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- JH
It's great to see the federal government finally follow Colorado's lead on cannabis reform. Now let's release and expunge records for those charged with federal marijuana crimes, support small cannabis businesses, and prepare for full legalization. apnews.com/article/medi...
link:https://apnews.com/article/medical-marijuana-rescheduling-justice-department-trump-cannabis-1d6722d3aae122b1a91f8e4b6c690268?taid=69ea0eed34a71c00018a76b5&utm_campaign=TrueAnthem&utm_medium=AP&utm_source=Twitter
- PW
Democrats had very simple asks for ICE reforms: No more masks, enforced code of conduct, end mass targeting. Republicans refused. Instead of negotiating, they started the process of jamming through $70 billion in ICE funding without a single Democratic vote. I voted no.
- PW
It's Day 55 of Trump's reckless war with Iran. People in this country can't afford health care. They can't afford housing. They can't afford gas. Every day that Trump refuses to end this war costs billions of dollars that working families in the U.S. need.
- MH
Chaco Canyon is a living, cultural landscape and it is worth protecting.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/ajaAEHtpk3E
- CH
Yesterday, journalist Amal Khalil was struck by an IDF airstrike while she was reporting in southern Lebanon. As rescuers tried to save her life, they were fired upon. Khalil is the 9th journalist killed by Israeli strikes in Lebanon this year. [1/2]
link:https://apnews.com/article/lebanese-journalist-amal-khalil-killed-israel-airstrike-14cabe8f773f59450b1ac47e7706d0e6
- AK
Today, I spoke to UsAgainstAlzheimer’s about the importance of investing in medical research that creates real breakthroughs. I know first-hand how important this is as I watched my father who dedicated his life to curing Alzheimer's become afflicted with the disease himself.
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- JH
Democrats voted to lower costs. Republicans blocked it to fund ICE.
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- AA
Each encounter I've had with Secretary Kennedy is more disturbing than the last. Yet again, during yesterday's hearing, he had trouble admitting the truth. When you tell a lie enough times, you begin to believe it yourself.
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- PW
This week, Senator Marsha Blackburn and I hosted a roundtable with over 20 artists and the Recording Academy to discuss protecting creators from harmful impacts of AI. We also highlighted our bipartisan bills that makes sure credit and compensation go to artists.
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- PW
Public defenders uphold our nation’s promise that everyone, no matter their income, can access legal services. That’s why I’m urging my colleagues to fully fund the federal public defenders program in the next budget. https://bit.ly/42oAnOT
- MK
Childcare costs are crushing families around the country. The average family spends more on childcare than rent, but Trump just walked away from his promise to fix it and told states to raise taxes instead. There’s always money for what Trump wants, but not for helping you.
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- ES
We have to figure out a new way forward. I am interested in new ideas because the old way of doing things wasn’t working.
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- CH
Last year, Trump & Republicans cut Medicaid & the ACA by $1 TRILLION under the guise of "fighting fraud." Yet Trump has issued 15 pardons to healthcare execs & others who defrauded $2 BILLION from taxpayers. Kicking millions off their care while actual fraudsters get off free.
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- EW
Republicans voted not once, not twice, but FIVE TIMES to continue Trump’s war with Iran. The American people won’t forget that.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/3iM2dz59U7o?feature=share
- MC
If we put AI in charge of deciding health care instead of doctors, we’re going to have some real problems. www.spokesman.com/stories/2026...
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- EM
American small businesses and families are feeling real pain from Trump’s affordability crisis. I’m demanding transparency from this administration on the economic impact of Trump’s illegal war on Iran.
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- PM
The "woke" research grants RFK Jr. cut at NIH? Millions of dollars to research maternal health, vaccines, Alzheimer's, and cancer. How is researching cancer woke? No one voted for this.
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- JH
The president calls affordability a hoax. Over 90% of Americans call it a crisis. Trump’s tariffs, health care cuts, and unwanted war have created a cost-of-living emergency. Across this country, working families are struggling to make ends meet. We won't stop fighting for you.
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- CH
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is ready for launch! Once operational it will help us see further into the depths of our universe than ever before. This revolutionary telescope was assembled by the team at NASA Goddard, right here in MD, ahead of schedule & under budget.
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- JR
Buying a home is out of reach for far too many Nevadans, and it doesn’t have to be this way. I’m working to address the housing crisis by making it easier to build more housing that families can afford and cracking down on bad actor corporate investors who buy up housing and jack up costs.
- MB
Yesterday I got RFK Jr. to publicly admit that vaccines are safe and vital to protecting children’s health. This new-found position comes after years of anti-vaccine rhetoric.
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- EM
Iranians residing in the U.S. who can't return home safely must be protected—not forcibly removed. Trump’s war and Iran's already dire human rights crisis make it unsafe for Iranians abroad to go home. The admin must shield Iranians in our communities and pause deportations while the war continues.
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- RD
Thank you to everyone who joined me and @duckworth.senate.gov for constituent coffee today. This is one of my favorite traditions in the Senate, and I am grateful to all who took the time out of their day to come visit us.
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- CC
There are plenty of nations impacted by Trump's war in Iran who we're closer to than the UAE, and plenty of countries who've been hit harder. So why—other than massive financial ties to Trump's family businesses—are we considering using your tax dollars to bail out the Emiratis?
