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June 4, 2020 Chairman Nadler Introduces Legislation to Reduce AG Barr's Budget, Reign in Efforts to Politicize DOJ Rep. Jerry Nadler
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. Nydia Velázquez, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Sen McConnell's said--Coin of the realm in the Senate is floor time He hasn't put a COVID relief bill on floor in 5w;--PPP reform passed last night only once Dems forced action He said he'd "take a look" at policing reform--Will it be like his empty pledge to debate gun safety?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
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 CECC Co-Chairs Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution on Tiananmen Square Massacre and Condemn National Security Law on Hong Kong Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "1 year ago today: House Dems passed the American Dream & Promise Act #HR6 It gave Dreamers hope It'd provide immediate relief for over 2.5 million Dreamers, TPS holders, & their families But Sen. McConnell just left the bill in his legislative graveyard The Senate must vote!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand announce nearly $4 million in federal funding for telehealth services Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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 Tweet - "31 years ago, students, workers, citizens stood up for freedom in Tiananmen Square against the repressive Chinese Communist Party As peaceful protestors across America stand up to end injustice, these students' example should remind us of how America can stand up for our ideals" Sen. Chuck Schumer
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 Tweet - "The GOP Conspiracy Caucus is voting to approve scores of subpoenas to chase Pres. Trump's wild conspiracy theories. But they haven't put one COVID relief bill on the floor in 5 weeks. Sen. McConnell: Commit to putting a policing reform bill on the floor ASAP." 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 - "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 Pelosi Remarks on Press Call with Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Members of Congress and Advocates on Anniversary of House Passing American Dream and Promise Act Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell blocked our demand to uphold Americans' constitutional right to peaceful protest and condemn Pres. Trump for his unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas and rubber bullets on peaceful protesters in Lafayette Park. We won't stop demanding action." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "This is an important step in the direction of justice for George Floyd's family." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bipartisan House Members Request Congress Address Needle & Syringe Shortage To Prepare For Covid-19 Vaccine Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
June 3, 2020 Clarke Responds to 45's Handling of Protestors Seeking Justice Rep. Yvette Clarke
June 3, 2020 JUNE 10TH: House Judiciary Committee to Hold Hearing on Police Brutality & Racial Profiling Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Ways and Means Democrats Strongly Oppose Expanding Economic Relations with President Bolsonaro's Brazil Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Nearly a quarter of our workforce is unemployed. Over 100,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. Americans are in the streets demanding justice. But the Senate Republican Conspiracy Caucus is chasing President Trump's wild conspiracy theories." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Murray, Democratic Senators Urge DeVos to Rescind Harmful Title IX Rule and Focus on Student Safety Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, too many others The bigotry, discrimination that Black Americans encounter as a daily reality That's why Americans, of all ages and colors and faiths, are out in the street protesting Senate Democrats are working for bold change NOW" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice, the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Dept. of Defense, the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the Dept. of the Interior, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Smith, Nadler, Grijalva, and Thompson Call for Answers on Trump Administrations Use of Force Against Peaceful DC Protestors Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell yesterday talked about his June priorities. He didn't mention COVID-legislation--but the recession could deepen to a depression if we don't act! He said he'd "take a look" at policing reform legislation--but will this be like his pledge to debate gun safety?" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "What is President Trump doing to our democracy? And Senate Republicans just going along! Our nation is crying out for leadership and direction Senate Democrats are demanding action Senator McConnell must commit to putting a policing reform bill on the floor of the Senate ASAP" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "The millions of Americans of all races and backgrounds who have taken to the streets in peaceful protest are doing something noble: Reminding us that the failure to pass police reform legislation is unacceptable That Black Lives Matter We must confront & address injustice now" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "We are living through a tale of two crises--COVID-19 and racial injustice--and President Trump has been a miserable failure at handling both of them." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Announces the Harlem Manifesto to End Police Brutality Rep. Adriano Espaillat
June 2, 2020 Congresswoman Clarke Helps Bring 2 New COVID Test & Trace Locations to Brooklyn Rep. Yvette Clarke
June 2, 2020 Stefanik Calls for Support from National Guard Amid NYS Calling for NY-21 Law Enforcement Support Across the State Rep. Elise Stefanik
