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May 22, 2019
Letter to Peter Maurer, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross - In Aftermath Of Child Migrant Deaths, Durbin, Senators Call For Investigating Detention Facilities At Southwest Border
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. John Kelly, Acting Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - In Aftermath Of Child Migrant Deaths, Durbin, Senators Call For Investigating Detention Facilities At Southwest Border
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 21, 2019
Hearing of the Personnel Subcommittee of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, Markup on Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 21, 2019
Velázquez Fights for Prominent NY Immigrant Activist Ravi Ragbir
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 21, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Statement on Trump's Tariff Announcement
Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
May 21, 2019
Tweet - "Children fleeing violence and poverty should not be dying while in U.S. custody. This simply must stop!"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 21, 2019
Tweet - "We know that the Russians are trying to interfere in our elections again in 2020. But @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell is burying any election security bill that would confront this threat in his legislative graveyard. Why?"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 21, 2019
China
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Nearly 400 Lawmakers Call on Trump to Address Threats in Syria
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 20, 2019
Tweet - "China's state-owned rail company CRRC is seeking to win big $$$ contracts to install transit equipment for MTA and NYC subways. That's why @CommerceGov must review CRRC for any hint of national security worries or cyber-attack vulnerabilities."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 19, 2019
CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 19, 2019
Schumer: Chinese State-Owned Company Is Selling Train Control, Wi-Fi & Other Tech Equip to American Subway Systems & Working with The Mta; Senator Calls on Commerce Dept. to Investigate Whether Chinese State-Owned Tech Poses Threat or Exposes National Security Vulnerabilities Across Transit
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Stefanik Applauds President Trump's Deal to Lift Tariffs
Rep. Elise Stefanik
May 17, 2019
ICYMI: The Hill -- How Congress Should Tackle the Russian National Security Threat
Rep. Elise Stefanik
May 17, 2019
Tweet - "Positive step. The pressure must be strong on China, not on our allies who we should encourage to join us in confronting China."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Tweet - "I've always said we should be focusing efforts on China--not Mexico, Canada, Europe. It is good these tariffs will be lifted. We should urge allies to join us in preventing China's predatory practices. There are still many outstanding issues before Democrats would support USMCA."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Schumer Statement on Reports of Agreement with Canada and Mexico to End U.S.-Imposed Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 16, 2019
Tweet - "Today, the Statue of Liberty museum opens. There is no greater symbol of America's openness to immigration. But the President's immigration bill being announced today is an insult to our grand tradition of welcoming immigrants from all walks of life."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 16, 2019
Tweet - "Why has @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell buried election security legislation in his legislative graveyard? Russia is gearing up to interfere in our democracy again in 2020. We need strong, bipartisan action to protect the sanctity of our elections."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Rep. Susie Lee Helps Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase Opportunities and Prepare Workforce for Modern Cyber Industry
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
May 15, 2019
Van Hollen Bipartisan Senators Introduce Resolution Honoring Richard Lugar's Legacy, Pushing to Continue Global Non-Proliferation Efforts
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Association - Senators Warren and Menendez, Congresswoman Velázquez Lead Senate and House Colleagues Urging FEMA to Take Rapid and Robust Action to Help Rebuild Key Puerto Rico Hospital
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Markey Joins Wyden, Bicameral Coalition to Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Gillibrand, Capito Announce New Bipartisan Legislation That Would Require The EPA To Set An Enforceable Standard For Toxic PFAS Chemicals In Drinking Water To Protect Public Health
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Stop Stalling Act and Creates Act
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The American people deserve to know if Republicans are leading the country into a conflict--maybe even war--in the Middle East. Acting Defense Sec. Shanahan and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dunford must testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee now."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Carper, Democratic Colleagues Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act to Address Root Causes of Migrant Crisis
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Senate Dems Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act
Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "While the actions of President @realDonaldTrump's administration exacerbate issues at the southern border, Senate Democrats are committed to addressing the root causes that force families to flee Central America in the first place."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Letter to Inspector General Levinson - Reps. Mucarsel-Powell, Shalala, Wasserman Schultz Call for Investigation of Homestead Shelter, Gen. Kelly and Private Operator's No-bid Contract
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "When they meet in Russia tomorrow, Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin that the cost of trying to interfere with American elections will be dear."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2019
Tweet - "Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin in their meeting that any action to interfere in our elections will not be tolerated and will be met with an immediate and robust response. President Trump's approach to dealing with Putin, especially on election security, must change."
