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Mazie K. Hirono
@maziekhirono· HI· Jul 16, 2026

It is clear to me your leadership will be a continuation of what we have seen so far at the Trump Department of Justice. You are more likely to be called the Department of Retribution and Corruption,

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Mazie K. Hirono
@maziekhirono· HI· Jul 16, 2026

Mr. Blanche, you see nothing wrong with the President treating DOJ as his own personal law firm to use against his perceived enemies and as a way of helping his friends,

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 16, 2026

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

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 16, 2026

His success in leadership roles at the SEC and DOJ is strong evidence of his ability to be an effective coordinator as the Director of National Intelligence.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 16, 2026

Jay is a consummate professional with a distinguished career in both the private and public sectors.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 16, 2026

We need to leave no stone unturned in the race to discover cures and treatments for cancer, diabetes, and dementia.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 16, 2026

The Homestake AI Act would take great strides to accelerate scientific research on diseases here in the United States.

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Todd Young
@toddyoung· Republican · IN· Jul 16, 2026

I am honored to receive the ‘Hero of Main Street’ award from the National Retail Federation for my efforts to promote and support Hoosier small businesses. I will continue to advocate for legislation important to Indiana’s retail sector.

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Joni Ernst
@joniernst· Republican · IA· Jul 16, 2026

I highlighted independent journalist Nick Shirley's investigation that exposed how Minnesota's notorious Quality Learing Center received $10 million tax dollars to provide child care despite having no children in attendance.

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Sheldon Whitehouse
@sheldonwhitehouse· Democratic · RI· Jul 16, 2026

The advancement of this significant package of legislation demonstrates a bipartisan commitment to maintaining and upgrading the nation’s water infrastructure.

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Shelley Moore Capito
@shelleymoorecapito· Republican · WV· Jul 16, 2026

WRDA 2026 is an incredible bipartisan achievement that will strengthen water resources infrastructure and increase access to clean and safe drinking water nationwide.

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Shelley Moore Capito
@shelleymoorecapito· Republican · WV· Jul 16, 2026

I am very pleased to share these wins that WRDA 2026 will deliver for our state, and I look forward to seeing the outcomes of this legislation in action.

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Shelley Moore Capito
@shelleymoorecapito· Republican · WV· Jul 16, 2026

This bipartisan legislation will have an incredible impact on West Virginia and our state’s water resources infrastructure.

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Joni Ernst
@joniernst· Republican · IA· Jul 16, 2026

“Reliable broadband is essential for Iowa families, farmers, students, and small businesses,” said Senator Ernst.

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Tammy Baldwin
@tammybaldwin· Democratic · WI· Jul 16, 2026

“Wisconsinites in every corner of our state depend on reliable, high-speed internet to run their businesses, attend school, manage their farms, and so much more,” said Senator Baldwin.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jul 16, 2026

This critical provision will support additional work for this key shipyard.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jul 16, 2026

With this bill signed into law, we help ensure that the Center’s dedicated staff can continue working to strengthen our fisheries and Great Lakes for future generations.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jul 16, 2026

The Great Lakes support a robust fishing industry that helps generate billions of dollars in economic activity across the region. It's essential that the Great Lakes Science Center continues to have the resources it needs to protect the…

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Jul 16, 2026

I applaud the courage of Dr. Chen’s family for making this difficult decision to go public.

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Jul 16, 2026

To be very clear, Dr. Chen has not been convicted of a crime.

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Jul 16, 2026

Improving our water infrastructure will bring down costs for families, prevent future wastewater emergencies, and better equip Massachusetts for the climate crisis,

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Jul 16, 2026

I’m proud to have the full support of the Senate in advancing this legislation, and I’ll continue working to make these programs a reality for the millions of caretakers in this country.

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Jul 16, 2026

The work of family caregivers is personal to me. When my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, my father cared for her in our home in Malden for thirteen years.

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