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John Fetterman
@johnfetterman· Democratic · PA· Jul 11, 2026

Being an independent voice that works with the other side to deliver for Pennsylvanians might put me at odds with the party that I have stayed committed to and have no plans to leave – but I will continue to put the commonwealth and the…

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 11, 2026

We unequivocally assert that allowing fentanyl to go unseized creates an unconscionable risk to New Mexicans.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 11, 2026

We owe it to these workers to make sure they have the tools, training, and jobs they can build their families around and thrive.

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Alex Padilla
@alexpadilla· Democratic · CA· Jul 11, 2026

I will continue pushing to address the housing crisis facing California and the entire nation through comprehensive legislation like my Housing for All Act.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 10, 2026

A bipartisan group of legislators came together to fix it – to make housing more affordable and put home ownership within reach for more folks.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 10, 2026

The fastest and most affordable way to meet America’s growing energy demand is to build clean, homegrown energy. Instead, President Trump is blocking those projects, raising utility bills, and making it harder for families and businesses…

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jul 10, 2026

People are fed up with a Trump Administration defined by self-dealing and corruption that serves its members at the expense of hardworking Americans.

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Martin Heinrich
@martinheinrich· Democratic · NM· Jul 10, 2026

Families are already being squeezed by higher costs — and rather than finding ways to lower their bills, this administration is driving them even higher.

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Adam Schiff
@adamschiff· Democratic · CA· Jul 10, 2026

If prosecuting cases involving the risk of injuries or death to premature infants are not a priority enforcement matter, I have questions about what priorities the DOJ considers worthy of pursuing.

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Adam Schiff
@adamschiff· Democratic · CA· Jul 10, 2026

For such serious allegations, a DOJ dedicated to enforcing the law — regardless of the political affiliation of its Attorney General — would likely insist on criminal charges and a civil penalty, not simply a settlement that is a cost of…

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Tim Sheehy
@timsheehy· MT· Jul 10, 2026

The Artemis II mission demonstrated what Americans can achieve when we combine courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to exploration.

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John Fetterman
@johnfetterman· Democratic · PA· Jul 10, 2026

So, I don't know why you want to keep pushing these kinds of people.

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Ted Cruz
@tedcruz· Republican · TX· Jul 10, 2026

Unfortunately, I do think he has a real chance.

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Rand Paul
@randpaul· Republican · KY· Jul 10, 2026

My bill America's Children Act fixes the documented dreamer problem by prioritizing the children of legal immigrants for permanent status.

reason.com
Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jul 10, 2026

As the nation’s principal law enforcement and domestic intelligence agency, the FBI should direct its resources towards investigations that protect public safety and address urgent threats – not partisan political wild goose chases.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jul 10, 2026

Unlike those serious threats to the country, this fool’s errand of an 'investigation' will serve to erode trust in the FBI, the DOJ, and America’s elections.

warner.senate.gov
Tim Scott
@timscott· Republican · SC· Jul 10, 2026

Replacing structurally deficient bridges across nine counties will strengthen local economies, improve safety, and ensure our roads keep pace with South Carolina’s growth.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jul 10, 2026

I write to express great concern regarding reports that you are diverting critical Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) resources to re-investigate the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.

warner.senate.gov