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Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "We're working through some judicial nominations in the Senate this week. I'm proud that we've worked efficiently to confirm some extremely qualified judges -- including confirming more public defenders in Biden's first year than the first years of the last 4 presidents combined." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Hinson Calls for Federal Offices to Operate at Full Capacity Rep. Rob Wittman, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Congressman Don Beyer: "Abortion Access Is Key to Economic Freedom" Rep. Donald Beyer
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "This didn't just happen -- it's a result of the incredible investment we made in our economy when we passed the American Rescue Plan." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Cline Urges Federal Agencies Return to Timely Constituent Services Rep. Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Congressman Griffith's Weekly E-newsletter 1.28.22 Rep. Howard Griffith
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "On the two-year anniversary of Virginia ratifying the ERA, I'm calling on my colleagues to pass bipartisan legislation to extend the time frame to ratify it. We can't let an arbitrary deadline stop the progress we've made towards this amendment." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Kaine Statement on Justice Stephen Breyer's Retirement Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Ahead of Nuclear Posture Review Release, Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Garamendi, Beyer Lead Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reduce U.S. Reliance on Nuclear Weapons Rep. Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Unemployment in Virginia fell to 3.2% yesterday -- another drop and a clear sign of the economic recovery that was made possible by our American Rescue Plan last year. I'll keep voting for policies that get Virginians back to work." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer's Plans to Retire Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "I'm very grateful to Justice Breyer for his nearly 30 years of service on SCOTUS. His distinguished career serves as a model for all who seek to strengthen democracy. I trust @POTUS will carefully select a replacement, and I look forward to closely reviewing their qualifications." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 25, 2022 Statement From The Office of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Congressman Biggs Demands Biden Administration to Stop Tracking Religious Exemptions from COVID-19 Vaccine Rep. Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - DAVIS, BOST URGE NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER TO FULLY REOPEN TO IN-PERSON STAFFING Rep. Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Our COVID response needs to factor in the needs of ALL communities -- that's why I'm glad the Chickahominy Eastern Division and the Nansemond Indian Nation are receiving over $2 million to support their public health responses." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to the United States Conference of Mayors - Feinstein, Thompson, 39 Members of Congress Call on Conference of Mayors to Ban Ghost Guns Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Statement of Senate Intel Chair Warner on Anomalous Health Incidents AHIs, aka "Havana Syndrome" Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: for decades, reauthorizing the Voting Rights Act was a bipartisan priority. It should be now, too. I'm calling on my colleagues to stop the obstruction and get it done." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "This Monday, I got a chance to meet with and volunteer alongside some resettled Afghan refugees, @USAmbUN , and @LIRSorg . In my role on the Intel Committee and personally, it's important to me to support all the resettlement efforts across Virginia." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate has failed to do its duty and pass even basic voting rights legislation -- including a law that passed unanimously in 2006. I remain committed to fighting for the most foundational American right and preserving our democracy." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "When I first got to the Senate, I thought you had to talk to filibuster a bill. But that's not the case. You can do it without even appearing on the Senate floor. It's time to make anyone who opposes voting rights legislation explain why on the floor." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Election Day should be a holiday. The Freedom to Vote Act would make that happen. Let's get it done." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Kaine Statement on Vote on Senate Rules Reform to Pass Voting Rights Legislation Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators Baldwin, Brown Applaud President for Distributing Free N95 Masks to Americans; Urge President, Federal Officials to Prioritize Purchase and Distribution of Made In America Masks Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
Jan. 18, 2022 Kaine Statement on Senate Beginning Voting Rights Debate Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm extremely disappointed in FEMA's decision to deny Individual Assistance to the Hurley community. I will continue to explore ways my office can help the citizens of Buchanan County recover from this natural disaster and mitigate the impact of future significant weather events." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I'm honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., an incomparable advocate for racial, social, and economic justice. This week, I'll be honoring his memory with action by voting for the reauthorization of a law he championed -- the Voting Rights Act." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 13, 2022 Beyer Statement on H.R. 5746, the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act Rep. Donald Beyer
