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Henry McMaster
@henrymcmaster· Republican · SC· Sep 7, 2026

“Fortified Solar’s expansion is a testament to the growth opportunities available to manufacturers in our state. We are proud to see the company creating over 151 new jobs and continuing to invest in the Upstate.”

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Josh Green
@joshgreen· Democratic · HI· Sep 7, 2026

We are taking Hurricane Lowell extremely seriously and preparing now, before conditions deteriorate.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Sep 7, 2026

We stand united around the basic principle that Americans with disabilities are full members of our communities and should not be forced into segregation to receive the services and support they need.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Sep 7, 2026

In closing, I offer my strong endorsement for Mr. Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence.

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Michelle Lujan Grisham
@michellelujangrisham· Democratic · NM· Sep 7, 2026

While the White House wastes time coloring on maps, Nuevo México is busy doing the work.

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Michelle Lujan Grisham
@michellelujangrisham· Democratic · NM· Sep 7, 2026

Under Democratic leadership here in New Mexico, we’re providing families with free childcare and college, protecting access to health care and investing in housing.

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Mike DeWine
@mikedewine· Republican · OH· Sep 7, 2026

Violence or the threat of violence at political or public events is always unacceptable.

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Michelle Lujan Grisham
@michellelujangrisham· Democratic · NM· Sep 6, 2026

The state’s name isn’t up for debate — it’s been ours since before the United States existed. What is up for debate? Who’s showing up for working families.

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Josh Shapiro
@joshshapiro· Democratic · PA· Sep 6, 2026

It is clear to me that there are real concerns in the communities all across Pennsylvania, especially here in Archbald. And I want you to know that I have real concerns as well.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Sep 6, 2026

Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta Platforms, Inc. that was announced today and will enforce sweeping new safety reforms to protect American children on…

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Sep 6, 2026

We’re proud to announce that this funding will help modernize the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry fleet and help make Virginia’s transit system better for our environment.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Sep 6, 2026

The Surry ferry has been carrying passengers and connecting communities across the James River for almost 50 years.

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Doug Burgum
@dougburgum· Republican · ND· Sep 6, 2026

The U.S. will have the most spectacular and beautiful arch of them all!

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Abigail Spanberger
@abigailspanberger· Democratic · VA· Sep 5, 2026

While preserving the enrolled bill’s focus on allowing public employees to achieve collective bargaining, my amendments would have also provided additional flexibility for public employers to take into account existing local budget…

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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Sep 5, 2026

It’s just an extraordinary moment in world history, in American history, in the history between our two nations, and so we have to be repairers of the breach, and we have to call that out.

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Bill Lee
@billlee· Republican · TN· Sep 5, 2026

Tennessee has a really good chance at being one of two states in the running for the facility.

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Josh Green
@joshgreen· Democratic · HI· Sep 5, 2026

Our state is still recovering from Lala, and we are not waiting for another storm to get close before preparing.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Sep 5, 2026

September 11 is a day when Americans remember not only the tremendous loss our country experienced, but also the extraordinary sense of unity and service that followed.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Sep 5, 2026

We simply cannot risk reversing the progress this country has made in ensuring Americans with disabilities have meaningful choices about where and how they live their lives.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Sep 5, 2026

Reversing the clock on long-held rights for people with disabilities is absolutely the wrong thing for this administration to be prioritizing.

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Sep 5, 2026

We can’t predict the next weather event, but we can prepare for it,” said Governor Josh Stein. "Personal preparedness makes response and recovery possible, so don’t wait for the next event to get ready. Start working on building your kit…

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Sep 5, 2026

If this investigation finds that ICE agents’ misconduct caused Mr. Mejía Hernandez’ injuries or impeded his medical treatment, they must face consequences.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Sep 5, 2026

It is unfortunate that the Trump Administration has abandoned its responsibilities to hold federal agents under their command accountable, leaving state and local jurisdictions to do the job the Administration refuses to do to maintain law…

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