June 2, 2020 Quigley Highlights Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 2, 2020 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - E&C Democrats Urge FCC to Allow Local Governments Adequate Time to Respond to Wireless Equipment Rule Changes Amid COVID-19 Response Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's relentless need to make himself, a weak man, feel strong led him to order federal officers to gas peacefully assembled Americans so he could sneak his way to a church photo op. So he could wave a Bible--not read a Bible, not even his Bible--as a prop." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "We just demanded the Senate uphold Americans' rights and condemn President Trump's unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas and rubber bullets on peaceful protesters. But Senator Mitch McConnell objected. We will not stop pushing for and demanding action!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "Crimes of opportunity are NOT acceptable. But a truly inclusive society should not engage in selective outrage. GOP Tax Scam cost taxpayers approximately $2 trillion. 83% of the benefits went to the wealthiest 1%. Looting?" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "It's appalling how Senate GOP enables Pres. Trump We demanded the Senate uphold Americans' rights & condemn Pres. Trump's unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas & rubber bullets on peaceful protesters But Sen. McConnell objected We won't stop demanding action" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "This was all so Pres. Trump could have a photo-op He doesn't care about justice or law and order He cares only about his own politics and ego America need leaders who can turn our justified anger into action Pres. Trump showed the country once again that he is unable to lead" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump ordered federal officers to attack peaceful American citizens exercising their constitutional rights by tear gassing them in a public park while military helicopters flew overhead. Appalling. An abuse of presidential power. Blatantly unconstitutional." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats are working to respond with action right now. Senator McConnell: You must commit to putting law enforcement reform legislation on the floor ASAP. A divided nation cannot wait. For healing. For solutions." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 At Start of Pride Month, Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Highlight Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 1, 2020 Letter to Rodrigo Maia, President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil - House Members Ring the Alarm Amidst Human Rights Violations in Brazil Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
June 1, 2020 Chairman Nadler Statement on Trump Releasing Tear Gas on Peaceful DC Protesters for Photo Op & His Threat to Deploy the Military Rep. Jerry Nadler
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "We must reform law enforcement practices and address broader disparities in our society--the systemic racism and injustice--in our laws and our customs. Right now. Not later. Not next year. Not after the next George Floyd. Right now." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate must lead. Senator McConnell should commit to put a law enforcement reform bill on the floor ASAP. Not hold hearings on President Trump's wild conspiracies about the 2016 election or a month of right-wing, anti-civil rights judicial nominees." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage and Americans are taking to the streets to express their anger at police violence and racial injustice, Leader McConnell and Senate Republicans must focus on the national crises at our doorstep." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Thomas McCaffery, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs - Congresswoman Luria Calls on Defense Health Agency to Cover Mental Telehealth Services Under TRICARE Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "Rent is due today for millions of Americans. We fought to make sure Americans won't be evicted during this crisis. But we're fighting for #RentReliefNow to help families make ends meet." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
June 4, 2020 Chairman Nadler Introduces Legislation to Reduce AG Barr's Budget, Reign in Efforts to Politicize DOJ Rep.Jerry Nadler
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.Nydia Velázquez, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "Sen McConnell's said--Coin of the realm in the Senate is floor time He hasn't put a COVID relief bill on floor in 5w;--PPP reform passed last night only once Dems forced action He said he'd "take a look" at policing reform--Will it be like his empty pledge to debate gun safety?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
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 CECC Co-Chairs Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution on Tiananmen Square Massacre and Condemn National Security Law on Hong Kong Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "1 year ago today: House Dems passed the American Dream & Promise Act #HR6 It gave Dreamers hope It'd provide immediate relief for over 2.5 million Dreamers, TPS holders, & their families But Sen. McConnell just left the bill in his legislative graveyard The Senate must vote!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 4, 2020 Schumer, Gillibrand announce nearly $4 million in federal funding for telehealth services Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
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 Tweet - "31 years ago, students, workers, citizens stood up for freedom in Tiananmen Square against the repressive Chinese Communist Party As peaceful protestors across America stand up to end injustice, these students' example should remind us of how America can stand up for our ideals" Sen.Chuck Schumer
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 Tweet - "The GOP Conspiracy Caucus is voting to approve scores of subpoenas to chase Pres. Trump's wild conspiracy theories. But they haven't put one COVID relief bill on the floor in 5 weeks. Sen. McConnell: Commit to putting a policing reform bill on the floor ASAP." 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 - "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 Pelosi Remarks on Press Call with Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Members of Congress and Advocates on Anniversary of House Passing American Dream and Promise Act Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Sen. McConnell blocked our demand to uphold Americans' constitutional right to peaceful protest and condemn Pres. Trump for his unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas and rubber bullets on peaceful protesters in Lafayette Park. We won't stop demanding action." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "This is an important step in the direction of justice for George Floyd's family." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bipartisan House Members Request Congress Address Needle & Syringe Shortage To Prepare For Covid-19 Vaccine Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
June 3, 2020 Clarke Responds to 45's Handling of Protestors Seeking Justice Rep.Yvette Clarke
June 3, 2020 JUNE 10TH: House Judiciary Committee to Hold Hearing on Police Brutality & Racial Profiling Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