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Republican presidents Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and both Bushes all proudly signed reauthorizations to the Voting Rights Act into law. This is a bipartisan priority. I am urging my colleagues to recognize that, stop the obstruction, and reauthorize the VRA." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Voting rights can't wait. It's time to change the Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Folks, let's be clear. Reauthorizing the Voting Rights Act isn't controversial or partisan -- it was done by huge bipartisan majorities five times. In 2006, it passed the Senate 98-0 and was signed into law by Pres. Bush. It's time to stop the obstruction and get it done." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on the Effort to Protect Voting Rights Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Several states have passed laws that give power to partisan operatives to overturn elections. That's blatantly anti-democratic. It's time to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - ""The leaders of the world -- adversaries and allies alike -- are watching to see if we can meet this moment." Appreciated the words of @POTUS this afternoon. The time to act to preserve our democracy is now." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Kaine Pushes for Voting Rights Reform as "Good for Democracy" Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's important to me to address the issues affecting every corner of our Commonwealth -- that's why I'm working with @TimKaine and @RepMGriffith on this issue." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 10, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Padilla Urges Biden Administration to Take Additional Action to Expand Access to COVID-19 Rapid Testing Rep. Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: we cannot prioritize the rights of the Senate minority over the rights of minority voters. It's time to change the filibuster so we can protect the right to vote for all Americans." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - ""Without immediate action, we are at genuine risk of civil conflict and losing our precious democracy." Appreciate this from former President Carter -- the time to preserve our democracy is now." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Warner on One-Year Anniversary of January 6 Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Kaine Delivers Floor Speech Urging Swift Passage of Voting Rights Legislation Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - "It's time to change the Senate rules so the filibuster can't be abused to continue blocking vital voting rights legislation." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - U.S. Senators Baldwin, Smith, Kaine Press Biden Administration to Ensure Easy Access to COVID-19 Rapid Tests Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
Jan. 6, 2022 Beyer Statement On January 6th Anniversary Rep. Donald Beyer
Jan. 6, 2022 Kaine Honors Heroic Virginia Officers, Pushes for Voting Rights Legislation on the Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 6, 2022 SCOTT STATEMENT ON ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF JANUARY 6TH ATTACK ON THE U.S. CAPITOL Rep. Bobby Scott
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "A year later I'm thinking back on this moment, shortly before the protests turned violent. I hope we never forget the horrible incidents of Jan. 6 -- a reminder that above all else, we must fight to preserve democracy and the peaceful transfer of power." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "I still remember being in the Senate on Jan. 6 and hearing the sound of windows breaking and the roar of the unruly mob. The Capitol Police, Virginia National Guard, and other law enforcement made tremendous sacrifices that day -- our democracy is safe because of them." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Our work investigating the insurrection and supporting law enforcement continues -- yesterday I joined a hearing about how the Capitol Police has been able to strengthen their intelligence & defense capacities. I'm going to stay on top of this & continue to support their efforts." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Jan. 6 was just one of many insidious attacks on democracy last year. Efforts to make it harder to vote or even give partisan operatives the ability to overturn elections continue to become law in many states. We must take federal action and pass a voting rights law." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the insurrection -- an important reminder that our democracy needs protection. In the year since, I've been working to ensure accountability, strengthen support for Capitol Police, and continue to speak up about the harm caused by Big Lie." Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 5, 2022 Kaine Statement Ahead of January 6 Anniversary Sen. Tim Kaine
