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Richard Blumenthal

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Richard Blumenthal is an American lawyer and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Connecticut since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal has focused on issues such as consumer protection, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure. He previously served as the Attorney General of Connecticut from 1991 to 2011, where he gained recognition for his advocacy on behalf of consumers and his efforts to hold corporations accountable. Blumenthal has been an active voice in the Senate, participating in various committees and addressing key national issues.

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Jul 18, 2026

Ukraine is at a critical crossroads — and we must meet this pivotal moment with a powerful sanctions bill. As Ukraine turns the tide on the battlefield, our Russia sanctions bill would be historically impactful in stopping Russia’s…

lankford.senate.gov
Jul 17, 2026

While hardworking American families are paying their fair share, many of the world’s most profitable corporations abuse tax havens to avoid paying the taxes they owe. This critical legislation ensures necessary transparency for consumers…

vanhollen.senate.gov
Jul 17, 2026

This bombshell is absolutely appalling — exactly the intolerable danger that we feared as a result of arrest quotas and inadequate training.

abcnews.com
Jul 17, 2026

I think we need to have more facts. Look into it. Republicans are rightly concerned about the possible breach of norms and improper access to email.

washingtonexaminer.com
Jul 16, 2026

Our measure cracks down on companies’ deceptive marketing of nitrous oxide.

wyden.senate.gov
Jul 15, 2026

The NDAA, in my view, has become a referendum on the Iran war.

cbsnews.com
Jul 15, 2026

We must ensure the federal government carries out its critical role in promoting accountability for proper care as well as for the billions of federal dollars going to assisted living facilities.

warren.senate.gov
Jul 15, 2026

Providing airport workers with fair compensation and protections is long overdue. Airlines have consolidated power and raked in profits while airport service workers struggle to make ends meet.

vanhollen.senate.gov
Jul 15, 2026

Passing this legislation right now would be a fitting tribute to Senator Graham's fierce support for Ukraine's freedom.

cbsnews.com
Jul 15, 2026

Airlines have consolidated power and raked in profits while airport service workers struggle to make ends meet.

vanhollen.senate.gov
Jul 14, 2026

At a time when the cost of living is at the forefront of everyone’s minds, these delivery app fees are nothing more than a greedy assault on consumers’ pocketbooks. As such, we encourage the Commission to proceed with this rulemaking and…

lujan.senate.gov
Jul 13, 2026

I hope that his legacy, at least in part, is that America has a vital role to play in defending democracy in Ukraine because it is in our self-interest to stop Putin before he attacks NATO nations.

npr.org
Jul 13, 2026

I disagreed profoundly and passionately with Senator Graham on many issues... But, you know, he believed in coming back and trying to get things done.

npr.org
Jul 13, 2026

My hope is very honestly that his Republican colleagues and some of my Democratic colleagues will see it as a fitting tribute to pass this legislation right now.

npr.org
Jul 7, 2026

Assisted living facilities provide care to millions of Americans. We must ensure the federal government carries out its critical role in promoting accountability for proper care as well as for the billions of federal dollars going to…

warren.senate.gov
Jul 7, 2026

Failure to produce the evidence and facts are part of a conspiracy to conceal the truth from the family and from the American public.

reason.com
Jul 6, 2026

part-time students have full-time costs.

ctmirror.org
Jul 6, 2026

will be one of the very top priorities.

ctmirror.org
Jul 6, 2026

yes, I think we get nine Republicans.

ctmirror.org
Jul 6, 2026

students lose and billionaires win.

ctmirror.org
Jul 6, 2026

inevitably lead students to drop out of school entirely.

ctmirror.org
Jul 3, 2026

His courage and faith are a lesson to all of us on this 250th national birthday.

ctmirror.org
Jul 3, 2026

I’ll support his efforts to gain permanent legal status and more.

ctmirror.org
Jul 3, 2026

Along with the draft rule, we are equally opposed to the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act because it codifies the same harmful reductions in benefits for veterans with tinnitus and sleep apnea benefits.

murphy.senate.gov
Jul 3, 2026

We will not greenlight hollow reforms.

ctmirror.org

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