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Lisa Blunt Rochester

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Lisa Blunt Rochester is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Delaware's at-large congressional district since January 3, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, she is the first woman and the first person of color to hold this position in Delaware. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development, advocating for policies that support working families and promote social justice.

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Aug 7, 2026

Students come to the classroom with varying backgrounds and abilities, but they each deserve to pursue an education with peace of mind.

hirono.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

All U.S. military services are encouraged to collaborate with local communities for infrastructure and development, except for the U.S. Coast Guard. It’s an oversight that slows modernization efforts and makes it harder for the Coast Guard…

murphy.senate.gov
Aug 6, 2026

I'm proud to stand with Senator Hirono and my colleagues to push back against President Trump's attempts to dismantle the Department of Education, and I'll continue fighting to put our students' well-being and success first.

hirono.senate.gov
Jul 23, 2026

The Trump Administration’s attempt to uproot Haitian TPS holders and send them back to a country in complete chaos is as cruel as it is harmful to our communities. TPS was created to give people fleeing unrest in their home countries a…

markey.senate.gov
Jun 30, 2026

Last year, the Trump administration made devastating cuts to America’s food assistance programs, making it harder for families across the country to put food on the table.

lujan.senate.gov
Jun 30, 2026

Americans spend their entire working lives paying into Medicare but those with Traditional Medicare are the only group not protected from financial ruin.

lujan.senate.gov
Jun 25, 2026

54 years ago, Title IX was enacted to ensure students can pursue an education free from discrimination. Now as modern challenges continue to arise, its principles feel even more important.

hirono.senate.gov
Jun 21, 2026

Today, it is on us to be strong for them in their time of pain and grief. Our hearts are with the families of the victims and the Wilmington Hospital community.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 20, 2026

Today, our hearts break for Wilmington. A gunman turned what should be a place of healing and hope into a place of terror.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 20, 2026

Americans are struggling with rising prices across the board while reliable domestic manufacturing jobs are moving overseas.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 20, 2026

We have to address gun violence. We cannot become numb to this.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 19, 2026

Our doctors, nurses, and support staff are the best of Delaware. They hold us together in our darkest hours.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 18, 2026

As we wait for further information, I'm praying for our community and grateful for the swift and ongoing law enforcement response.

cbsnews.com
Jun 18, 2026

I am proud to partner with my colleagues to introduce the Make More in America Act, which will reduce our dependence on global supply chains, create new jobs, and lower costs for communities in Delaware and across the nation.

coons.senate.gov
Jun 18, 2026

The extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for the Haitian community was rooted in an undeniable humanitarian crisis that required acknowledgment and increased protection.

markey.senate.gov
Jun 13, 2026

I’m proud to lead the bipartisan African American Civil Rights Network Reauthorization Act alongside Senator Scott, Congressman Clyburn, and Congressman Carey to continue preserving our nation’s history and honor the Americans who led an…

scott.senate.gov
Jun 6, 2026

"As a mother and grandmother, I know first-hand the joys and challenges that motherhood brings," said Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester.

schakowsky.house.gov
May 27, 2026

Women across America are bearing the brunt of wealth inequality, discrimination in the workplace, and stifled professional advancement – and the Trump administration’s harmful policies are making things worse.

hirono.senate.gov
May 27, 2026

As a mother and grandmother, I know first-hand the joys and challenges that motherhood brings.

schakowsky.house.gov
May 27, 2026

TPS was created to give people fleeing unrest in their home countries a safe place to call home, born out of the American spirit of welcoming immigrants seeking a better life.

markey.senate.gov
May 13, 2026

Tariffs, a war, and a golden ballroom. We are in the middle of an economic crisis in America, but instead of working with us to help bring down costs, this administration weakened the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, gutting…

govinfo.gov
May 12, 2026

Mr. President, according to Secretary Kennedy, the Trump administration is committed to building the most compassionate Department of Health and Human Services in the history of the United States.

congress.gov
Jan 28, 2026

I rise today in disbelief of where we are as a country. I will tell you, in listening to the speeches that came before me--such powerful words--I thought to myself, What can I actually contribute to this moment? As a matter of fact, when…

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Jan 6, 2026

Today is January 6, 2026. We are 6 days into what will surely be a defining year for our Nation. We will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country. We will hold midterm elections. Americans will determine the control…

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