- KG
Americans will be paying for Trump’s Iran chaos at the gas pump for months. He's driving up prices and jeopardizing our national security.
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- AA
Early this morning, Republicans used their Senate majority to force through a budget bill that gives $70 billion to ICE. Instead of focusing on lowering costs, they’re pouring taxpayer dollars into an agency that has brutalized, dehumanized, and killed Americans in our streets.
- ES
This President has repeatedly kicked our allies in the teeth and cozied up to our adversaries. This has real consequences for states like Michigan, especially when it comes to our relationship with Canada.
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- JS
It's great to see New Hampshire's own Cove Fine Jewelry be selected by America250 to debut a limited-edition collection honoring our nation's 250th anniversary. NH has a deep-seated history in the story of American democracy, and I know Alyson and her team will make us proud!
- SW
Poodle Patel writes the stuff himself.
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- CB
This merger is far from a done deal—federal and international regulators still need to sign off, state attorneys general have to review, and those of us in the Senate who want to protect Americans from the crush of corporate consolidation will continue to press for answers.
link:https://www.booker.senate.gov/news/press/booker-statement-on-paramount_-skydance/-warner-bros-discovery-merger-shareholder-vote
- RW
The NSA and FBI have been spying on you without a warrant using section 702 of FISA for decades. Trump wants Congress to renew the law. Here are concrete examples of how this law has been abused – across administrations – and why Congress shouldn't rubber-stamp it.
- KG
It is simple: Trump got us into another forever war and cut taxes for billionaires and his cronies. Democrats are focused on lowering prices for American families. Voters know it.
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- PM
When people stand up and use their voice to protect the right to abortion, they win. Glad the people of Idaho are working to stop Republican politicians from controlling women and to protect the right to essential reproductive health care.
link:https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/apr/19/abortion-on-the-ballot-in-idaho-organizers-are-con/
- BL
Gas prices in New Mexico are up 35% since the start of Trump’s illegal war with Iran. That’s nearly $4 a gallon. Hardworking families did not ask for this war, and they certainly did not vote for fuel prices to skyrocket.
link:https://www.americanprogress.org/article/state-by-state-increases-in-gas-prices-since-trumps-war-on-iran/
- MH
I've gotten more information from Ikea instructions than USDA has put out on its planned U.S. Forest Service reorganization. That's a problem.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/ukINk4i30uI
- RD
In the middle of the night, Senate Republicans voted to give ICE billions to continue the President’s mass deportation campaign. When families are struggling to afford gas, groceries, & more, Senate Republicans proved they care more about President Trump’s wishes than the needs of Americans.
- EM
This Earth Week, I introduced 6 bills to respond to the climate crisis by supporting public health, advancing environmental justice, and promoting education and advocacy. I'm grateful to my House partners for protecting and empowering Americans most at risk from climate change.
- EW
We need to end ICE's violence — now.
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- RG
We traded the Senate floor for story time! Sydney and I had a great time at Take Your Kids to Work Day. Dragons Love Tacos gets 5 ⭐️s!
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- AK
It was great to meet with LeadingAge member organizations and service providers from NJ to hear about the issues that are impacting aging service providers. 1/2
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- EM
My resolution with Senator Kevin Cramer designating April 22 as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day cleared the Senate. I’m proud to recognize the important role that assistive tech plays in millions of lives, helping people connect with their communities and live independently.
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-markey-cramer-resolution-recognizing-national-assistive-tech-day-unanimously-passes-senate
- TB
With blackouts and endless streaming services, watching your home team play is only getting harder. My bill will require leagues to air games all in one place for local fans—live and free.
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- JH
Americans are asking their government for relief from the cost-of-living emergency driven by this president’s unwanted war, tariffs, and health care cuts. Senate Republicans made their priorities clear. (1/2)
- JR
Small businesses are the driving force of our economy, and they have been struggling under Donald Trump's chaotic policies. Because of his tariffs, small-business importers are being forced to cough up an extra $25,000 a month on average.
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- CC
As I told Treasury Secretary Wright yesterday, Trump’s war with Iran has already driven up costs for Americans. It’s hitting oil and gas, fertilizer, helium, farming, manufacturing, and food prices. We need to wrap this war up, but you’ll still be paying for it for a long time to come.
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- TK
Happy World Book Day! As a lifelong reader, I’m thankful for the opportunities books have given me to learn new things and see the world from new perspectives. What are you reading today to celebrate?
- LR
This is a shocking low. If they get away with this, what's stopping them from revoking citizenship from anyone they don't like? What's stopping them from doing it to you? This White House spiraling out of control as Trump's approval rating plunges further and further.
link:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/23/us/politics/justice-dept-citizens-denaturalization.html
- CH
The last time Secretary Lutnick appeared before the Senate, I pressed him on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. On Feb 27th, @merkley.senate.gov & I sent him a letter asking him for certain records and to answer questions. He did not respond. The American people deserve transparency.
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- JR
Last night, GOP rejected over a dozen Dem proposals to lower costs & fight corruption. ❌GOP rejected plans to lower grocery, gas, energy, & health care costs. ❌GOP rejected ban on Congressional stock trading. ❌GOP rejected bill to boost affordable housing & home ownership.
- PW
When massive media corporations merge, it means that just a few wealthy executives get to decide what you watch, how you get your news, and what you pay. This deal isn't finalized. The DOJ must continue a full investigation into this merger for any antitrust violations.
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