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Oct. 4, 2020 Tweet - "COVID is having a domino effect in the Capitol, and we need transparency and tracing. 3 GOP Senators have already tested positive, and we do not yet know the full extent of exposure. If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too dangerous for committee hearings." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 4, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate cannot proceed with business as usual as the virus continues to run rampant. If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it is too dangerous for the committee hearings on the Supreme Court to continue." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The decision to recess the Senate for 2 weeks after at least 3 GOP Senators have tested positive for COVID makes clear that the Senate cannot proceed with business as usual If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too dangerous for committee hearings to continue" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "If it's too reckless and dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too reckless and dangerous for committee hearings to continue." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The presiding officer confirmed the Senate has never--NEVER--confirmed a Supreme Court nominee this close to the election. This is nothing more than a power grab--and we are fighting it." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - ""Is there objection?" Because the Senate Republicans have no respect for the institution, we won't have business as usual here in the Senate. I object." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2020 Pelosi, Schumer Statement on Senate Republican COVID bill Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Sept. 5, 2020 Tweet - "This is important: I'm standing side-by-side with @SenSanders to make sure we have a plan if President Trump refuses to leave office." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Sept. 1, 2020 House Judiciary Committee Releases Report on 116th Congress Legislative Accomplishments Rep. Jerry Nadler
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "You have to watch this from @RepKatiePorter ." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems passed the #HeroesAct exactly 100 days ago. Senate Republicans have done nothing. In the midst of a deadly pandemic and economic recession. Something is very wrong with these people." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #HeroesAct allocates $25 billion to save the Post Office. House Dems passed the bill on May 15. Senate Republicans have been missing in action for three months. End your vacation. Pass. The. Heroes. Act. Now." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 10, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump says: "It is what it is." The president, his aides, his party in Congress aren't even awake to what's happening in our country That's the reason why Senate Republicans delayed for four long months and that's the reason why we've been unable to find an agreement" Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Emergency unemployment insurance benefits have expired. The economy is in recession. Things are getting worse for everyday Americans. What is wrong with Senate Republicans? Do. Your. Job." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell is busy giving partisan speeches, while @SpeakerPelosi and I are busy fighting to come to an agreement to actually help Americans across the country. We must act NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Aug. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - Rosen, Jones, and Hassan Lead Senators in Demanding McConnell Have Senate Work Through Weekend Until Bipartisan Deal Reached Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 30, 2020 Tweet - ""I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me." John Lewis never stopped marching. And today, young people nationwide are rising up to march for justice and equality. His memory and legacy lives on in every one of them." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Over the past 3 months: Essential workers risked their safety 50M Americans filed for unemployment Small businesses folded COVID spread But what did Senate Republicans do? Confirm right-wing judges. And now their COVID "proposal" helps big corporations. Not American families." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 28, 2020 Remarks at Media Availability with Leader Schumer Following Meeting with Trump Administration on Coronavirus Relief Legislation Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 28, 2020 Sanders Leads 14 Senators in Introducing Masks for All Act to Curb Deadly Coronavirus Surge Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be there. The American people have been waiting 10 weeks for the Republicans to get their act together!" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "In the story of America, Congressman John Lewis was one of those special heroes whose moral clarity shone out like a North Star for his fellow Americans to follow. Today, we honored his extraordinary life and legacy, and said goodbye to our friend and colleague." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 24, 2020 Pelosi, Schumer Joint Statement on Mitch McConnell and the White House's Continued Months-Long Disarray and Delay Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "The House passed the #HeroesAct on May 15. Mitch McConnell and the boys have done nothing. Since that time more than 59,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. Pass. The. Bill." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "It is simply unacceptable that Republicans have had this entire time to reach consensus among themselves and continue to flail. Time is of the essence and lives are being lost. My statement with @SpeakerPelosi :" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "To Senate Republicans: You can't say you want to honor John Lewis, and then refuse to provide funding for safe elections." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Here's what I just told the Senate Rules Committee: Members from both sides of the aisle have released statements honoring the life of John Lewis. We need to honor John Lewis by ensuring every eligible American can vote fairly, safely, and efficiently in November." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Because the Senate Republicans have no respect for the institution, we won't have business as usual here in the Senate." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 21, 2020 Manhattan Times - Opinion: 10 for the 13th: What a few minutes on the Census will mean for our district Rep. Adriano Espaillat
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "We need to honor John Lewis by bringing the bill to restore the Voting Rights Act to the Senate floor." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell: We cannot keep waiting. We need to act now, for people, for families, for workers." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Tweet - "Does the Senate Majority really want to honor the legacy of #JohnLewis? Pass the Voting Rights Advancement Act that is languishing in your chamber. And name the bill in his honor." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "There are very few people who you can say truly changed the world for the better. John Lewis is certainly at the top of that list. From risking his life in Selma to remaining the "Conscience of Congress' in the House, he devoted his life to fighting for equality and civil rights" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "From his very early days, John Lewis was a man on a mission, who treated every person he met with kindness and grace Who forcefully, but gently, led us all to do more and do better As we mourn this loss--we must also celebrate the monumental contributions of a true American hero" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "We need to honor John Lewis by bringing the bill to restore the Voting Rights Act to the Senate floor. Otherwise paying lip service to his legacy is just words." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "We have lost a legendary leader, civil rights icon and change agent extraordinaire. John Lewis altered the course of history and left America a much better place. May he forever Rest In Power. #GoodTrouble" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 17, 2020 Meeks Issues Statement Seeking Chairmanship of House Committee on Foreign Affairs Rep. Gregory Meeks
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "From marching in Selma to serving in the House, Representative John Lewis spent his life fighting for civil rights for every single American. He is an American hero and a giant. And we are all better for the "good trouble" he made. Rest in peace, John." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are ready to let expanded unemployment benefits expire on July 31. More than 50 million American workers are out of a job. What is wrong with Mitch and the boys? We're sick of the legislative malpractice. Do. Your. Job." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "Stop playing games Mitch. Pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. NOW." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "More than 3 million Americans infected by the coronavirus. Over 50 million workers newly unemployed. State budgets are collapsing throughout the country. Now would be a good time for the Senate to pass the #HeroesAct." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Tucker Carlson are clearly intimidated by strong female leaders like my friend @SenDuckworth . She has more honor and love for our country in her pinky finger than they'll ever have." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Pelosi, Jeffries and Meng Joint Statement on Passage of House Democratic Caucus Diversity Rule Rep. Grace Meng, ...
July 6, 2020 Tweet - "WATCH: Here's what Senate Republicans BLOCKED last week." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "Make sure your friends see this: Here's what Senate Republicans blocked last week." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "July 4th weekend. A lot of talk about taxation without representation. Now would be a good time to make Washington, DC a state." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "The pain Americans are experiencing requires immediate action from the federal government. Americans can't afford to just keep waiting for Senator McConnell and Senate Republicans. We need to act NOW." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "House passes $1.5 trillion infrastructure package. It will create millions of good-paying jobs throughout America. And help rebuild our economy. #ForThePeople" Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "Assemblyman Gantt's lifelong work to raise social and economic opportunity for those he served and countless others throughout Greater Rochester leaves a lasting legacy. He fought injustice, gave voice to the voiceless, and inspired a generation of leaders. I'll miss my friend." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "More than 125K Americans dead. Over two million Americans infected by the #coronavirus. 47 million Americans unemployed. Do Your Job Mitch. Pass. The. Heroes. Act. Now." Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
Date Title Politician