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 10, 2019
Garcia, Espaillat, Rice Introduce Legislation to Keep USCIS Offices Open
Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 10, 2019
Velázquez Leads NYC Members in Opposing HUD Plan to Target Immigrants
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 10, 2019
Separating Immigrant Children From Their Families is A Violation of Basic Human Rights
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
May 10, 2019
Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2019
Rep. Nydia Velázquez
May 9, 2019
Stefanik Continues to Press for East Coast Missile Defense Site in HASC Hearing
Rep. Elise Stefanik
May 9, 2019
Stefanik's Fort Drum Appropriations Requests Passed Through Markup of FY20 Military Construction and VA Bill
Rep. Elise Stefanik
May 8, 2019
Letter to Patrick Shanahan, Secretary of Defense - Harris, Colleagues Demand Legal Justification for Expanded Militarization of The Southern Border
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 8, 2019
Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Department of Homeland Security - Northern Border Caucus Members and Co-Chairs Higgins & Stefanik Press DHS to Rescind Transfers & Preserve Strong Staffing Levels at Border Between the U.S. & Canada
Rep. Elise Stefanik, ...
May 8, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Patrick Shanahan, Acting Secretary of Defense - Van Hollen, Senators Demand Legal Justification for Expanded Militarization of The Southern Border
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 8, 2019
In a Personal Meeting with Army Chief of Staff Nominee Mcconville, Schumer Pushes for Replacement of Outdated Fort Drum Railhead; Calls on Army to Honor Reliable, Job-Creating Power Contract with Reenergy
Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 8, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Bipartisan Push to Increase Funding to Protect Nonprofit Institutions Against Terror Attacks
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
Date
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Politician
May 22, 2019
Letter to Peter Maurer, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross - In Aftermath Of Child Migrant Deaths, Durbin, Senators Call For Investigating Detention Facilities At Southwest Border
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 22, 2019
Letter to the Hon. John Kelly, Acting Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security - In Aftermath Of Child Migrant Deaths, Durbin, Senators Call For Investigating Detention Facilities At Southwest Border
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 21, 2019
Hearing of the Personnel Subcommittee of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, Markup on Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 21, 2019
Velázquez Fights for Prominent NY Immigrant Activist Ravi Ragbir
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 21, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Statement on Trump's Tariff Announcement
Rep.Gregory Meeks, ...
May 21, 2019
Tweet - "Children fleeing violence and poverty should not be dying while in U.S. custody. This simply must stop!"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 21, 2019
Tweet - "We know that the Russians are trying to interfere in our elections again in 2020. But @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell is burying any election security bill that would confront this threat in his legislative graveyard. Why?"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 21, 2019
China
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Nearly 400 Lawmakers Call on Trump to Address Threats in Syria
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 20, 2019
Tweet - "China's state-owned rail company CRRC is seeking to win big $$$ contracts to install transit equipment for MTA and NYC subways. That's why @CommerceGov must review CRRC for any hint of national security worries or cyber-attack vulnerabilities."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 19, 2019
CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 19, 2019
Schumer: Chinese State-Owned Company Is Selling Train Control, Wi-Fi & Other Tech Equip to American Subway Systems & Working with The Mta; Senator Calls on Commerce Dept. to Investigate Whether Chinese State-Owned Tech Poses Threat or Exposes National Security Vulnerabilities Across Transit
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Stefanik Applauds President Trump's Deal to Lift Tariffs
Rep.Elise Stefanik
May 17, 2019
ICYMI: The Hill -- How Congress Should Tackle the Russian National Security Threat
Rep.Elise Stefanik
May 17, 2019
Tweet - "Positive step. The pressure must be strong on China, not on our allies who we should encourage to join us in confronting China."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Tweet - "I've always said we should be focusing efforts on China--not Mexico, Canada, Europe. It is good these tariffs will be lifted. We should urge allies to join us in preventing China's predatory practices. There are still many outstanding issues before Democrats would support USMCA."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 17, 2019
Schumer Statement on Reports of Agreement with Canada and Mexico to End U.S.-Imposed Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 16, 2019
Tweet - "Today, the Statue of Liberty museum opens. There is no greater symbol of America's openness to immigration. But the President's immigration bill being announced today is an insult to our grand tradition of welcoming immigrants from all walks of life."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 16, 2019
Tweet - "Why has @SenateMajLdr Mitch McConnell buried election security legislation in his legislative graveyard? Russia is gearing up to interfere in our democracy again in 2020. We need strong, bipartisan action to protect the sanctity of our elections."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Rep. Susie Lee Helps Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase Opportunities and Prepare Workforce for Modern Cyber Industry
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 15, 2019
Van Hollen Bipartisan Senators Introduce Resolution Honoring Richard Lugar's Legacy, Pushing to Continue Global Non-Proliferation Efforts
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Peter Gaynor, Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Association - Senators Warren and Menendez, Congresswoman Velázquez Lead Senate and House Colleagues Urging FEMA to Take Rapid and Robust Action to Help Rebuild Key Puerto Rico Hospital
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Bipartisan House Leadership Calls on Turkey to Cancel Russian Weapons Purchase
Rep.Jerry Nadler, ...
