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Gary Charles Peters is an American politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Michigan since January 6, 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, Peters previously represented Michigan's 14th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 2013, to January 6, 2015. Throughout his career, he has focused on issues such as economic development, healthcare, and education reform. Peters has been an advocate for bipartisan cooperation in Congress, emphasizing the need for compromise among lawmakers to address pressing national issues.
Vehicle suppliers in Michigan are working to develop some of the most advanced vehicle components and technologies available today. Unfortunately, existing law is delaying the testing needed to get these innovative systems in our cars and…
This report details alarming shortcuts taken by the Department of Defense, ICE and the contractor that led to inhumane conditions, inadequate medical care, and multiple deaths that could have been prevented.
That’s why I have pushed to keep Chinese vehicles and vehicle technologies out of the United States, and why I want to hear from our witnesses today about protecting Americans’ data from exploitation by our adversaries as well as here at…
Every year, 40,000 Americans die on our highways, and nearly 1,000 die on our railways. These aren’t just numbers, they are families that will never be whole again. We must take action, and we know that technology is certainly part of the…
For years, I have said that Congress cannot continue to stand on the sidelines when it comes to these AVs. I believe we must pass a federal AV framework to harness the safety benefits of this technology, ensure that it is deployed…
I have long advocated for harnessing technological innovation to combat the challenges we face in the transportation sector, from unsafe roads to harmful environmental impacts to freight and infrastructure challenges that raise prices for…
The federal government has a responsibility to provide appropriate care and safe conditions for people in its custody – but this is just the latest disturbing example of troubling conditions across numerous ICE facilities.
That's why I'm proud to see this bipartisan bill pass the Senate. This commonsense bill will help to protect our kids by ensuring contaminated formula doesn't reach the shelves in the first place, and prevent another nationwide shortage…
As lawyers, we know we must abide by a judge’s ruling or a court order, even if we intend to appeal it, and not attack their integrity or their impartiality just because we disagree.
After years working as both a federal prosecutor and criminal attorney helping to defend our national security, Michael Martin has the experience and integrity necessary to serve on the federal bench.
We face big challenges, and they will require big solutions. Our democracy is at its best when we work together.
As public policy experts, I know you will continue to be active citizens in our democratic republic.
No matter where or how you choose to serve, you all have the skills and talent needed to build coalitions, to effect change, and to make a big impact on the complex issues we face today.
As new graduates, I know you will also continue to seek out ways to stay actively involved in your community. And remember, all politics are local.
Because right now we live in a highly polarized and hyper partisan environment. Today, all you have to do is turn on the news, and you’ll be hit by list of the challenges facing public officials.
“I’m confident that all of you here today will go on to successful careers in public service and we desperately need your skills, your talent, and your knowledge,” said Senator Peters.
As someone who has walked in your shoes and sat in the same seats as you, I know how hard you worked and how many sacrifices you have made to reach this milestone today. Law school is not easy for anyone who dares to pursue it.
As lawyers, we must be willing to forcefully defend judicial independence at all times. As lawyers, we know we must abide by a judge’s ruling or a court order, even if we intend to appeal it, and not attack their integrity or their…
“Our founders certainly expected there would be vigorous political debate in a free society, but they were concerned political factions, if unchecked, could tear the republic apart, especially during periods of hyper polarization. This is…
“Our country’s founders enshrined in that document the core idea that in the new nation they were creating, no one is above the law, everyone is equal under the law, and everyone is required to follow the law. But without you – attorneys…
I don’t think there’s any other President since the establishment of FEMA that has chosen to actually punish American citizens that have survived a flood or a wildfire because of their home state’s governor or senators’ political…
The Gordie Howe International Bridge has been in the works for decades now. This bridge that has been built was paid for by our Canadian neighbors, but they used American steel and union labor, and it’s actually going to be a critical…
That’s why I’m proud the Senate has once again passed this bipartisan resolution that recognizes motorcyclists and brings awareness to safe roadway practices for riders and motorists.
To be clear, in our country, the voters choose their leaders. Leaders do not have the power to choose their voters.
I am proud of the important work underway at Selfridge, and I look forward to the Center’s continued advancements in research and technological innovation that will strengthen our national security for generations to come.
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