Oct. 4, 2020 Tweet - "COVID is having a domino effect in the Capitol, and we need transparency and tracing. 3 GOP Senators have already tested positive, and we do not yet know the full extent of exposure. If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too dangerous for committee hearings." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 4, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate cannot proceed with business as usual as the virus continues to run rampant. If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it is too dangerous for the committee hearings on the Supreme Court to continue." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "The decision to recess the Senate for 2 weeks after at least 3 GOP Senators have tested positive for COVID makes clear that the Senate cannot proceed with business as usual If it's too dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too dangerous for committee hearings to continue" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Oct. 3, 2020 Tweet - "If it's too reckless and dangerous to have the Senate in session, it's too reckless and dangerous for committee hearings to continue." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 24, 2020 Tweet - "The presiding officer confirmed the Senate has never--NEVER--confirmed a Supreme Court nominee this close to the election. This is nothing more than a power grab--and we are fighting it." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 22, 2020 Tweet - ""Is there objection?" Because the Senate Republicans have no respect for the institution, we won't have business as usual here in the Senate. I object." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 8, 2020 Pelosi, Schumer Statement on Senate Republican COVID bill Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Sept. 5, 2020 Tweet - "This is important: I'm standing side-by-side with @SenSanders to make sure we have a plan if President Trump refuses to leave office." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Sept. 1, 2020 House Judiciary Committee Releases Report on 116th Congress Legislative Accomplishments Rep.Jerry Nadler
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "You have to watch this from @RepKatiePorter ." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 23, 2020 Tweet - "House Dems passed the #HeroesAct exactly 100 days ago. Senate Republicans have done nothing. In the midst of a deadly pandemic and economic recession. Something is very wrong with these people." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #HeroesAct allocates $25 billion to save the Post Office. House Dems passed the bill on May 15. Senate Republicans have been missing in action for three months. End your vacation. Pass. The. Heroes. Act. Now." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 10, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump says: "It is what it is." The president, his aides, his party in Congress aren't even awake to what's happening in our country That's the reason why Senate Republicans delayed for four long months and that's the reason why we've been unable to find an agreement" Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Emergency unemployment insurance benefits have expired. The economy is in recession. Things are getting worse for everyday Americans. What is wrong with Senate Republicans? Do. Your. Job." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
Aug. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell is busy giving partisan speeches, while @SpeakerPelosi and I are busy fighting to come to an agreement to actually help Americans across the country. We must act NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Aug. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate - Rosen, Jones, and Hassan Lead Senators in Demanding McConnell Have Senate Work Through Weekend Until Bipartisan Deal Reached Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 30, 2020 Tweet - ""I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me." John Lewis never stopped marching. And today, young people nationwide are rising up to march for justice and equality. His memory and legacy lives on in every one of them." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Over the past 3 months: Essential workers risked their safety 50M Americans filed for unemployment Small businesses folded COVID spread But what did Senate Republicans do? Confirm right-wing judges. And now their COVID "proposal" helps big corporations. Not American families." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 28, 2020 Remarks at Media Availability with Leader Schumer Following Meeting with Trump Administration on Coronavirus Relief Legislation Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 28, 2020 Sanders Leads 14 Senators in Introducing Masks for All Act to Curb Deadly Coronavirus Surge Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "I'll be there. The American people have been waiting 10 weeks for the Republicans to get their act together!" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "In the story of America, Congressman John Lewis was one of those special heroes whose moral clarity shone out like a North Star for his fellow Americans to follow. Today, we honored his extraordinary life and legacy, and said goodbye to our friend and colleague." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 24, 2020 Pelosi, Schumer Joint Statement on Mitch McConnell and the White House's Continued Months-Long Disarray and Delay Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "The House passed the #HeroesAct on May 15. Mitch McConnell and the boys have done nothing. Since that time more than 59,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. Pass. The. Bill." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "It is simply unacceptable that Republicans have had this entire time to reach consensus among themselves and continue to flail. Time is of the essence and lives are being lost. My statement with @SpeakerPelosi :" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 23, 2020 Tweet - "To Senate Republicans: You can't say you want to honor John Lewis, and then refuse to provide funding for safe elections." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Here's what I just told the Senate Rules Committee: Members from both sides of the aisle have released statements honoring the life of John Lewis. We need to honor John Lewis by ensuring every eligible American can vote fairly, safely, and efficiently in November." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "Because the Senate Republicans have no respect for the institution, we won't have business as usual here in the Senate." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 21, 2020 Manhattan Times - Opinion: 10 for the 13th: What a few minutes on the Census will mean for our district Rep.Adriano Espaillat
