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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 - "Sen. McConnell's refusal to unequivocally acknowledge Congress's role in addressing police brutality is shameful Saying we need to "look at this" rings as hollow as his pledge to have a debate on gun safety Sen. McConnell MUST pledge to put a policing reform bill on the floor" 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 - "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 - "The admin is using the military as a tool to intimidate citizens Sec. Esper & General Milley should not allow the US Armed Forces to come anywhere near these ugly stunts The Department of Defense Inspector General must launch an investigation into how the military is being used" 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 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep. Paul Tonko, ...
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 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 - "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 Tweet - "President Trump must immediately cease this behavior. Secretary Esper and General Milley should not allow the U.S. Armed Forces to come anywhere near these ugly stunts. This administration is using the military as a tool to intimidate American citizens." Sen. Chuck Schumer
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 1, 2020 Statement from Congressman Joe Morelle Rep. Joe Morelle
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 At Start of Pride Month, Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Highlight Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 1, 2020 In the Wake of COVID-19 and Murder of George Floyd, Congresswoman Barbara Lee Calls for Formation of Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Commission 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 Pelosi, Schumer Joint Statement On Trump Press Conference & Photo-Op Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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 - "Americans are protesting for an end to the pattern of racial injustice & brutality Yet while America cries out for unification--Pres. Trump is ripping it apart Tear-gassing peaceful protestors just so he could pose for photos outside a church dishonors every value faith teaches" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "As millions of Americans take to the streets in peaceful and righteous protest, this moment--one of pain, and sorrow, and grief--must also be a watershed moment for action." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "America's reeling over the injustice & senselessness of George Floyd's death Reeling over the memory of Ahmaud Arbery, Michael Brown, Breonna Taylor, Eric Garner, the unimaginable number of innocent lives taken in similar circumstances Reeling from centuries of racial injustice" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "How low can this president go? President Trump ordered federal authorities to fire tear gas at peaceful protesters so that he could hold a photo op to appear like a tough guy. His words are empty. His actions reveal his true nature." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "While over 4,000 protesters have been arrested in the past week, only 1 of the 4 police officers involved in the killing of George Floyd has been arrested There is accountability when everyday citizens violate the law but it's too often lacking when law enforcement does the same" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "This is a moment that cries out for leadership. But President Trump struggles to summon an ounce of humanity. His policies have worsened racial divisions in our country. His rhetoric has consistently inflamed them. Either he is too afraid to lead or is simply incapable." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
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 - "Sen. McConnell's refusal to unequivocally acknowledge Congress's role in addressing police brutality is shameful Saying we need to "look at this" rings as hollow as his pledge to have a debate on gun safety Sen. McConnell MUST pledge to put a policing reform bill on the floor" 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 - "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 - "The admin is using the military as a tool to intimidate citizens Sec. Esper & General Milley should not allow the US Armed Forces to come anywhere near these ugly stunts The Department of Defense Inspector General must launch an investigation into how the military is being used" 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 E&C Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Environmental Justice and the Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 Rep.Paul Tonko, ...
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 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 - "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 Tweet - "President Trump must immediately cease this behavior. Secretary Esper and General Milley should not allow the U.S. Armed Forces to come anywhere near these ugly stunts. This administration is using the military as a tool to intimidate American citizens." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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 1, 2020 Statement from Congressman Joe Morelle Rep.Joe Morelle
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 At Start of Pride Month, Maloney and Ocasio-Cortez Highlight Need for Nondiscriminatory Blood Donation Guidelines Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
June 1, 2020 In the Wake of COVID-19 and Murder of George Floyd, Congresswoman Barbara Lee Calls for Formation of Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Commission 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 Pelosi, Schumer Joint Statement On Trump Press Conference & Photo-Op Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
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 - "Americans are protesting for an end to the pattern of racial injustice & brutality Yet while America cries out for unification--Pres. Trump is ripping it apart Tear-gassing peaceful protestors just so he could pose for photos outside a church dishonors every value faith teaches" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "As millions of Americans take to the streets in peaceful and righteous protest, this moment--one of pain, and sorrow, and grief--must also be a watershed moment for action." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "America's reeling over the injustice & senselessness of George Floyd's death Reeling over the memory of Ahmaud Arbery, Michael Brown, Breonna Taylor, Eric Garner, the unimaginable number of innocent lives taken in similar circumstances Reeling from centuries of racial injustice" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "How low can this president go? President Trump ordered federal authorities to fire tear gas at peaceful protesters so that he could hold a photo op to appear like a tough guy. His words are empty. His actions reveal his true nature." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "While over 4,000 protesters have been arrested in the past week, only 1 of the 4 police officers involved in the killing of George Floyd has been arrested There is accountability when everyday citizens violate the law but it's too often lacking when law enforcement does the same" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 1, 2020 Tweet - "This is a moment that cries out for leadership. But President Trump struggles to summon an ounce of humanity. His policies have worsened racial divisions in our country. His rhetoric has consistently inflamed them. Either he is too afraid to lead or is simply incapable." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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