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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jul 10, 2026

“Our SAFEGUARD Veterans Act would close loopholes, strengthen enforcement, and better protect veterans so they can access the benefits they deserve without being exploited by bad actors.”

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

This bill expands a partisan slush fund for ICE, allows the President to continue his extravagant golden ballroom project, and paves the way for the President to roll out his $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded giveaway to January 6…

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Todd Young
@toddyoung· Republican · IN· Jul 10, 2026

“Quantum technologies promise to dramatically transform every industry and sector of our economy and revolutionize our technological capabilities.

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Kelly Ayotte
@kellyayotte· Republican · NH· Jul 10, 2026

I think you can expect that in my next biennial budget, we’re going to have expansion of those opportunities as it relates not only to child care but other workforce areas I think we can expand.

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

This federal funding will make critical upgrades at California’s airports. These major investments will create more jobs in communities across the Golden State.

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 10, 2026

There’s zero chance of that happening for very good reasons.

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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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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 10, 2026

I regret that more of my colleagues who also oppose eliminating the filibuster refuse to say it publicly.

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Kelly Ayotte
@kellyayotte· Republican · NH· Jul 10, 2026

We need more childcare, so we’re going to have to [continue] to think creatively to make sure that whatever we’re doing that is working, that we do more of it.

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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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Bernie Sanders
@berniesanders· Independent · VT· Jul 10, 2026

Congress must demand that the UAE cease its military support for the RSF and work with the international community and the Sudanese people to bring an end to this horrific conflict.

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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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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 10, 2026

I also congratulate Col. Burrell as he takes command of the 5th Bomb Wing.

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 10, 2026

The men and women of this wing are responsible for one of the most critical missions in our national defense.

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Shelley Moore Capito
@shelleymoorecapito· Republican · WV· Jul 10, 2026

Both the improvements to the Eugene A. Carter Bridge in Kanawha County and the construction of Corridor H in Hardy County play key roles in the present and future connectivity of our state.

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Shelley Moore Capito
@shelleymoorecapito· Republican · WV· Jul 10, 2026

Do I have your commitment to work with the Office of Surface Mining, state regulators, including the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, and the mining industry on a path forward that allows ESA consultations to take…

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Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 10, 2026

He’s led what I believe to be the most important bomber wing in the world with professionalism, steady leadership, and a real commitment to the mission.

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

Unlike manual inspection, NII enables CBP to detect fentanyl and other contraband hidden inside cars, trucks, trailers, and cargo containers, while also allowing lawful travel and trade to continue with minimal disruption.

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