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Steny Hoyer
@stenyhoyer· Democratic · MD· Jun 19, 2026

Unfortunately, it appears he has chosen to surrender to the demands of Iran’s theocratic despots.

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Steny Hoyer
@stenyhoyer· Democratic · MD· Jun 19, 2026

President Trump made it clear that his war of choice in Iran would have to end in surrender.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

While today is a day to celebrate, it’s also a reminder that it should not take 18 years to build critical energy infrastructure in America.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

SunZia becoming fully operational is a milestone more than 18 years in the making and one that I’ve been fighting for since I first came to Congress.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

Don't fund litigation, do fund conservation, and try to have some transparency, so we make good investments in that conservation.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

The basin needs compromise, shared sacrifice, investment, and leadership, and it needs them now.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

Without a seven-state agreement, the consequences are clear: more litigation, unplanned water shortages, economic disruption, and heightened risk to communities least able to absorb it.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jun 19, 2026

The Colorado River is the backbone of water supply for millions of people, a cornerstone of Western agriculture and energy production, and a lifeline for tribal communities, fish, wildlife, and working landscapes across the basin in New…

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Marsha Blackburn
@marshablackburn· Republican · TN· Jun 19, 2026

“AI has opened the door for bad actors to produce explicit images quickly and cheaply to abuse or harass more victims, especially targeting young women,” said Senator Blackburn.

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jun 19, 2026

President Reagan understood peace is best preserved through unquestioned strength, and this legislation carries this legacy forward.

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jun 19, 2026

From modernizing the nuclear triad and advancing space and missile defense capabilities to improving quality of life for our military families, this bill ensures our armed forces remain the strongest and most capable in the world.

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Andy Kim
@andykim· Democratic · NJ· Jun 19, 2026

This legislation builds on essential bipartisan commitment to strengthen our export controls, safeguard America’s competitive edge, and keep our most advanced technology out of the hands of China and other adversaries.

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jun 19, 2026

Safeguarding American security and competitiveness starts here at home. The Bureau of Industry and Security is charged with the significant behind-the-scenes task of evaluating risks associated with foreign ownership of our most sensitive…

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Jun 19, 2026

No traveler should face barriers while traveling because of their disability,” said Senator Duckworth. “I hear so many frustrating stories from those who have experienced their wheelchair getting damaged, assistance being delayed and their…

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Tammy Baldwin
@tammybaldwin· Democratic · WI· Jun 19, 2026

“Every American deserves to be treated with dignity and feel safe when they are traveling, but for far too long, passengers with disabilities, including our veterans, have been left behind. I have heard firsthand from Wisconsinites who’ve…

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Tammy Baldwin
@tammybaldwin· Democratic · WI· Jun 19, 2026

We can’t allow President Trump to come between Americans and their constitutional right to vote.

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Tammy Baldwin
@tammybaldwin· Democratic · WI· Jun 19, 2026

Our democracy depends on Americans being able to show up to the ballot box and have their voices heard.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

Including the AFTER Act in the Senate Farm Bill would provide the necessary direction for federal agencies to move forward with developing retirement policies.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

Animals that are suitable for adoption or retirement should not be killed by our federal government.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

The Animal Freedom from Testing, Experimentation, and Research (AFTER) Act is simple: it makes retirement and adoption an option for healthy laboratory animals.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

In fiscal year 2024, the federal government experimented on approximately 40,000 regulated animals for research purposes across twelve federal agencies.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

As we celebrate this holiday, let us remember the obligation we all share to the pursuit of justice, equality, and opportunity for all Americans.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

Together, we can create a better, more inclusive future, one where we tackle disparities in healthcare, education, job opportunities and housing. And one where we protect the bedrock of our democracy: the fundamental right to vote.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jun 19, 2026

On Juneteenth National Independence Day, we commemorate the closing of one of our nation’s darkest and most painful chapters, and recommit ourselves to addressing the systemic inequalities and racial disparities that persist in our society.

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