Jan. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Happy New Year! There's a lot to get done this year, and I'm hoping the Senate starts it off by changing the rules around the filibuster for voting rights legislation." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 30, 2021 Tweet - "There's a lot we need to get done next year. But I'm grateful for some of our accomplishments this year: more mental health support for servicemembers, $9B in stimulus checks, $7.7B for VA roads & bridges, and billions invested in broadband. Let's keep going." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 29, 2021 Tweet - "It's critical that our courts are representative of the American people. I'm proud of the efficiency with which we've confirmed judges this year, and excited to see what this incredibly qualified class will bring to the bench." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Some of my favorite moments this year have been times when I've been getting to travel around the Commonwealth and talk to Virginians. Here's to meeting more of you in 2022." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Incredibly proud of the work our casework team has accomplished this year -- it's important to me that Virginians get the help they need navigating federal bureaucracy." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, Inc. - Approaching the Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection, Brown, Klobuchar, Colleagues Press Meta About Failure to Address Election-Related Misinformation and Disinformation Sen. Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 22, 2021 Tweet - "$10,647,903.09 = total amount of $$$ my office secured for Virginians this year through direct assistance with agencies like the IRS, VA, and SSA. If you're having problems with a federal agency, our caseworkers might be able to assist you, too." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 21, 2021 Tweet - "On Friday, we finished out our year of confirming a tremendous amount of highly-qualified federal judges -- 3 sit in Virginia, 70% are people of color, and 80% are women. I know they will all make incredible contributions to the federal bench." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Last week, the USDA announced VA school meal programs will get $34.6 million to help ease some of the strain the supply chain, and $4.4 million will go directly to helping VA schools get locally sourced foods in cafeterias. That's a win for students and local suppliers." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 20, 2021 SCOTT STATEMENT ON NEXT STEPS FOR BUILD BACK BETTER AGENDA Rep. Bobby Scott
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Here's some of what we got done this week: Announced more grants to expand broadband 939K VA families received the CTC Passed the defense bill, bringing military funding to VA Advocated for a voting rights law Passed a bill to condemn genocide against Uyghurs" Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Folks: if we made an exception to the filibuster for the debt ceiling, then why can't we do the same for voting rights legislation?" Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "By unanimously passing this bill, Congress has taken a strong stand against forced labor and genocide perpetrated by the PRC against Uyghurs & other ethnic minorities. This bill, which I cosponsored, ensures the U.S. is not complicit in President Xi's human rights abuses." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Folks, let me put it plainly: the restrictions on voting rights and the efforts to put elections into the hands of partisan operatives are outright attacks on American democracy. We must act on voting rights legislation now." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Chairman Menendez Leads Senator Markey and Other SFRC Dems in Introducing the Department of State Inclusivity Act Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Frankly, my patience is running out. Big social media companies keep making excuses, but we need real accountability and regulation -- that's why I'm advocating for the SAFE TECH act and the DETOUR Act." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 GRIFFITH OPPOSES DEBT LIMIT INCREASE Rep. Howard Griffith
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "My friend @SenatorWarnock is correct -- our democracy is in danger and we absolutely must act to save it. I support changing the rules around the filibuster for voting rights legislation to get it done." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Thanks for all the birthday wishes! Frankly, the only gift I want is for the Senate to pass voting rights legislation before the end of the year. Let's get it done." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Virginia is leading the nation on bipartisan cooperation, closing the digital divide, and protecting voting rights. It's the honor of a lifetime to get to work for Virginians." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "We're the only industrial nation that treats the debt ceiling this way… we spend the money and then say we may not pay the bill. That's no way to run a country -- we avoided crisis with this vote, but we need to overhaul this process." Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 10, 2021 Tweet - "There's a lot to get done before the end of the year, but it's worth celebrating some of what we've accomplished, too: At least $8 billion for VA transit/rail Historic action to cut child poverty with the CTC At least $100 million to expand VA broadband" Sen. Mark Warner
Date Title Politician
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "We're working through some judicial nominations in the Senate this week. I'm proud that we've worked efficiently to confirm some extremely qualified judges -- including confirming more public defenders in Biden's first year than the first years of the last 4 presidents combined." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Hinson Calls for Federal Offices to Operate at Full Capacity Rep.Rob Wittman, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Congressman Don Beyer: "Abortion Access Is Key to Economic Freedom" Rep.Donald Beyer
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "This didn't just happen -- it's a result of the incredible investment we made in our economy when we passed the American Rescue Plan." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Cline Urges Federal Agencies Return to Timely Constituent Services Rep.Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Congressman Griffith's Weekly E-newsletter 1.28.22 Rep.Howard Griffith
