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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 24, 2025

Well, Mr. President, yesterday, 51 Republican Senators voted to advance one of the most erratic, unqualified, and unfit Cabinet nominees we have ever seen in modern times. Pete Hegseth is possibly just a few hours away from becoming the…

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Jerry Nadler
@jerrynadler· Democratic · NY· Jan 23, 2025

I strongly oppose this legislation, which is not rooted in medical realities. Physicians do not abort babies after birth, period. Healthcare providers have always been legally required to provide appropriate care. Patients and providers…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 23, 2025

today, the Senate will hold votes on two pivotal Cabinet nominees. First, we will vote to advance the nomination of John Ratcliffe to serve as CIA Director. I will respectfully vote no, not because of our political difference, which, of…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 23, 2025

if there was one word--one word--that should never, ever describe a Secretary of Defense, it is ``erratic,'' but that is the one word that describes Mr. Hegseth best. Advancing a Secretary of Defense is one of the most important votes…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

on January 8, Dr. Nancy Leftenant-Colon, one of the original Tuskegee Airmen, and the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps after its desegregation, passed away at the age of 104 in Amityville, NY. Known affectionately by…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

well, Donald Trump made a lot of promises on what he would get done on day one. Well, today is day three of Donald Trump's Presidency. Nothing Donald Trump has done will help lower grocery prices. Nothing Donald Trump has done will lower…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

first, I want to thank Senator Murray, a great champion of women's health, for adding her eloquence and expertise to the debate. When it comes to the issue of choice, women's rights, women's health, there is no greater spokesperson than…

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

Why on earth is the president already spending so much time focused on the past … instead of focused on costs, and jobs, and improving health care for the American people?

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

I ask unanimous consent that after I speak, Senator Murray speak, and then the Senator from Oklahoma. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Recognition of the Minority Leader The Democratic leader is recognized. Trump Administration

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Mike Lawler
@mikelawler· Republican · NY· Jan 22, 2025

Today, I rise to celebrate an extraordinary milestone in the life of Alfred ``Al'' Magnatta, who will turn 100 years old on January 27. Al's legacy is one of unwavering dedication and service to his country and community, a true embodiment…

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Joe Morelle
@joemorelle· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

Protection of the rights of the minority, regardless of which party holds the gavel, has been a fundamental principle in the House since its inception.

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Joe Morelle
@joemorelle· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

We will continue working to make the legislative branch more cost effective and efficient.

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Joe Morelle
@joemorelle· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to ensure a successful and productive 119th Congress.

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Joe Morelle
@joemorelle· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

I am proud of what we have been able to accomplish as a Committee; however, our work is far from over.

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Joe Morelle
@joemorelle· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

I largely support the resolutions contained within the en bloc package as drafted, and I will urge my colleagues on our side to do the same.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
@alexandriaocasiocortez· Democratic · NY· Jan 22, 2025

When a private prison camp opens in your town and they say they didn't know this was going to happen, know that they did and that they voted for it. When a Dreamer has disappeared from your classroom and when the President of the United…

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