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Chris Murphy
@chrismurphy· Democratic · CT· Jul 9, 2026

The administration’s latest attempts to dismantle the Department of Education through the four Interagency Agreements (IAA) announced June 16, 2026 are outrageous and put the educational outcomes of students and their rights in the…

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Jul 9, 2026

The District of Columbia deserves a fully functional justice system as is afforded to each of our states.

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Deb Fischer
@debfischer· NE· Jul 9, 2026

This crew did what no human has ever done, and their mission puts us one step closer to a sustained presence on the moon.

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Jul 9, 2026

The Medicare Cost Cap Act will create a $5,000 ceiling on out-of-pocket costs for people with Traditional Medicare.

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Jul 9, 2026

In the midst of a housing crisis, when homelessness is at a record high, HUD should not be implementing a rule change that would make it more difficult for vulnerable populations to seek assistance.

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Jul 9, 2026

While the administration claims this is an effort to 'defend women’s rights,' the reality is that it will target the entire LGBTQ+ community.

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Jul 9, 2026

This proposed rule actually directs HUD to ignore longstanding legal precedent prohibiting discrimination on the basis of both sexual orientation and gender identity.

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Jul 9, 2026

My message is clear: I will always work hand-in-hand with Taiwan and our other partners throughout the region to tackle our shared challenges, strengthen security and build a more prosperous future.

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Jul 9, 2026

No matter who sits in the Oval Office, Congress must have a steady vision for supporting Taiwan’s democracy and self-defense for the long haul.

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Jul 9, 2026

This rule would derail American innovation and competitiveness at the local and national levels, kill good-paying American jobs, drive up costs for families, and halt essential projects in local communities.

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Jul 9, 2026

The proposed changes solidify federal grant-making as an unprecedented partisan power-grab that eliminates transparency of how taxpayer dollars are spent.

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Elizabeth Warren
@elizabethwarren· Democratic · MA· Jul 9, 2026

Donald Trump's war with Iran has cost American lives, and jacked up prices on gas and groceries for millions across the globe.

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Mark Kelly
@markkelly· Democratic · AZ· Jul 9, 2026

It’s time for Graham Platner to drop out and allow for someone else to be nominated and give Democrats the best chance to win this seat in November.

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Jon Husted
@jonhusted· OH· Jul 9, 2026

Look, the Department of Homeland Security has identified that this was an illegal move to avoid the tariffs that these Chinese state-backed companies owe.

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Jon Husted
@jonhusted· OH· Jul 9, 2026

China has a strategy. They have state-subsidized business sectors, solar panels being one of them, in which they want to flood the global market, put everyone out of business, and then you're completely reliant on China for generation of…

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Bernie Sanders
@berniesanders· Independent · VT· Jul 9, 2026

Fighting for the working class of Maine is not something new for Troy.

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Kelly Ayotte
@kellyayotte· Republican · NH· Jul 8, 2026

As a proud product of New Hampshire public schools, I believe providing every child the opportunity and choice to attend a public school is important and necessary.

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Mike Braun
@mikebraun· Republican · IN· Jul 8, 2026

I want healthy utilities, and I want dependable generation. … Ratepayers, though, have got to be involved in that equation, not just given lip service.

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Dick Durbin
@dickdurbin· Democratic · IL· Jul 8, 2026

On a bipartisan and bicameral basis, Congress is prepared to help President Trump apply the necessary pressure on Putin to get him to the negotiating table and end the killing once and for all.

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 8, 2026

It is abundantly clear that Russia is not winning this war. … Putin is at his weakest position in years and real sustained pressure can finally bring this war to a close.

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