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "On the two-year anniversary of Virginia ratifying the ERA, I'm calling on my colleagues to pass bipartisan legislation to extend the time frame to ratify it. We can't let an arbitrary deadline stop the progress we've made towards this amendment." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Kaine Statement on Justice Stephen Breyer's Retirement Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Ahead of Nuclear Posture Review Release, Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Garamendi, Beyer Lead Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reduce U.S. Reliance on Nuclear Weapons Rep.Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Unemployment in Virginia fell to 3.2% yesterday -- another drop and a clear sign of the economic recovery that was made possible by our American Rescue Plan last year. I'll keep voting for policies that get Virginians back to work." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer's Plans to Retire Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "I'm very grateful to Justice Breyer for his nearly 30 years of service on SCOTUS. His distinguished career serves as a model for all who seek to strengthen democracy. I trust @POTUS will carefully select a replacement, and I look forward to closely reviewing their qualifications." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 25, 2022 Statement From The Office of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Congressman Biggs Demands Biden Administration to Stop Tracking Religious Exemptions from COVID-19 Vaccine Rep.Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. David Ferriero, Archivist of the United States - DAVIS, BOST URGE NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER TO FULLY REOPEN TO IN-PERSON STAFFING Rep.Ben Cline, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Our COVID response needs to factor in the needs of ALL communities -- that's why I'm glad the Chickahominy Eastern Division and the Nansemond Indian Nation are receiving over $2 million to support their public health responses." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to the United States Conference of Mayors - Feinstein, Thompson, 39 Members of Congress Call on Conference of Mayors to Ban Ghost Guns Rep.Bobby Scott, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Statement of Senate Intel Chair Warner on Anomalous Health Incidents AHIs, aka "Havana Syndrome" Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: for decades, reauthorizing the Voting Rights Act was a bipartisan priority. It should be now, too. I'm calling on my colleagues to stop the obstruction and get it done." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "This Monday, I got a chance to meet with and volunteer alongside some resettled Afghan refugees, @USAmbUN , and @LIRSorg . In my role on the Intel Committee and personally, it's important to me to support all the resettlement efforts across Virginia." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate has failed to do its duty and pass even basic voting rights legislation -- including a law that passed unanimously in 2006. I remain committed to fighting for the most foundational American right and preserving our democracy." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "When I first got to the Senate, I thought you had to talk to filibuster a bill. But that's not the case. You can do it without even appearing on the Senate floor. It's time to make anyone who opposes voting rights legislation explain why on the floor." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Election Day should be a holiday. The Freedom to Vote Act would make that happen. Let's get it done." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 19, 2022 Kaine Statement on Vote on Senate Rules Reform to Pass Voting Rights Legislation Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators Baldwin, Brown Applaud President for Distributing Free N95 Masks to Americans; Urge President, Federal Officials to Prioritize Purchase and Distribution of Made In America Masks Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
Jan. 18, 2022 Kaine Statement on Senate Beginning Voting Rights Debate Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm extremely disappointed in FEMA's decision to deny Individual Assistance to the Hurley community. I will continue to explore ways my office can help the citizens of Buchanan County recover from this natural disaster and mitigate the impact of future significant weather events." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today, I'm honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., an incomparable advocate for racial, social, and economic justice. This week, I'll be honoring his memory with action by voting for the reauthorization of a law he championed -- the Voting Rights Act." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 13, 2022 Beyer Statement on H.R. 5746, the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act Rep.Donald Beyer
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Republican presidents Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and both Bushes all proudly signed reauthorizations to the Voting Rights Act into law. This is a bipartisan priority. I am urging my colleagues to recognize that, stop the obstruction, and reauthorize the VRA." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Voting rights can't wait. It's time to change the Senate rules to pass voting rights legislation." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Folks, let's be clear. Reauthorizing the Voting Rights Act isn't controversial or partisan -- it was done by huge bipartisan majorities five times. In 2006, it passed the Senate 98-0 and was signed into law by Pres. Bush. It's time to stop the obstruction and get it done." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Statement of U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner on the Effort to Protect Voting Rights Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Several states have passed laws that give power to partisan operatives to overturn elections. That's blatantly anti-democratic. It's time to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - ""The leaders of the world -- adversaries and allies alike -- are watching to see if we can meet this moment." Appreciated the words of @POTUS this afternoon. The time to act to preserve our democracy is now." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 11, 2022 Kaine Pushes for Voting Rights Reform as "Good for Democracy" Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's important to me to address the issues affecting every corner of our Commonwealth -- that's why I'm working with @TimKaine and @RepMGriffith on this issue." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 10, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Padilla Urges Biden Administration to Take Additional Action to Expand Access to COVID-19 Rapid Testing Rep.Donald Beyer, ...
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: we cannot prioritize the rights of the Senate minority over the rights of minority voters. It's time to change the filibuster so we can protect the right to vote for all Americans." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - ""Without immediate action, we are at genuine risk of civil conflict and losing our precious democracy." Appreciate this from former President Carter -- the time to preserve our democracy is now." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Warner on One-Year Anniversary of January 6 Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Kaine Delivers Floor Speech Urging Swift Passage of Voting Rights Legislation Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 7, 2022 Tweet - "It's time to change the Senate rules so the filibuster can't be abused to continue blocking vital voting rights legislation." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services - U.S. Senators Baldwin, Smith, Kaine Press Biden Administration to Ensure Easy Access to COVID-19 Rapid Tests Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
Jan. 6, 2022 Beyer Statement On January 6th Anniversary Rep.Donald Beyer
Jan. 6, 2022 Kaine Honors Heroic Virginia Officers, Pushes for Voting Rights Legislation on the Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 6, 2022 SCOTT STATEMENT ON ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF JANUARY 6TH ATTACK ON THE U.S. CAPITOL Rep.Bobby Scott
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "A year later I'm thinking back on this moment, shortly before the protests turned violent. I hope we never forget the horrible incidents of Jan. 6 -- a reminder that above all else, we must fight to preserve democracy and the peaceful transfer of power." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "I still remember being in the Senate on Jan. 6 and hearing the sound of windows breaking and the roar of the unruly mob. The Capitol Police, Virginia National Guard, and other law enforcement made tremendous sacrifices that day -- our democracy is safe because of them." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Our work investigating the insurrection and supporting law enforcement continues -- yesterday I joined a hearing about how the Capitol Police has been able to strengthen their intelligence & defense capacities. I'm going to stay on top of this & continue to support their efforts." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Jan. 6 was just one of many insidious attacks on democracy last year. Efforts to make it harder to vote or even give partisan operatives the ability to overturn elections continue to become law in many states. We must take federal action and pass a voting rights law." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the insurrection -- an important reminder that our democracy needs protection. In the year since, I've been working to ensure accountability, strengthen support for Capitol Police, and continue to speak up about the harm caused by Big Lie." Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 5, 2022 Kaine Statement Ahead of January 6 Anniversary Sen.Tim Kaine
Jan. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Happy New Year! There's a lot to get done this year, and I'm hoping the Senate starts it off by changing the rules around the filibuster for voting rights legislation." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 30, 2021 Tweet - "There's a lot we need to get done next year. But I'm grateful for some of our accomplishments this year: more mental health support for servicemembers, $9B in stimulus checks, $7.7B for VA roads & bridges, and billions invested in broadband. Let's keep going." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 29, 2021 Tweet - "It's critical that our courts are representative of the American people. I'm proud of the efficiency with which we've confirmed judges this year, and excited to see what this incredibly qualified class will bring to the bench." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 28, 2021 Tweet - "Some of my favorite moments this year have been times when I've been getting to travel around the Commonwealth and talk to Virginians. Here's to meeting more of you in 2022." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 24, 2021 Tweet - "Incredibly proud of the work our casework team has accomplished this year -- it's important to me that Virginians get the help they need navigating federal bureaucracy." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 22, 2021 Letter to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, Inc. - Approaching the Anniversary of January 6th Insurrection, Brown, Klobuchar, Colleagues Press Meta About Failure to Address Election-Related Misinformation and Disinformation Sen.Mark Warner, ...