May 15, 2019
Markey Joins Wyden, Bicameral Coalition to Introduce Bill to Require States to Secure Elections
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 15, 2019
Gillibrand, Capito Announce New Bipartisan Legislation That Would Require The EPA To Set An Enforceable Standard For Toxic PFAS Chemicals In Drinking Water To Protect Public Health
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand
May 15, 2019
Stop Stalling Act and Creates Act
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Tweet - "The American people deserve to know if Republicans are leading the country into a conflict--maybe even war--in the Middle East. Acting Defense Sec. Shanahan and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dunford must testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee now."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 15, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Carper, Democratic Colleagues Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act to Address Root Causes of Migrant Crisis
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 14, 2019
Senate Dems Reintroduce Central America Reform And Enforcement Act
Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
May 14, 2019
Tweet - "While the actions of President @realDonaldTrump's administration exacerbate issues at the southern border, Senate Democrats are committed to addressing the root causes that force families to flee Central America in the first place."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Letter to Inspector General Levinson - Reps. Mucarsel-Powell, Shalala, Wasserman Schultz Call for Investigation of Homestead Shelter, Gen. Kelly and Private Operator's No-bid Contract
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 13, 2019
Tweet - "When they meet in Russia tomorrow, Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin that the cost of trying to interfere with American elections will be dear."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 13, 2019
Chairwoman Velázquez on China's Retaliatory Tariffs
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 13, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2019
Tweet - "Secretary Pompeo must make clear to Putin in their meeting that any action to interfere in our elections will not be tolerated and will be met with an immediate and robust response. President Trump's approach to dealing with Putin, especially on election security, must change."
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 10, 2019
Garcia, Espaillat, Rice Introduce Legislation to Keep USCIS Offices Open
Rep.Adriano Espaillat, ...
May 10, 2019
Velázquez Leads NYC Members in Opposing HUD Plan to Target Immigrants
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 10, 2019
Separating Immigrant Children From Their Families is A Violation of Basic Human Rights
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
May 10, 2019
Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2019
Rep.Nydia Velázquez
May 9, 2019
Stefanik Continues to Press for East Coast Missile Defense Site in HASC Hearing
Rep.Elise Stefanik
May 9, 2019
Stefanik's Fort Drum Appropriations Requests Passed Through Markup of FY20 Military Construction and VA Bill
Rep.Elise Stefanik
May 8, 2019
Letter to Patrick Shanahan, Secretary of Defense - Harris, Colleagues Demand Legal Justification for Expanded Militarization of The Southern Border
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 8, 2019
Letter to Kevin McAleenan, Acting Secretary of Department of Homeland Security - Northern Border Caucus Members and Co-Chairs Higgins & Stefanik Press DHS to Rescind Transfers & Preserve Strong Staffing Levels at Border Between the U.S. & Canada
Rep.Elise Stefanik, ...
May 8, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Patrick Shanahan, Acting Secretary of Defense - Van Hollen, Senators Demand Legal Justification for Expanded Militarization of The Southern Border
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
May 8, 2019
In a Personal Meeting with Army Chief of Staff Nominee Mcconville, Schumer Pushes for Replacement of Outdated Fort Drum Railhead; Calls on Army to Honor Reliable, Job-Creating Power Contract with Reenergy
Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 8, 2019
Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Bipartisan Push to Increase Funding to Protect Nonprofit Institutions Against Terror Attacks
Sen.Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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