Brooklyn Eagles, New York Rens, and more, Clarence "Fats' Jenkins became a sports legend He was one of the greatest outfielders in the era of segregated baseball & an inductee into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "If President Trump pardons Roger Stone, it'll be a green light to Trump's accomplices to keep breaking the law & covering up for him If any Republican actually cares about preserving rule of law--they'll take their head out of the sand & stand up to Trump" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "For President Trump to play politics with the highest intelligence office in the land will put our national security at risk." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, I called on FERC not to undermine New York's climate and clean energy goals But FERC has become a wholly-owned GOP subsidiary, doing the bidding of the biggest polluters Democrats will not stop fighting to seriously tackle the climate crisis" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans keep blocking election security bills in the Senate, and now we know why: They'd rather let Putin win than stand up to President Trump." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Just in - Russia helping Donald Trump in upcoming presidential election. They are at it again. Is anyone surprised? (Other than the distinguished gentlelady from the great state of Maine). #DefendOurDemocracy" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Mick Mulvaney just acknowledged what we all knew to be true. Washington Republicans don't really care about so-called fiscal responsibility. They just pretend to do so whenever a Democrat is in the White House. So they can cut Social Security and Medicare. SHAMELESS." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Wyden, Merkley Push Trump Administration to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Date Title Politician
Feb. 24, 2020 Letter to David Ferriero, U.S. Archivist for the National Archives and Records Administration - Speier, Members of Congress Urge Archivist to Certify ERA Now! Rep.Grace Meng, ...
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Just this month: President Trump's administration proposed a 16% cut at CDC. Today: They tried to answer questions about Coronavirus by saying 'This is what the Centers for Disease Control do.' This is typical of President Trump's senseless cuts. It's his #DailyLie." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thankful for the amazing life and legacy of trailblazing Mathematician Katherine Johnson #NASA. She helped send America to the Moon. Others got the glory. But Ms. Johnson is no longer a #HiddenFigure. May she forever #RestInPower " Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Pres. Trump's bringing us closer to a banana republic: 1--Classifying Bolton's book to cover up truth 2--Installing a political yes-man as head of US Intel 3--Firing officials who refuse to pledge allegiance to Trump Where are Republicans who claim to care about rule of law?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Too little too late. That President Trump is trying to steal funds dedicated to fight Ebola is indicative of his towering incompetence and further proof that he and his administration aren't taking the Coronavirus crisis as seriously as they need to be." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is typical of President Trump's senseless budget cuts. President Trump wants to slash funding for the CDC. His new budget proposes a 16 percent cut at the agency. But the Coronavirus crisis continues to spread across the globe!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The deeply disturbing bomb threats against New York's network of JCCs are more proof that we need to dramatically increase security funding grants--and NOT decrease funding as President Trump's administration is proposing." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Sec. Mnuchin and Sec. Pompeo: Putin is intent on interfering in our democracy. Everyone knows it. FBI Director Wray has warned of it repeatedly. You have all of the authorities you need to sanction Putin and his cronies. You must act!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump has been too soft on President Xi and the Chinese Communist Party as they try to cover up their response to Coronavirus. President Trump must demand that President Xi end the secrecy and suppression of facts around Coronavirus." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Les Payne was a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist. He used his work to fight for what is right. He played a pivotal role at Long Island's Newsday, leaving a legacy dedicated to making New York and America more just and more equal. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Katherine Johnson's life was one of courage and brilliance. She broke down racial and gender barriers--all while helping take our space program to heights unseen. Today, we say thank you to Katherine. My prayers go to her family. May she rest in power." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Let me repeat: The Trump Administration already has broad authority to impose sanctions for meddling in our elections. It does not need new legislative tools or approval. Our message today is crystal clear: Secretary Mnuchin & Secretary Pompeo need to impose sanctions NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "All of the warning lights are flashing bright red on Coronavirus, but the Trump administration appears to have no plan, no urgency. We must get a handle on Coronavirus and make sure the United States is fully prepared to deal with its potentially far-reaching consequences." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 24, 2020 Executive Session Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump wants to take credit for a growing economy. But the economy in Obama's last 36 months created 1.5 million more jobs than in Trump's first 36 months. Dems are fighting for higher wages & workers' rights! Workers still aren't getting their fair share." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Congratulations to Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman on his 18th anniversary service at Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn. I was so proud to join my dear friend, Pastor Rob, today to celebrate. Here's to many more years!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Tweet - "An Army veteran, Alton R. Waldon, Jr. served as the first African American Congressman elected from Queens to the U.S. House. He has also served in the New York State Assembly, New York State Senate, and as a Judge in New York. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 23, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Pekoske, Admin. of the Transportation Security Administration - Schumer reveals: TSA is still using "TikTok' app on social media; senator says risks to American & Fed security via the platform remain; Pentagon & PHS have banned it, TSA should too Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Rochester abolitionist & author Austin Steward was a successful grocery business owner. He was chosen by community members to give a speech celebrating slave emancipation in New York. He was also VP at the 1st Black National Convention. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "How does Democracy die? When separate and co-equal branches of government become wholly-owned subsidiaries of an autocratic President. This is real folks. And we must do everything in our power to stop it #ForThePeople" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump & Republicans claim they'll protect Americans with pre-existing conditions Instead he's suing to end these protections And @SenateGOP 's setting up sham votes to gut Roe v. Wade instead of votes on protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - ""Do you believe in miracles? YES!" We witnessed a miracle 40 years ago today when our 1980 Olympic hockey team beat the vaunted Soviet team in Lake Placid. The town's a jewel that's magical year round. And so are the Olympic Museum & Herb Brooks Arena:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 22, 2020 Tweet - "Heroes like our Vietnam veterans deserve the health benefits they were promised I stood with Vietnam veterans at Tompkins County Department of Veterans Services to say: OMB must stop blocking over 190,000 Vietnam veterans exposed to Agent Orange from getting the care they need" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "No matter how many times President Trump lies, the reality is clear: Putin is interfering in our elections again in 2020--just like in 2016. Senate Republicans need to explain why they have blocked election security bills TWENTY times." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Reverend J. Edward Nash, Sr. will always be remembered as a leader and advocate for African Americans in Buffalo and nationwide. As a founding member of the Buffalo Urban League and local NAACP branch, we'll always honor his legacy. #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "To my friend and our hero: Happy Birthday, @RepJohnLewis . You are an inspiration to us all to keep fighting side-by-side every day for the civil rights of all Americans." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Healthcare costs up. Housing costs up. Higher Education costs up. This economy is not working for everyday Americans. And that's why we're fighting #ForThePeople." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Despite how Pres. Trump is suing to end our health care law & protections for Americans with pre-existing conditions: A new poll today shows it's more popular than ever. So Pres. Trump can keep repeating he has some other secret health care plan. But it's still his #DailyLie." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) Reacts To 2020 Democratic Debate. Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
Feb. 20, 2020 Stefanik Statement on Federal Law Enforcement Press Conference on Cuomo's Green Light Law Rep.Elise Stefanik
Feb. 20, 2020 Stefanik Cosponsors the Stop for School Buses Act Rep.Elise Stefanik
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on The Appointment of House Impeachment Managers by Speaker Pelosi Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Rep. Adriano Espaillat Statement on The Impact of Trump Administration's Muslim Ban Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Calls for Reinvestigation of The Assassination of Malcolm X with Use of New Technology Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Statement on The War Powers Resolution to Terminate the Use of U.S. Armed Forces to Engage in Iran Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Feb. 20, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - House Democrats Demand Fair Drug Pricing For Taxpayer-Funded Coronavirus Vaccine or Treatment Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Meeks Criticizes Sale of Taxi Medallion Loans Rep.Gregory Meeks
Feb. 20, 2020 Letter to Brian Moynihan, Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America - Congress Urges Major U.S. Banks Not to Finance Destructive Drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Velazquez Touts Benefits of Infrastructure Package for Small Business Rep.Nydia Velázquez
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "His #DailyLie: Pres. Trump's said repeatedly "we're going to be doing background checks." If it were true, why aren't Pres. Trump and Sen. McConnell allowing a vote on the House-passed, universal background checks bill? Instead, they're setting up sham votes to gut Roe v. Wade." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Hoyer Announces House Vote on Historic Antilynching Legislation Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Playing for the Brooklyn Eagles, New York Rens, and more, Clarence "Fats' Jenkins became a sports legend He was one of the greatest outfielders in the era of segregated baseball & an inductee into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame #BlackHistoryMonth" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "If President Trump pardons Roger Stone, it'll be a green light to Trump's accomplices to keep breaking the law & covering up for him If any Republican actually cares about preserving rule of law--they'll take their head out of the sand & stand up to Trump" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "For President Trump to play politics with the highest intelligence office in the land will put our national security at risk." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, I called on FERC not to undermine New York's climate and clean energy goals But FERC has become a wholly-owned GOP subsidiary, doing the bidding of the biggest polluters Democrats will not stop fighting to seriously tackle the climate crisis" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans keep blocking election security bills in the Senate, and now we know why: They'd rather let Putin win than stand up to President Trump." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Just in - Russia helping Donald Trump in upcoming presidential election. They are at it again. Is anyone surprised? (Other than the distinguished gentlelady from the great state of Maine). #DefendOurDemocracy" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Mick Mulvaney just acknowledged what we all knew to be true. Washington Republicans don't really care about so-called fiscal responsibility. They just pretend to do so whenever a Democrat is in the White House. So they can cut Social Security and Medicare. SHAMELESS." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar II, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - Wyden, Merkley Push Trump Administration to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Feb. 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Eugene Scalia, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Labor - Van Hollen, Murray, Democrats Push Departments of Education and Labor to Withdraw Rules Allowing for Federally Sanctioned Discrimination Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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