Dec. 22, 2021 Tweet - "$10,647,903.09 = total amount of $$$ my office secured for Virginians this year through direct assistance with agencies like the IRS, VA, and SSA. If you're having problems with a federal agency, our caseworkers might be able to assist you, too." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 21, 2021 Tweet - "On Friday, we finished out our year of confirming a tremendous amount of highly-qualified federal judges -- 3 sit in Virginia, 70% are people of color, and 80% are women. I know they will all make incredible contributions to the federal bench." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 20, 2021 Tweet - "Last week, the USDA announced VA school meal programs will get $34.6 million to help ease some of the strain the supply chain, and $4.4 million will go directly to helping VA schools get locally sourced foods in cafeterias. That's a win for students and local suppliers." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 20, 2021 SCOTT STATEMENT ON NEXT STEPS FOR BUILD BACK BETTER AGENDA Rep.Bobby Scott
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Here's some of what we got done this week: Announced more grants to expand broadband 939K VA families received the CTC Passed the defense bill, bringing military funding to VA Advocated for a voting rights law Passed a bill to condemn genocide against Uyghurs" Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021 Tweet - "Folks: if we made an exception to the filibuster for the debt ceiling, then why can't we do the same for voting rights legislation?" Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "By unanimously passing this bill, Congress has taken a strong stand against forced labor and genocide perpetrated by the PRC against Uyghurs & other ethnic minorities. This bill, which I cosponsored, ensures the U.S. is not complicit in President Xi's human rights abuses." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Folks, let me put it plainly: the restrictions on voting rights and the efforts to put elections into the hands of partisan operatives are outright attacks on American democracy. We must act on voting rights legislation now." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021 Chairman Menendez Leads Senator Markey and Other SFRC Dems in Introducing the Department of State Inclusivity Act Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Frankly, my patience is running out. Big social media companies keep making excuses, but we need real accountability and regulation -- that's why I'm advocating for the SAFE TECH act and the DETOUR Act." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 GRIFFITH OPPOSES DEBT LIMIT INCREASE Rep.Howard Griffith
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "My friend @SenatorWarnock is correct -- our democracy is in danger and we absolutely must act to save it. I support changing the rules around the filibuster for voting rights legislation to get it done." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Thanks for all the birthday wishes! Frankly, the only gift I want is for the Senate to pass voting rights legislation before the end of the year. Let's get it done." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "Virginia is leading the nation on bipartisan cooperation, closing the digital divide, and protecting voting rights. It's the honor of a lifetime to get to work for Virginians." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "We're the only industrial nation that treats the debt ceiling this way… we spend the money and then say we may not pay the bill. That's no way to run a country -- we avoided crisis with this vote, but we need to overhaul this process." Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 10, 2021 Tweet - "There's a lot to get done before the end of the year, but it's worth celebrating some of what we've accomplished, too: At least $8 billion for VA transit/rail Historic action to cut child poverty with the CTC At least $100 million to expand VA broadband" Sen.Mark Warner
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