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Many DACA recipients have been here for more than a decade and have been vetted numerous times. Yet the Trump Administration is subjecting them to delays that jeopardize their lawful presence, all to continue its cruel mass deportation agenda.
link:https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/15/daca-delays-trump-immigration/
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Last year, Illinois electric rates jumped 15% or $200 for the average household. The culprit? Data centers and President Trump’s clean energy grant cuts. Read my column below to find out why.
link:https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/16/letters-031626-data-centers/?share=rttwh1a2itcd0rscrccc
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Committing perjury and knowingly making false statements to Congress is a crime. Kristi Noem made several demonstrably false statements during her disastrous appearances earlier this month. We just made a criminal referral to the Justice Department.
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Tommy Tuberville will say he’s defending “freedom of religion.” And then call millions of Americans “enemies”… because of their religion. He’s only interested in defending religious freedom when it benefits him.
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Democrats have asked immigration agents to take their masks off and abide by the rules outlined in our Constitution. But Republicans shut down the Department of Homeland Security to block these common sense measures.
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Antisemitism is a stain on America. It has no place here or anywhere.
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The attack on a Michigan synagogue is horrifying. Faith communities should be a place of unity and empowerment. My thoughts are with the Jewish community in Michigan and around the world.
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I joined the Irish American Partnership for it’s 30th annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast in Chicago to celebrate the deep bonds between our two nations. More than 31 million Americans claim Irish heritage—I am proud to be one of them—& America has been enriched immeasurably by their contributions.
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Toxic ethylene oxide causes cancer, yet the Trump Administration is proposing to gut restrictions on the emissions of these chemicals from commercial sterilizers. EPA must reinstate its EtO emission standards and protect our communities from toxic emissions.
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The Senate just unanimously passed my bipartisan resolution with Senator Lankford celebrating the 175th anniversary of the YMCA. I am pleased to see my colleagues join me in recognizing the storied history of the YMCA and its many contributions to America.
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My prayers are with the family and friends of the individual who was killed by the tornado that ripped through Kankakee County this week. My office stands ready to help in any way possible in the wake of this disaster.
link:https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/cleanup-kankakee-county-ef-3-tornado/
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We’ve seen the havoc wreaked by Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign. But it’s particularly harming the mental health of children of America—in schools, families, daycare centers. I’m announcing now: I’m bringing in survivors of the MAGA mass deportation campaign to the Senate on Tuesday.
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Immigrants make our country stronger. Secretary Noem’s ouster, public outrage towards ICE, and so many other instances prove the Trump Administration is out of step with the American people.
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Immigrants make our country stronger. Secretary Noem’s ouster, public outrage towards ICE, and so many other instances prove the Trump Administration is out of step with the American people.
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Republicans are willing to let you wait for hours at the airport so immigration agents can continue to terrorize American citizens. It is clear what their priorities are.
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Today’s constituent coffee was extra special because it is also @duckworth.senate.gov's birthday! Tammy is a dear friend and a fierce advocate for Illinoisans. I am grateful to serve alongside her, and I am happy that I could join our constituents to celebrate her birthday today.
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Restaurants are the lifeblood of our communities, but they face serious challenges with the steep cost of credit card swipe fees. Today, I spoke with the National Restaurant Association about how my bipartisan Credit Card Competition Act would lower costs for businesses and consumers.
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This is great news. The right to counsel is a cornerstone of our judicial system.
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This is great news. The right to counsel is a cornerstone of our judicial system.
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Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting with Illinois TRIO students and staff. As the Trump Admin. threatens to zero out TRIO funding, I will continue to back this important program that helps first-gen, low-income, and underrepresented students succeed in college.
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I joined @duckworth.senate.gov & our Dem colleagues in a letter to Secretary Hegseth to demand answers on U.S. airstrikes that reportedly killed at least 168 people—mostly children—in a school in Iran. There those responsible for this horrific school attack must be held accountable.
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Today, I hosted the Illinois Soybean Association to discuss the state of the farm economy. I believe President Trump broke his promise to farmers. Tariffs, Iran, his damage to the bipartisan Farm Bill, abandoning E15 as a priority, cutting USDA staff and research – all make farming too expensive.
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Today is the one year anniversary of the Trump Administration gutting the Department of Education. I joined @hirono.senate.gov to let our students and teachers know that we will always fight for you, even if President Trump abandons you.
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@murray.senate.gov just gave Republicans a second chance to fund TSA, FEMA, and the Coast Guard. They said no since it wouldn’t include more money for President Trump’s mass deportation operations.
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Predatory for-profit colleges rake in billions in federal student aid but leave students drowning in debt with near-meaningless degrees. I introduced the Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act to shed light on this industry and give students the tools to avoid predatory for-profit colleges.
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President Trump is trying to rewrite birthright citizenship out of our Constitution. It’s the law of the land—and won’t be changing.
