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Because when you serve this nation, you’re stepping forward to defend our Constitution and our freedoms for the entire nation.

This weekend is a somber reminder for our entire nation. Memorial Day is a day to remember all those who answered the call not for themselves, not for their family members, but for democracy.

Counterfeit goods undercut American businesses, threaten jobs, and endanger public safety.

Families across America are struggling with ever-increasing energy prices.

No one should fear for their lives or suffer political imprisonment for standing up for democracy and freedom.

Administrative subpoenas should not be weaponized by the whims of whoever sits in the Oval Office to spy on Americans.

During public health emergencies we know that pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding moms are uniquely vulnerable and at increased risk for adverse maternal health outcomes.

Our family is overwhelmed and overjoyed by the amazing amount of support being offered by common, ordinary people who our father's life has come into contact with.

the issue is our right to vote in this democracy and in this country. For many of us, that has never been a big question. We registered. We vote regularly. We show our identification. We get our ballots, do our civic responsibility, push…

if you follow the U.S. Senate priority agenda, you are realizing at this moment in time, we are in the midst of a national emergency--a national emergency. What would you guess that would be? The war in Iran? Well, certainly, when it cost…

I rise today to honor Urbana councilwoman, proud dog mom to Riley and now to Bronzely, and my good friend, Chaundra Bishop. For 7 years, Chaundra served Urbana with determination and heart, fighting tirelessly for reforms to local policing…

I rise today to remember the 10 lives stolen, the 3 people injured, and the survivors of the hateful mass shooting in Buffalo 4 years ago. I remember their lives, but I also urge Congress to actually do something meaningful to honor them…

I rise today to celebrate a victory for Illinois farmers. This week, I was proud to vote for the bipartisan Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, which will allow for the sale of E15 ethanol fuel year-round. Expanding access to…

What should we say to angry men in robes? What are we going to say to men in robes who are angry about the outcome of the Civil War? What are we going to say to men in robes who are angry about Reconstruction-era amendments to our…

I was proud in 2008 during the financial crisis facing this country to join a majority of Senators in creating the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. This Bureau has been a watchdog for consumers ever since. Congress took steps to…

like many families across America, mine was touched by the disease of cancer when I was a young man. At the age of 14, my father died of lung cancer. I was 14; he was 53. Seeing my dad struggle changed my life. I made it a priority during…

I rise in support of H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, as amended. As a lead Democrat on this bill, I have been proud to work with Congressman Adrian Smith on this issue. We both understand, like many other…

I rise today to honor Felicia Davis Blakley for her service to community, her commitment to women and families, and her fierce leadership. A self-described girl from the South Side, Felicia has worked at the intersection of public policy…