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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Feb 19, 2025

Following the recent LA fires, I am proposing $125 million in mortgage relief for homeowners who have been impacted by natural disasters since 2023 and are at risk of foreclosure.

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Feb 19, 2025

As survivors heal from the trauma of recent disasters, the threat of foreclosure should be the last thing on their minds.

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Mike Pence
@mikepence· Republican · IN· Feb 19, 2025

Ukraine did not ‘start’ this war. Russia launched an unprovoked and brutal invasion claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. The Road to Peace must be built on the Truth.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Feb 19, 2025

Mr. President, I want to thank my colleague from Vermont for his eloquent words just now, for his passion for his constituents and for all Americans and his understanding of the importance of healthcare to the people we all represent. I…

Congressional Record · 2025-02-19
Mike Pence
@mikepence· Republican · IN· Feb 19, 2025

I have real concerns about the direction of the Republican Party today.

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Doug Burgum
@dougburgum· Republican · ND· Feb 19, 2025

We've permitted some of the biggest injection wells in the U.S. without any risk to the environment.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Feb 19, 2025

Mr. President, I rise to follow my colleague from Connecticut to talk about the impending business before the Senate, the 2025 budget resolution. My colleague talked about this discussion and the Republican proposal as a scam. I am going…

Congressional Record · 2025-02-19
Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

While I am confident we will resolve this illegal strike, I am grateful for the thousands of correction officers and staff that are continuing to report for duty - I thank them for their continued service and for doing the right thing.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

These disruptive and unsanctioned work stoppages by some correction officers must end as they are jeopardizing the safety of their colleagues, the prison population, and causing undue fear for the residents in the surrounding communities.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I was deeply troubled by the accusations leveled at Mayor Eric Adams.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I recognize the immense responsibility I hold as governor and the constitutional powers granted to this office.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

After careful consideration, I have determined that I will not commence removal proceedings at this time.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

My strong belief is that the will of voters and ... the sanctity of democratic elections preclude me from any other action.

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Nikki Haley
@nikkihaley· Republican · SC· Feb 19, 2025

the president’s comments describing Zelenskyy as “a dictator” are “classic Russian talking points.”

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

The brutal attack on Mr. Brooks was sickening, and I immediately moved to terminate the employment of those involved.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Feb 19, 2025

I will not be signing an extradition order that came from the governor of Louisiana — not now, not ever.

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