| Dec. 21, 2020
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Tweet - "For indie music venues, Broadway, comedy clubs, indie movie theaters, and more: We secured #SaveOurStages These are people's jobs and the lifeblood of communities I fought for this side-by-side with @SenAmyKlobuchar, and I won't stop fighting for them"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 18, 2020
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Stefanik, Crow Introduce Legislation to Respond to Congressional Sexual Misconduct
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| Dec. 18, 2020
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Tweet - "Hands that picked cotton helped raise these three lil homies from Brooklyn."
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
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| Dec. 17, 2020
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Letter to Mr. Russell T. Vought, Director of Office of Management and Budget - Menendez, Brown, Warren Slam Implementation of Trump's Executive Order Prohibiting Diversity and Inclusion Trainings
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2020
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Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana and the draconian marijuana laws that have contributed to racial inequality I will keep fighting for Senate action and work with President-elect Biden to advance criminal justice reform and undo the harms done by the War on Drugs"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 16, 2020
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Letter to Honorable Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, Honorable Nita Lowey, Chairwoman of the Committee on Appropriations, Honorable Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, and Honorable Kay Granger, Ranking Member on the Committee on Appropriations - Gillibrand Calls For $16 Million In Funding To Combat The Invasive Spotted Lanternfly
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Dec. 16, 2020
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Gillibrand Announces Senate Passage Of Her Bipartisan Legislation To Strengthen State Dept Role In Combating Anti-Semitism
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Dec. 14, 2020
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Tweet - "Those in power who incite violence should be held accountable to the full extent of the law."
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
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| Dec. 14, 2020
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Tweet - "Eight years ago today, 20 children and six educators were murdered in the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Today and every day, we honor their lives as we continue to fight for commonsense gun safety laws."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 12, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm proud the House took a historic step to pass the MORE Act. This would finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana and advance criminal justice reform. I'll keep fighting for Senate action."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 11, 2020
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Jayapal, Members of Congress Join FIRM Action in Announcing Roadmap to Freedom Resolution that Achieves a Progressive Vision of a Humane Immigration System
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Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
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| Dec. 11, 2020
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Reps. García, Jayapal, Escobar, Ocasio-Cortez, Chu and Clarke Join FIRM Action in Announcing Roadmap to Freedom Resolution that Achieves a Progressive Vision of a Humane Immigration System Focused on Respect, Dignity, and Family Unity
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Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
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| Dec. 10, 2020
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Gillibrand Announces Final NDAA Will Include Safe To Report And Key Amendments To Address Military Sexual Assault
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Dec. 10, 2020
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Reps. García, Pressley, and Jeffries Introduce Transit Parity Resolution
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
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| Dec. 9, 2020
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Letter to Honorable Richard Shelby, Chairman of Senate Appropriations, Honorable Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations, Honorable Shelley Moore Capito, Chairwoman of Senate Appropriations, and Honorable Jon Tester, Ranking Member of Senate Appropriations - Gillibrand, Portman, Peters, Lankford, And Rosen Lead Bipartisan Push To Increase Funding To Help Protect Nonprofit Institutions Against Terror Attacks
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Dec. 8, 2020
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Nadler & Lofgren Statement on Full Restoration of DACA
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| Dec. 6, 2020
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Tweet - "When I introduced the Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act, I was the highest ranking Democrat in the country to call for an end to the federal prohibition on marijuana I'm proud the House voted to end it and advance criminal justice reform I'll keep fighting for Senate action"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "Our indie venues like @ArlenesGrocery in the Lower East Side are threatened amid COVID. These are people's jobs and livelihoods. And these Indie music venues, Broadway, comedy clubs, and more need our help now. I will keep fighting for the #SaveOurStages act for them."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 5, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm proud the House took a historic step yesterday to pass the MORE Act. This would finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana and advance criminal justice reform."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 4, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United States - Underwood Leads Congressional Effort Calling for Gao Review of Disparities in Vaccination Coverage
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| Dec. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "A federal court just ordered DHS to start accepting DACA applications again starting on Monday. This is a victory for our dreamers, and we won't stop fighting for them. #HomeIsHere"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 4, 2020
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Tweet - "Draconian marijuana laws contribute to racial inequality. By passing the MORE Act: The House just took a historic step towards finally ending the federal prohibition on marijuana, advancing criminal justice reform, and helping level the economic playing field."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 3, 2020
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Tweet - "This summer, Trump and Barr deployed unidentifiable federal officers in riot gear to crack down on peaceful demonstrators. @ChrisMurphyCT and I added an amendment to the defense bill to end this abuse of power--ensuring federal law enforcement is identifiable and accountable."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Dec. 2, 2020
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Espaillat Secures Key Funding Increases, Policy Wins in House Funding Bills that Will Become Law
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat
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| Dec. 2, 2020
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CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview with Congressman Hakeem Jeffries
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
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| Nov. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "Excluding undocumented immigrants from the 2020 Census count is unconstitutional. This is yet another blatant attempt from President Trump to weaponize the Census for political gain and hurt marginalized communities. Everyone must count. Period."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 26, 2020
