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Gavin Newsom
@gavinnewsom· Democratic · CA· Jun 16, 2026

One by one, anyone who has challenged Donald Trump has ended up on his hit list and today, I proudly joined that list.

bbc.com
Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jun 16, 2026

If you can afford a $5m second home that sits empty most of the year, you can afford to contribute like every other New Yorker.

theguardian.com
John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Jun 16, 2026

The real issue is that we have something that we can enforce and that’s hard with Iran because they don’t honor any agreement.

dailymontanan.com
Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jun 16, 2026

It was great to meet with NASA Administrator Isaacman, Director Dyal, and employees to hear about the great work being done at Langley and how I can support the center in Congress.

warner.senate.gov
Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jun 16, 2026

Langley is critical to NASA’s mission, and it is my priority that we keep these instrumental jobs.

warner.senate.gov
Wes Moore
@wesmoore· Democratic · MD· Jun 16, 2026

This disaster declaration provides a vital financial safety net to keep our hardworking family farms operational so they can continue to feed Maryland families while putting food on their own tables.

marylandmatters.org
Brad Little
@bradlittle· Republican · ID· Jun 16, 2026

You’re always in a better negotiating position if you’ve got cash in the bank instead of issuing deficiency warrants.

idahocapitalsun.com
Abigail Spanberger
@abigailspanberger· Democratic · VA· Jun 16, 2026

I am excited to stand alongside Sen. Lashrecse Aird and Del. Paul Krizek to announce that we have agreed to a proposal that will create a safe, legal, and well-regulated cannabis market here in the commonwealth of Virginia, with…

virginiamercury.com
Jim Pillen
@jimpillen· Republican · NE· Jun 16, 2026

I am proud beyond words not only that this terrorist is now behind bars, but also that our Nebraska State Patrol provided significant support in the FBI-led operation that took him into custody.

nebraskaexaminer.com
Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jun 16, 2026

Reports that you demanded personal financial compensation from government contractors in exchange for favorable contract decisions, if true, indicate significant corruption and abuse of taxpayer dollars.

hassan.senate.gov
Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Jun 16, 2026

Today, a great new chapter in North Carolina’s storied history of flight is taking off.

ncnewsline.com
Rick Scott
@rickscott· Republican · FL· Jun 16, 2026

Fraud prevention isn’t just a financial issue; it’s a matter of national security and dignity for older Americans.

hassan.senate.gov
Brad Little
@bradlittle· Republican · ID· Jun 16, 2026

Wildfire is reality in life in the West. We cannot eliminate the threat, but we can be ready for it.

idahocapitalsun.com
Henry McMaster
@henrymcmaster· Republican · SC· Jun 16, 2026

The official choral anthem reflects the pride we share in our state from the Lowcountry to the Upstate.

scdailygazette.com
Jim Pillen
@jimpillen· Republican · NE· Jun 16, 2026

One of the key ringleaders of this planned attack was identified by the FBI right here in Nebraska.

nebraskaexaminer.com
Mike Kehoe
@mikekehoe· MO· Jun 16, 2026

We are a friend of public education, but it doesn’t have to be an either/or. There can be options out there for parents to choose from.

missouriindependent.com
Mikie Sherrill
@mikiesherrill· Democratic · NJ· Jun 16, 2026

New Jersey is excited to host the World Cup and welcome fans from across the globe, but no one should be allowed to exploit New Jersey fans or those coming to our state.

newjerseymonitor.com
Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jun 16, 2026

This commonsense approach, making routine healthcare visits to primary care physicians, mental health professionals, and substance use counselors more accessible and cheaper for all Americans, is the first step in supporting the longevity…

king.senate.gov