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Tammy Duckworth

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Tammy Duckworth is a United States Senator from Illinois, serving since January 20, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented Illinois's 8th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2017. Duckworth is a veteran of the Iraq War, where she became the first female double amputee from the conflict, an experience that has shaped her advocacy for veterans and military families. She has been a strong proponent of healthcare reform, women's rights, and disability rights throughout her political career.

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Jun 3, 2026

Secretary Rubio wants to make even more budget cuts to our State Department and further undermine our diplomatic apparatus—the tools and professionals that are critical for not only preventing crises before they begin.

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Jun 2, 2026

No matter how much the Trump administration engages in semantic games to avoid oversight and accountability, the reality remains: overseas contingency operations in or around Iran are ongoing.

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Jun 2, 2026

It is vital that you demonstrate resolute leadership and integrity in adhering to the letter and spirit of the law, even if the Trump administration violated the law’s notification requirements.

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May 31, 2026

I’m proud to introduce the Corrections Officer Blake Schwarz Suicide Prevention Act alongside Congresswoman Miller-Meeks to help ensure no corrections officer faces mental health struggles alone.

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May 30, 2026

Decades after FDA’s initial approval of mifepristone and years after the in-person dispensing requirement was eliminated, the Fifth Circuit on an ‘emergency’ basis ordered FDA to re-impose this onerous nationwide restriction on all…

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May 30, 2026

Preserving evidence-based access to mifepristone, including when dispensed by mail or retail pharmacy, is necessary to mitigate the imminent harm facing members of the public.

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May 29, 2026

Memorial Day is a day to remember all those who answered the call not for themselves, not for their family members, but for democracy.

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May 28, 2026

Without a certified Flight Attendant positioned at every dual-aisle floor-level exit, passengers could be left vulnerable at precisely the moment they must rely on skilled, decisive guidance and rapid action from highly trained and…

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May 28, 2026

In the face of PRC aggression, the U.S. needs to stay focused and use all the tools at our disposal to push back in a way that’s sustainable in the long-term and doesn’t rely solely on our military to solve every problem.

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May 28, 2026

We need a complete overhaul of ICE and Border Patrol to ensure they follow the same rules and safeguards that apply to police departments across the country.

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May 27, 2026

But they will benefit, and their children and grandchildren will benefit from your sacrifice.

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May 27, 2026

And what we can do, those of us who survive, is to continue that commitment to our democracy.

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May 27, 2026

And when you lay down your life in that process, you are laying down your life for people who will never know your name, never know to thank you, never know that you did this.

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May 27, 2026

Because when you serve this nation, you’re stepping forward to defend our Constitution and our freedoms for the entire nation.

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May 27, 2026

I am so incredibly grateful for Deisy’s release and for her to be reunited with her family.

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May 27, 2026

This weekend is a somber reminder for our entire nation. Memorial Day is a day to remember all those who answered the call not for themselves, not for their family members, but for democracy.

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May 27, 2026

There is no higher betrayal to our heroes than to have one of their family members deported by the same nation they sacrificed to defend.

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May 27, 2026

The President may claim that hostilities with Iran have ended, but that’s plainly not the case.

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May 27, 2026

There is no scientific consensus that flavors provide a benefit to adults who want to quit using tobacco products, but there is clear data that proves flavored products draw in young people.

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May 27, 2026

I will never stop working to protect our Veterans and military families.

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May 27, 2026

I don’t think this is how we should be treating our patriotic career civilians.

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May 27, 2026

I was very concerned to hear in March that the Army was suddenly reassigning employees who manage our munitions and sustainment—in the middle of a war.

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May 27, 2026

Blake’s death is a tragic reminder of the immense emotional and mental strain our correctional officers face and the toll it can take on their well-being.

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May 27, 2026

The simple act of parenting a child is challenging enough on its own, but our country—especially under the Trump Administration—has made being a parent, particularly a mom, incredibly difficult.

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May 27, 2026

As our servicemembers hang up their uniform, they deserve comprehensive support in helping them transition back into civilian life.

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