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All Democrats are asking is for ICE and CBP to play by the same rules that your local police officer does. Senate Republicans would rather keep DHS shutdown.
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The American people have a Constitutional right to decide whether their children will be asked to fight a war. We cannot wage large scale international conflicts based on the President’s whims.
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I am pleased to see the President recognize the dangers invasive carp pose to the Great Lakes’ economy and ecosystem. Hopefully, his Administration will heed his warning and release funding for the Brandon Road Interbasin Project which is critical in preventing carp from reaching the Great Lakes.
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I am praying for the brave men and women in uniform who have been wounded in the Iran War. May we find a path toward peace before more lives are lost in the Middle East.
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After gutting Medicaid & ending the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits, millions of Americans lost the peace of mind of quality coverage for their families. Dr. Oz still believes that too many Americans have an ACA plan. How many more people will lose their health care because of this Admin?
link:https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/dr-oz-trump-obamacare-aca-insurance-fraud-deductible-plans-rcna262468?cid=sm_npd_nn_tw_ma&taid=69af894356707400015887f8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
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Last week, Republicans blocked a bill to fund TSA, FEMA, and the Coast Guard. They rejected it so ICE and DHS can avoid any level of accountability.
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Reverend Jesse Jackson committed his life to the fight for civil rights. I counted him as an ally on many issues of social justice. His legacy is alive and growing—and I’m glad to lead the charge to honor his achievements.
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Reverend Jesse Jackson committed his life to the fight for civil rights. I counted him as an ally on many issues of social justice. His legacy is alive and growing—and I’m glad to lead the charge to honor his achievements.
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11 people have died in ICE detention this year. 30+ died last year. ICE needs serious reforms.
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DHS agents detained an American citizen from Evanston for nearly two days before stranding her in Wisconsin with no way to get home. Any new DHS Secretary must commit to ending these unlawful detentions.
link:https://abc7chicago.com/post/sunny-naqvi-us-citizen-detained-dhs-chicago-ohare-airport-sent-broadview-ice-facility-dodge-county-wi-released/18693499/?ex_cid=TA_WLS_TH&link_source=ta_thread_link&taid=69aea84fa9f9f60001161e40&utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&utm_medium=social&utm_source=threads.net
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This week the Senate will consider a bill to help address the housing affordability crisis in America. I introduced five amendments to this bill to ensure homes are safe and affordable and to secure our financial markets from the volatility of crypto or scammers.
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I brought a pocket Constitution to the Senate floor to give Congressional Republicans a civics lesson. Only Congress, not the President, has the power to declare war.
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The FAA should prioritize O’Hare Airport for air traffic control staffing and resources—as the busiest airport in the country in 2025. @duckworth.senate.gov & I wrote to the FAA saying that O’Hare needs greater FAA investment and efficiency as the current backbone of the national aviation system.
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If you or your child have ever experienced dental pain, you know that oral health care is essential. That’s why I introduced the Promoting Dental Health Act to ensure that the CDC’s Oral Health program has the resources necessary to prevent dental disease, build the workforce, and educate families.
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Yesterday, I met with Berardino Baratta, CEO of MxD, to discuss their work strengthening our organic industrial base. I am pleased to work in Congress to continue investing in America’s manufacturing sector to support our national security.
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In January, President Trump signed into law my and Senator Fischer's bipartisan Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act. I joined Senator Fischer to urge Ag Secretary Rollins to implement this legislation, so we can ensure our schools are a safe environment for all children with food allergies.
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Today, I spoke at the Great Lakes Congressional Breakfast to discuss how to protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species. Lake Michigan remains one of Chicago’s most valued assets, and we all must work together to safeguard its health for both humans and animals alike.
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Mass deportation is unpopular. Masked agents are unpopular. Donald Trump is unpopular. And your voice made it known.
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Kristi Noem slipped on the outrages of ICE.
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Kristi Noem slipped on the outrages of ICE. Will this Oklahoma Senator be any better? We will find out as the Senate exercises its authority under the Constitution to provide advice and consent on this appointment.
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Kristi Noem was the face of an unpopular, illegal, outright dangerous mass deportation campaign that claimed the lives of innocent Americans and terrorized more. Our country expressed outrage, she repeatedly lied before Congress, and even the President finally conceded she was unfit for the job.
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ICE has more funding than the Marines, yet there is almost no oversight in how the agency is spending taxpayer dollars. I joined my colleagues to demand ICE tell us how they are spending YOUR money on their cruel mass deportation campaign.
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Today, I met with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director James Jennings to discuss how Congress can help Illinois keep our environment clean. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with Director Jennings about how we can improve the quality of life for our constituents.
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Senate Republicans just blocked the war powers resolution that would have prevented President Trump from ordering further strikes on Iran unless authorized by Congress. The Constitution clearly gives Congress the power to declare war. It’s long overdue that Congress step up to its responsibilities.