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Tweet - "Thanksgiving may look different this year in these challenging times, but I hope everyone finds a safe way to celebrate. Wishing everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "Mayor Dinkins dedicated his life to improving our great city He was given many difficult tasks and handled them with grace, dignity, a sense of justice & fairness He made history as our 1st Black mayor, and his vision of New York as the "Gorgeous Mosaic' continues to inspire us"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "New Yorker. Marine. Public Servant. Mayor David Dinkins dedicated his life to improving our great city. A giant of Harlem, he made history as our first Black mayor. His vision of New York as the "Gorgeous Mosaic' continues to inspire us. I'm praying for all who loved him."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 24, 2020
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Gillibrand Responds To The Passing Of Former NYC Mayor David Dinkins
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Nov. 23, 2020
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Following Udall, Heinrich Request, Federal Watchdog Releases Report Detailing Trump Administration's Efforts To Seize Private Land To Build Border Wall
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Nov. 19, 2020
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Tweet - "I'm proud I secured a commitment from the @Nationals to ensure new Major League affiliate for Rochester Red Wings to keep Red Wings "safe at home'. There's no doubt @RocRedWings will keep knocking it out of the park for fans throughout the Rochester Finger Lakes region."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 19, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General of the Dept. of Homeland Security, the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Hon. Tony Pham, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Dir. of the Dept. of Homeland Security, and the Hon. Eric Dreiband, Assistant Attorney General of the Dept. of Justice - Menendez, Booker Join Colleagues in Demanding Trump Admin. Halt Deportations of Victims of Medical Malpractice by ICE Doctor
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Rep. Tom Suozzi, ...
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| Nov. 19, 2020
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Velázquez Introduces Bill to Grant TPS Protections to Multiple Central American Countries Impacted by Eta, Iota
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez
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| Nov. 19, 2020
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Booker, Warren, Gillibrand Announce Comprehensive Bill to Address the History of Discrimination in Federal Agricultural Policy
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Nov. 19, 2020
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After personal intervention with MLB and Washington Nationals, Schumer secures commitment that Nationals will be choosing Rochester Red Wings as new Minor League affiliate team, ensuring high-level ball stays in Rochester
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 18, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - As Overdoses Spike Across New York State During COVID-19 Pandemic, Gillibrand Pushes For Robust Funding To Support Substance Use Disorder And Mental Health Care Services In Next Relief Package
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
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| Nov. 17, 2020
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Stefanik Helps House Pass Faster Act, Legislation She Cosponsored
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| Nov. 17, 2020
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Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Restricting Suspicious Opioid Shipments
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| Nov. 17, 2020
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Stefanik Helps House Pass Legislation Honoring Former Fort Drum Staff Sergeant Travis Atkins
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| Nov. 16, 2020
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Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, Chairman and CEO of Facebook, Inc. - Durbin, Colleagues Press Facebook To Take Immediate Action To Combat Anti-Muslim Bigotry On Its Platform
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Nov. 14, 2020
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Tweet - "Wishing a happy Diwali to everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights in New York, across America, and around the world, and Saal Mubarak to everyone ringing in the New Year!"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 13, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - Cortez Masto, Hirono, Klobuchar Lead Colleagues in Urging DHS to Increase Air Travel Safety and Support Tourism Industry and Workforce During COVID-19 Pandemic
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Nov. 13, 2020
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Tweet - "Congratulations to Kim Ng, the first woman to become a General Manager in the @MLB . Her time with the @Yankees and the @MLB makes New York so proud of her!"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 12, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader - Durbin, Duckworth Join Colleagues On Letter To McConnell To Support TPS Holders
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Nov. 12, 2020
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With future of Red Wings affiliation up in the air, Schumer makes personal call to MLB commissioner Manfred, urges MLB to keep high-level ball in Rochester & ensure a new top notch Major League affiliation immediately
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Schumer statement on the New York Mets' decision to keep the rumble ponies in Binghamton
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 11, 2020
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Letter to Rob Manfred, Commissioner of Major League Baseball - Senator steps up to the plate & hits a home run for Binghamton Rumble Ponies; following his relentless advocacy on behalf of the beloved Southern Tier team, Schumer announces, not only are the Mets keeping the Rumble Ponies in Bing, but the team will also remain class AA
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 10, 2020
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Chairman Nadler Statement on AG Barr Authorizing DOJ Probe of Election Fraud Without Credible Evidence
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| Nov. 10, 2020
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Chairman Nadler Statement on AG Barr Authorizing DOJ Probe of Election Fraud Without Credible Evidence
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| Nov. 10, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Jim Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Udall, Heinrich, Democratic Senators Urge Armed Services Leaders To Retain Bipartisan, Bicameral Measure To Rename Military Bases And Other Assets Honoring The Confederacy
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Nov. 10, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Durbin, Senators Call On DOJ To Stop Plans To Make Purdue Pharma A Public Benefit Corporation
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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| Nov. 8, 2020
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Tweet - "Rest in peace, Alex."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "The long dark night in America is over, and a new dawn is coming."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "The greatest economic crisis in 75 years. The greatest public health crisis in a century. The climate crisis. Worsening income inequality and racial injustice. The American people have placed their faith in Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to confront these challenges head-on."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 7, 2020
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Tweet - "History. The first woman to be Vice President. The first African American to be Vice President. The first Asian American to be Vice President. I'm so proud of my friend Kamala Harris!"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Nov. 2, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Christopher Wray, Dir. of the Federal Bureau of Investigation - Congressman Cohen Asks FBI Director to Investigate Efforts to Deny Voters the Right to a Free and Fair Election
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Rep. Gregory Meeks, ...
