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Tim Kaine

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Tim Kaine is a United States Senator from Virginia, serving since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the position of Governor of Virginia from January 14, 2006, to January 16, 2010. Kaine has been an advocate for various issues including education, healthcare, and military engagement, emphasizing the importance of Congress's role in declaring war and authorizing military force. He also served as the Chair of the Democratic National Committee, contributing to the party's strategy and outreach efforts during his tenure.

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  1. (Data centers are a) global phenomenon, and being a leader in this important area is good for America’s national security and for Virginia’s economy.3 sources2026wisconsinexaminer.com
  2. For nearly a century, Social Security has been a lifeline that allows Americans to retire with dignity.3 sources2026durbin.senate.gov
  3. Everyone deserves the same opportunity to pursue higher education if they choose.2 sources2026young.senate.gov
  4. The Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District is one of Virginia’s great historical treasures, preserving the Valley’s Civil War battlefields so that Americans from across the country can visit them and reflect on our country’s history.2 sources2026capito.senate.gov
  5. If you require them to pay fully up front and then get a rebate sometime down the road, you really jeopardize their operations.2 sources2026arkansasadvocate.com
  6. I think we’ve really tried to grapple with the two big issues.2 sources2026arkansasadvocate.com
Aug 28, 2026

The violence committed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank is reaching an unprecedented level, and as a result more and more Americans and Palestinians are being killed and injured. These actions – and the Israeli government’s lack of…

vanhollen.senate.gov
Aug 25, 2026

Commodity prices have been sort of flat. All the input prices are going up, export markets are shutting down.

virginiamercury.com
Aug 25, 2026

The trade war with one of America’s longest-standing allies makes zero sense to me.

virginiamercury.com
Aug 23, 2026

I’ll keep working to protect our roadless areas, which support outdoor recreation, tourism, and local economic growth in communities across the country.

virginiamercury.com
Aug 23, 2026

I strongly oppose the Trump-Vance Administration’s rollback of this rule, which would open the door to more development and increased logging in our national forests.

virginiamercury.com
Aug 22, 2026

We can and must do more about the alarming spike in anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation that we’ve seen among young people across the country over the last 15 years.

hassan.senate.gov
Aug 21, 2026

The Ortega-Murillo regime’s consolidation of authoritarian power, widespread corruption, human rights abuses, crackdown on civil society, and targeting of religious institutions threaten the stability of Central America.

cruz.senate.gov
Aug 19, 2026

His threat to waste even more of our dwindling weapons on Oman — a country the United States has a strong diplomatic relationship and a free trade agreement with — makes real adversaries like China and Russia rub their hands with glee.

rollcall.com
Aug 15, 2026

We’re thrilled that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver major investments to Virginia, improving our transportation infrastructure, boosting our Commonwealth’s economy, and creating good-paying jobs.

warner.senate.gov
Aug 15, 2026

Reliable passenger rail plays a critical role in connecting Virginians to their jobs, families, and communities, while also giving travelers more options to get where they need to go.

warner.senate.gov
Aug 8, 2026

It’s already law that most noncitizens are not eligible for public benefits. Yet the Trump-Vance Administration, hellbent on terrorizing immigrants, is now trying to hurt their U.S. citizen children and family members.

hirono.senate.gov
Aug 8, 2026

Many Virginians want to age with dignity in their homes, where they can remain connected with their family, friends, and community.

lujan.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

We don’t have to imagine the negative consequences this policy will have on the health and well-being of our communities, because when President Trump previously instituted a similar policy, it led to widespread avoidance of medical care…

hirono.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

The encirclement and systematic crippling of resources in el-Obeid increasingly parallels el-Fasher.

npr.org
Aug 7, 2026

While we welcome the State Department's expression of concern about the escalating situation in el-Obeid, words are not enough.

npr.org
Aug 6, 2026

Unfortunately, there’s still far too much work to be done to combat sexual assault and domestic violence against women. As lawmakers, we have a responsibility to stand with survivors, ensure they have access to the support and resources…

warner.senate.gov
Aug 5, 2026

If you require them to pay fully up front and then get a rebate sometime down the road, you really jeopardize their operations.

arkansasadvocate.com
Aug 4, 2026

In other words, a careful review of the available evidence suggests that the United States has killed individuals who are not involved in narcotrafficking.

foxnews.com
Aug 4, 2026

to halt this illegal, costly and ineffective operation.

foxnews.com
Jul 31, 2026

The Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District is one of Virginia’s great historical treasures, preserving the Valley’s Civil War battlefields so that Americans from across the country can visit them and reflect on our…

capito.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

I’m thrilled that United Airlines is making a significant investment to accelerate improvements at Dulles Airport.

warner.senate.gov
Jul 31, 2026

“We’re glad that the Senate advanced our bipartisan, bicameral legislation to help pave the way for a new road in and out of Wintergreen and improve safety.

warner.senate.gov

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