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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.

foxnews.com
Mike Braun
@mikebraun· Republican · IN· Jul 9, 2026

It’s not going to cost us anything in the sense that we’ve got reserves that are there for that intended purpose.

indianacapitalchronicle.com
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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Mike Braun
@mikebraun· Republican · IN· Jul 9, 2026

When steel and concrete basically went up 50%, that means you’re getting a whole lot less now due to the inflation that’s still impacting it.

indianacapitalchronicle.com
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.

vanhollen.senate.gov
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.

vanhollen.senate.gov
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.

vanhollen.senate.gov
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.

vanhollen.senate.gov
Alex Padilla
@alexpadilla· Democratic · CA· Jul 9, 2026

For millions of Californians, a safer road can mean a shorter commute, a faster emergency response, or a more reliable evacuation route.

padilla.senate.gov
Kirsten Gillibrand
@kirstengillibrand· Democratic · NY· Jul 9, 2026

I am proud to have helped secure over $1.3 million in federal funding for this project through the HOME Program and the American Rescue Plan Act.

governor.ny.gov
Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 9, 2026

After years of local work this investment will help replace three aging bridges to keep communities safe and ensure the efficient transportation of goods and services across state lines.

cramer.senate.gov
Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 9, 2026

The Red River divides North Dakota and Minnesota, and the bridges joining them are essential to these rural sister communities.

cramer.senate.gov
Todd Young
@toddyoung· Republican · IN· Jul 9, 2026

But we have a plan to protect our ports and people, to build and launch a new fleet, manned by Americans mariners, flying the Stars and Stripes.

young.senate.gov
Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Jul 9, 2026

The 91st Missile Wing is at the heart of America’s nuclear deterrent, standing watch every day to keep our nation safe.

cramer.senate.gov
Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 9, 2026

I was pleased that following the declassification of his dogfight with Soviet planes, Captain Williams' Silver Star was upgraded to a Navy Cross after I met with then-Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro.

rounds.senate.gov