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Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "56 years ago today Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his 'I Have a Dream' speech. To this day, the speech stands as a reminder that we must all strive to ensure that America lives up to the ideals of freedom, justice and equality for all." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 28, 2019 Chairwoman Velázquez on National Preparedness Month Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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 - "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 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 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 - "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 - "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. 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. 26, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Dems Subpoena FMR. Trump Aide." Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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 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. 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 House judiciary asks judge to expedite ruling for testimony of former White House counsel Don McGahn Rep. Jerry Nadler
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 - "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 House judiciary committee subpoenas Rob Porter Rep. Jerry Nadler
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. 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. 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 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 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 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 - "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 - "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. 23, 2019 Chairman Takano calls for VA-wide stand-down to address veteran suicide Rep. Paul Tonko
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 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. 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 - "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 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 - "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. 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. 21, 2019 Chairman Takano statement on president Trump action eliminating student loan debt for disabled veterans Rep. Paul Tonko
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 - "The cruelty of President @realDonaldTrump's administration knows no bounds." 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 - "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. 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 - "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 - "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. 20, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "AG Barr moves to shield Trump." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Date Title Politician
Aug. 28, 2019 Tweet - "56 years ago today Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his 'I Have a Dream' speech. To this day, the speech stands as a reminder that we must all strive to ensure that America lives up to the ideals of freedom, justice and equality for all." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 28, 2019 Chairwoman Velázquez on National Preparedness Month Rep.Nydia Velázquez
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 - "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 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 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 - "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 - "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. 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. 26, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "Dems Subpoena FMR. Trump Aide." Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
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 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. 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 House judiciary asks judge to expedite ruling for testimony of former White House counsel Don McGahn Rep.Jerry Nadler
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 - "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 House judiciary committee subpoenas Rob Porter Rep.Jerry Nadler
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. 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. 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 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 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 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 - "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 - "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. 23, 2019 Chairman Takano calls for VA-wide stand-down to address veteran suicide Rep.Paul Tonko
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 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. 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 - "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 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 - "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. 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. 21, 2019 Chairman Takano statement on president Trump action eliminating student loan debt for disabled veterans Rep.Paul Tonko
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 - "The cruelty of President @realDonaldTrump's administration knows no bounds." 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 - "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. 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 - "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 - "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. 20, 2019 MSNBC "The Beat with Ari Melber" - Transcript: "AG Barr moves to shield Trump." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
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