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Alex Padilla
@alexpadilla· Democratic · CA· Sep 6, 2026

This is particularly disturbing at a time when our nation is at war with the Islamic Republic of Iran, which has reportedly engaged in sophisticated cybersecurity attacks, including on water infrastructure in the United States and nuclear…

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Alex Padilla
@alexpadilla· Democratic · CA· Sep 6, 2026

The Department’s failure to immediately pursue an appeal in support of the NFA calls into question statements you made to the United States Senate during your confirmation process and raises serious doubts about your willingness—and…

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Maria Cantwell
@mariacantwell· Democratic · WA· Sep 6, 2026

Since its adoption in 2001, the Roadless Rule has served as a cornerstone of public lands conservation, now protecting approximately 44 million acres of National Forest System lands across 37 states.

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Tommy Tuberville
@tommytuberville· Republican · AL· Sep 6, 2026

Combatting the mental health crisis for Alabama veterans has become the number one mission of U.S. Army Specialist Ashlie Combs of Rainbow City.

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Tommy Tuberville
@tommytuberville· Republican · AL· Sep 6, 2026

Many struggle silently and alone, which is why suicide has become a leading cause of death among our veterans.

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Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Sep 6, 2026

We’re proud to announce that this funding will help modernize the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry fleet and help make Virginia’s transit system better for our environment.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Sep 6, 2026

The Surry ferry has been carrying passengers and connecting communities across the James River for almost 50 years.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Sep 6, 2026

This is about making sure Tribal communities have the authority and resources they need to keep their languages and cultures strong for generations to come.

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Todd Young
@toddyoung· Republican · IN· Sep 6, 2026

By reauthorizing these programs, we help ensure America remains the world’s leader in developing and commercializing critical and emerging technologies.

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Joni Ernst
@joniernst· Republican · IA· Sep 6, 2026

From serving fresh sourdough and homemade meals to supporting local businesses, schools, and community events, Heidi and her team have proven they have the perfect recipe for success.

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Sep 6, 2026

“We must invest in special places like this so that researchers and scientists at Thunder Bay can continue their conservation and research efforts. That's why I've long worked to secure federal funding for the great work done here at…

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Ed Markey
@edmarkey· Democratic · MA· Sep 6, 2026

They deserve the stability of preserving their status, the dignity to live without fear, and the security of not being returned to danger.

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Sep 6, 2026

Local partnerships help us identify the priorities that matter most to our communities, and through those partnerships, Team Maryland works to deliver federal investments needed to move those projects forward – just like these across the…

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Chris Van Hollen
@chrisvanhollen· Democratic · MD· Sep 6, 2026

Marylanders have always played a central role in American history – from the Maryland 400 holding strong against the British Army in 1776, to Baltimore’s own Thurgood Marshall expanding justice under the law, to the countless scientists…

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Tammy Duckworth
@tammyduckworth· Democratic · IL· Sep 6, 2026

Your own plan says as much: 'Chronic use of overtime leads to fatigue, controller burnout and ultimately loss of retention.

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Cory Booker
@corybooker· Democratic · NJ· Sep 6, 2026

Democratic New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker, watching a version of that spectacle, called it 'counterfeit masculinity,' toughness performed to paper over the absence of the real thing, and the phrase has stuck with me because it is exactly…

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Markwayne Mullin
@markwaynemullin· Republican · OK· Sep 6, 2026

DHS and ICE will not be deterred by these partisan games.

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Markwayne Mullin
@markwaynemullin· Republican · OK· Sep 6, 2026

Because sanctuary politicians want to play politics from the bench, innocent Americans are in danger.

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Markwayne Mullin
@markwaynemullin· Republican · OK· Sep 6, 2026

This is now the SECOND time this dangerous illegal has been released back onto the streets in California.

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Markwayne Mullin
@markwaynemullin· Republican · OK· Sep 6, 2026

This radical activist judge has put American lives at risk by releasing a wanted murderer.

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Amy Klobuchar
@amyklobuchar· Democratic · MN· Sep 5, 2026

There are plenty of people that will bring things up that they’re worried about, and you talk to them about that.

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