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "We need to honor John Lewis by bringing the bill to restore the Voting Rights Act to the Senate floor." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 20, 2020 Tweet - "Senator McConnell: We cannot keep waiting. We need to act now, for people, for families, for workers." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 19, 2020 Tweet - "Does the Senate Majority really want to honor the legacy of #JohnLewis? Pass the Voting Rights Advancement Act that is languishing in your chamber. And name the bill in his honor." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "There are very few people who you can say truly changed the world for the better. John Lewis is certainly at the top of that list. From risking his life in Selma to remaining the "Conscience of Congress' in the House, he devoted his life to fighting for equality and civil rights" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "From his very early days, John Lewis was a man on a mission, who treated every person he met with kindness and grace Who forcefully, but gently, led us all to do more and do better As we mourn this loss--we must also celebrate the monumental contributions of a true American hero" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 18, 2020 Tweet - "We need to honor John Lewis by bringing the bill to restore the Voting Rights Act to the Senate floor. Otherwise paying lip service to his legacy is just words." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "We have lost a legendary leader, civil rights icon and change agent extraordinaire. John Lewis altered the course of history and left America a much better place. May he forever Rest In Power. #GoodTrouble" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 17, 2020 Meeks Issues Statement Seeking Chairmanship of House Committee on Foreign Affairs Rep.Gregory Meeks
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "From marching in Selma to serving in the House, Representative John Lewis spent his life fighting for civil rights for every single American. He is an American hero and a giant. And we are all better for the "good trouble" he made. Rest in peace, John." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 17, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Republicans are ready to let expanded unemployment benefits expire on July 31. More than 50 million American workers are out of a job. What is wrong with Mitch and the boys? We're sick of the legislative malpractice. Do. Your. Job." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 12, 2020 Tweet - "Stop playing games Mitch. Pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. NOW." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 9, 2020 Tweet - "More than 3 million Americans infected by the coronavirus. Over 50 million workers newly unemployed. State budgets are collapsing throughout the country. Now would be a good time for the Senate to pass the #HeroesAct." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump and Tucker Carlson are clearly intimidated by strong female leaders like my friend @SenDuckworth . She has more honor and love for our country in her pinky finger than they'll ever have." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2020 Pelosi, Jeffries and Meng Joint Statement on Passage of House Democratic Caucus Diversity Rule Rep.Grace Meng, ...
July 6, 2020 Tweet - "WATCH: Here's what Senate Republicans BLOCKED last week." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "Make sure your friends see this: Here's what Senate Republicans blocked last week." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 5, 2020 Tweet - "July 4th weekend. A lot of talk about taxation without representation. Now would be a good time to make Washington, DC a state." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 3, 2020 Tweet - "The pain Americans are experiencing requires immediate action from the federal government. Americans can't afford to just keep waiting for Senator McConnell and Senate Republicans. We need to act NOW." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 2, 2020 Tweet - "House passes $1.5 trillion infrastructure package. It will create millions of good-paying jobs throughout America. And help rebuild our economy. #ForThePeople" Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "Assemblyman Gantt's lifelong work to raise social and economic opportunity for those he served and countless others throughout Greater Rochester leaves a lasting legacy. He fought injustice, gave voice to the voiceless, and inspired a generation of leaders. I'll miss my friend." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "More than 125K Americans dead. Over two million Americans infected by the #coronavirus. 47 million Americans unemployed. Do Your Job Mitch. Pass. The. Heroes. Act. Now." Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
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