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| Oct. 31, 2020
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Tweet - "Sue Bird was born and raised in New York. It's where she started playing basketball. And today New York couldn't be more proud of @S10Bird and @mPinoe . Congratulations!"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 30, 2020
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Tweet - "Archie Spigner was a leader and pillar of Southeast Queens. He broke barriers, ably represented Queens communities, and delivered many improvements for area parks, health centers, senior services, schools. I will miss him dearly and extend my deepest condolences to his family."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 29, 2020
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CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE TAKES ACTION TO HELP REUNITE FAMILIES OF WARTIME HEROES
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Rep. Joe Morelle
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| Oct. 29, 2020
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Judiciary Committee Releases Report on Trump Administration Family Separation Policy
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| Oct. 28, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy, and Plans - Menendez, Castro, Torres Lead Bicameral Call For Accountability Following Trump Administration's Reckless Immigration Operation in Guatemala
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Rep. Adriano Espaillat, ...
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| Oct. 26, 2020
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Tweet - "A warming planet. Workers falling behind. Dark money flooding politics. The curtailing of the right to choose. The limiting of voting rights. Those are the consequences of this nomination. We will never not stop fighting for the health care, lives, and freedoms of Americans."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "Sen. Durbin took to the floor to demand action on --American Dream & Promise Act --SHIELD Act --Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act --Helping MOMS Act --Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act GOP objected so they can keep pushing their illegitimate process for Trump's nominee"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 24, 2020
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Tweet - "Sen Blumenthal demanded: --Enhanced Background Checks --Paycheck Fairness --Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal --Domestic Violence Survivor Protection --Veterans' Access to Child Care --Securing America's Federal Elections --Congressional Budget Justification Transparency GOP objected"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 23, 2020
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Letter to UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, H.E. Michelle Bachelet - Pressley, Tlaib, Ocasio-Cortez, Omar Lead Call for International Investigation Into Alleged DHS Human Rights Abuses
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
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| Oct. 22, 2020
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Tweet - "We don't insult immigrants to this country. We don't rip kids away from their parents. America stands up for immigrants. America stands up for human rights. Immigrants have made America what it is today."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 22, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Michael Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State, the Hon. Chad Wolf, Under Secretary of the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans, and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Senate Democrats Denounce Trump Administration's Historically Low Refugee Resettlement Goal and Push for Increased Admissions
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| Oct. 22, 2020
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Tonko Announces $7.8M Local Awards to Combat Substance Use Disorder
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Rep. Paul Tonko
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| Oct. 22, 2020
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Tweet - "The Justice in Policing Act passed the House almost four months ago. It is long past time to bring it to the Senate floor."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 21, 2020
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Tweet - "Republicans could never repeal a woman's right to choose in Congress, so they are rushing to confirm a Supreme Court justice who is a threat to Roe. A vote for Judge Barrett is a vote to curtail women's reproductive freedoms. We're fighting this. #WhatsAtStake"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 21, 2020
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Tweet - "This is horrific. These are kids. This is a moral outrage, a stain on the Trump administration. America stands up for immigrants. America stands up for human rights. This is not who we are. We are fighting for these kids and their families."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| Oct. 21, 2020
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Nadler, Lofgren, Feinstein, Durbin Statement Following Consultation with Trump Administration on Refugee Admissions
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Rep. Jerry Nadler, ...
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| Oct. 21, 2020
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Letter to Natalie Jaresko, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Financial Oversight and Management Board - Chair Grijalva Leads House Lawmaker Letter Calling for Investigation of Insider Trading by Puerto Rico Hedge Fund Creditors
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Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
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| Oct. 21, 2020
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Menendez, Schumer Applaud Library of Congress Decision to Recognize Armenian Genocide in Its Records
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Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
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