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Jeanne Shaheen
@jeanneshaheen· Democratic · NH· Jun 12, 2026

The United States cannot afford to look away from the threat that Tuberculosis poses to Americans’ health and global health security.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jun 12, 2026

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our state and our economy, but President Trump’s tariffs are making it much harder for our smallest businesses in particular to stay afloat.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 12, 2026

Our SAFEGUARD Veterans Act would close loopholes, strengthen enforcement, and better protect veterans so they can access the benefits they deserve without being exploited by bad actors.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 12, 2026

I’m pleased the Senate has passed this bipartisan legislation to extend the RCHD, and I’ll continue working to ensure rural hospitals in Maine and across the country have the resources they need to serve their communities.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 12, 2026

The Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Reauthorization Act will strengthen access to care in underserved areas while giving hospitals greater financial stability.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 12, 2026

But after the party-line passage of the Big Beautiful Bill last year resulted in shuttered hospitals and limited access to care, America’s rural health care providers are fighting to keep their lights on and communities healthy.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 12, 2026

In many rural communities, the local hospital is more than a health care provider—it’s a source of good-paying jobs, and often the difference between receiving care close to home or driving hours to get critical medical care.

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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 12, 2026

General Matter announced a $1.5 billion investment in Paducah. This company will change our nation’s energy economy in profound ways and bring modern nuclear power to our state.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Jun 12, 2026

AI, without appropriate human oversight, could lead you to commit an egregious mistake.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Jun 12, 2026

The one thing the president cares about is his own popularity.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Jun 12, 2026

Whether it was a mistake in targeting or intentional targeting, this is not a minor matter.

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Mark Warner
@markwarner· Democratic · VA· Jun 12, 2026

That said, let me be clear – while I am glad to see the president finally come to his senses, before the Senate can take up a FISA extension there needs to be a clear guarantee that Mr. Pulte will not serve as acting DNI

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Kay Ivey
@kayivey· Republican · AL· Jun 12, 2026

While I am disappointed the Supreme Court did not allow the state to proceed with Lee's chosen method of execution, I remain committed to ensuring that justice is ultimately served for his victims.

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Brian Kemp
@briankemp· Republican · GA· Jun 11, 2026

Gov. Brian Kemp has committed to supply whatever resources are necessary to ensure public safety on the system for the next few weeks, including National Guard troops if requested.

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Kay Ivey
@kayivey· Republican · AL· Jun 11, 2026

I am disappointed in the ruling, but I am committed to ensuring that justice is ultimately served for (Lee’s) victims.

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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 11, 2026

That’s my job, to stand in between those bullies and these individuals that have these very serious conditions that are saying ‘just give me something that isn’t addictive, that isn’t opioids, and that can help me.’

kentuckylantern.com
Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 11, 2026

The pressure that they put on counties and cities, saying that they might take some of their projects away from them in the budget, is probably the reason they withdrew.

kentuckylantern.com
Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 11, 2026

If you’re a city or county, you shouldn’t be threatened by your legislature. It’s really unfortunate, because Kentucky families are the ones that pay the price for those political games, and the prices are going to continue.

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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 11, 2026

These are extraordinary measures, and we’ll see if the General Assembly means what they said, that I have flexibility, or if it was just meant to shift blame for the cuts they know they were making.

kentuckylantern.com
Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jun 11, 2026

Under this plan, we may be able to blunt about half of the devastating cuts from the General Assembly.

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Janet Mills
@janetmills· Democratic · ME· Jun 11, 2026

Students socializing together, instead of endlessly scrolling alone. Building a strong community, instead of basing their self-esteem on social media. Spending time on learning, not struggling to let go of an addictive phone.

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Greg Gianforte
@greggianforte· Republican · MT· Jun 11, 2026

This final decision is a victory for the rule of law and the generations of Montanans who have stewarded our lands with care.

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