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 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Ways and Means Democrats Strongly Oppose Expanding Economic Relations with President Bolsonaro's Brazil Rep.Tom Suozzi, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Nearly a quarter of our workforce is unemployed. Over 100,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. Americans are in the streets demanding justice. But the Senate Republican Conspiracy Caucus is chasing President Trump's wild conspiracy theories." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Murray, Democratic Senators Urge DeVos to Rescind Harmful Title IX Rule and Focus on Student Safety Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, too many others The bigotry, discrimination that Black Americans encounter as a daily reality That's why Americans, of all ages and colors and faiths, are out in the street protesting Senate Democrats are working for bold change NOW" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice, the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Dept. of Defense, the Hon. David Bernhardt, Secretary of the Dept. of the Interior, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Smith, Nadler, Grijalva, and Thompson Call for Answers on Trump Administrations Use of Force Against Peaceful DC Protestors Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell yesterday talked about his June priorities. He didn't mention COVID-legislation--but the recession could deepen to a depression if we don't act! He said he'd "take a look" at policing reform legislation--but will this be like his pledge to debate gun safety?" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 3, 2020 Tweet - "What is President Trump doing to our democracy? And Senate Republicans just going along! Our nation is crying out for leadership and direction Senate Democrats are demanding action Senator McConnell must commit to putting a policing reform bill on the floor of the Senate ASAP" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "The millions of Americans of all races and backgrounds who have taken to the streets in peaceful protest are doing something noble: Reminding us that the failure to pass police reform legislation is unacceptable That Black Lives Matter We must confront & address injustice now" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "We are living through a tale of two crises--COVID-19 and racial injustice--and President Trump has been a miserable failure at handling both of them." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Representative Adriano Espaillat Announces the Harlem Manifesto to End Police Brutality Rep.Adriano Espaillat
June 2, 2020 Congresswoman Clarke Helps Bring 2 New COVID Test & Trace Locations to Brooklyn Rep.Yvette Clarke
June 2, 2020 Stefanik Calls for Support from National Guard Amid NYS Calling for NY-21 Law Enforcement Support Across the State Rep.Elise Stefanik
June 2, 2020 Quigley Highlights Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 2, 2020 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - E&C Democrats Urge FCC to Allow Local Governments Adequate Time to Respond to Wireless Equipment Rule Changes Amid COVID-19 Response Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's relentless need to make himself, a weak man, feel strong led him to order federal officers to gas peacefully assembled Americans so he could sneak his way to a church photo op. So he could wave a Bible--not read a Bible, not even his Bible--as a prop." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "We just demanded the Senate uphold Americans' rights and condemn President Trump's unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas and rubber bullets on peaceful protesters. But Senator Mitch McConnell objected. We will not stop pushing for and demanding action!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "Crimes of opportunity are NOT acceptable. But a truly inclusive society should not engage in selective outrage. GOP Tax Scam cost taxpayers approximately $2 trillion. 83% of the benefits went to the wealthiest 1%. Looting?" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "It's appalling how Senate GOP enables Pres. Trump We demanded the Senate uphold Americans' rights & condemn Pres. Trump's unconstitutional order to have federal officers use gas & rubber bullets on peaceful protesters But Sen. McConnell objected We won't stop demanding action" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "This was all so Pres. Trump could have a photo-op He doesn't care about justice or law and order He cares only about his own politics and ego America need leaders who can turn our justified anger into action Pres. Trump showed the country once again that he is unable to lead" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump ordered federal officers to attack peaceful American citizens exercising their constitutional rights by tear gassing them in a public park while military helicopters flew overhead. Appalling. An abuse of presidential power. Blatantly unconstitutional." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 2, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Democrats are working to respond with action right now. Senator McConnell: You must commit to putting law enforcement reform legislation on the floor ASAP. A divided nation cannot wait. For healing. For solutions." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 At Start of Pride Month, Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Highlight Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 1, 2020 Letter to Rodrigo Maia, President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil - House Members Ring the Alarm Amidst Human Rights Violations in Brazil Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
June 1, 2020 Chairman Nadler Statement on Trump Releasing Tear Gas on Peaceful DC Protesters for Photo Op & His Threat to Deploy the Military Rep.Jerry Nadler
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "We must reform law enforcement practices and address broader disparities in our society--the systemic racism and injustice--in our laws and our customs. Right now. Not later. Not next year. Not after the next George Floyd. Right now." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate must lead. Senator McConnell should commit to put a law enforcement reform bill on the floor ASAP. Not hold hearings on President Trump's wild conspiracies about the 2016 election or a month of right-wing, anti-civil rights judicial nominees." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage and Americans are taking to the streets to express their anger at police violence and racial injustice, Leader McConnell and Senate Republicans must focus on the national crises at our doorstep." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Thomas McCaffery, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs - Congresswoman Luria Calls on Defense Health Agency to Cover Mental Telehealth Services Under TRICARE Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "Rent is due today for millions of Americans. We fought to make sure Americans won't be evicted during this crisis. But we're fighting for #RentReliefNow to help families make ends meet." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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