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My Statement on the Release of Robert Gilman.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-colleagues-demand-education-department-withdraw-proposed-rule-gutting-equity-assistance-centers
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Trump’s Education Department is gutting the very resources that help schools fight segregation and uphold students’ civil rights. I'm leading the demand with my colleagues that the Department withdraw this proposed rule and ensure every student can attend a school where they are safe and supported.
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I am heartbroken by the news of the devastating earthquake in Colombia. My prayers are with the people of Bogotá, Cali, Medellín and the surrounding area. The world mourns with you in this time of uncertainty and loss.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-urges-ferc-reject-nextera-dominion-energy-merger-over-antitrust-affordability-concerns
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NextEra’s proposed takeover of Dominion Energy would create the world’s largest regulated energy utility, concentrating unprecedented market power and pushing even higher electricity bills. I am urging FERC to put the public interest over corporate profits and reject this merger.
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-urges-ferc-reject-nextera-dominion-energy-merger-over-antitrust-affordability-concerns
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-urges-stronger-fda-action-to-protect-families-from-toxic-food-chemicals
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My Statement on Pushing for Stronger FDA Action to Protect Families from Toxic Food Chemicals, Following Today’s FDA Proposed Rule.
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link:https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/6005660-senate-spending-bill-trump-administration-scientific-grants/
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OMB’s proposed rule to politicize federal funding would be destructive and illegal. We need to keep fighting until this rule is scrapped entirely and we’ll settle for nothing less.
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link:https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/severe-storm-leaves-thousands-without-power-many-displaced-in-springfield/
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Thankful to emergency responders and utility crews who worked through the night in Western MA. My office has been in touch with local officials who are coordinating cleanup and recovery efforts, and grateful there are no reported injuries.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-reintroduces-legislation-to-expedite-humanitarian-aid-to-the-people-of-north-korea
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Blanket sanctions on North Korea hurt civilians who lack access to essential services and lifesaving care. U.S. sanctions on North Korea should target the oppressive Kim regime and we must make it easier for non-governmental organizations to provide basic needs to North Koreans.
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www.nytimes.com/2026/08/06/u...
link:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/06/us/politics/trump-birthright-citizenship-tourism.html
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The Supreme Court turned back Trump’s racist attack on birthright citizenship, but now he’s trying to sidestep that ruling with two hateful executive orders. It won’t work. We must stand with immigrant communities to protect equality and justice for all.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-help-committee-push-justice-department-to-hold-steward-healthcare-ceo-ralph-de-la-torre-accountable-for-corporate-greed
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Steward Health Care was an example—not the exception. When private equity is unchecked and greedy CEOs like Ralph de la Torre evade consequences, people die. We must pass my Health Over Wealth Act to get private equity out of healthcare. People across our country deserve better.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-releases-new-comprehensive-report-under-the-radar-documenting-trumps-second-administration-stealth-attack-on-us-immigration-system
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The second Trump admin is again employing "under the radar" tactics to dismantle our immigration system. My new report shines a light on Trump’s administrative attack on due process, lawful status, and our immigration courts to further his racist agenda. This cruelty must end.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-statement-on-the-worsening-medical-condition-of-robert-gilman
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My Statement on the Worsening Medical Condition of Robert Gilman
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-jayapal-reintroduce-legislation-to-protect-health-facilities-from-climate-disaster
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The climate crisis is a health crisis. My GREEN Hospitals Act with @jayapal.house.gov will invest over $100 billion to modernize health facilities, cut emissions, create jobs, protect workers, and ensure patients can get care before, during, and after climate disasters.
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www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-r...
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-issues-urgent-call-for-support-for-e-rate-as-trump-fcc-reviews-program
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For 30 years, E-Rate has connected schools and libraries to the internet, including more than $1 billion in support for Massachusetts. Now, Trump’s FCC is threatening its future. We must speak up and save E-Rate—our students and communities cannot afford to lose it.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-blasts-trump-administration-for-ending-haitis-temporary-protected-status
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Ending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians is cruel and wrong. Haiti remains gripped by violence and instability, and the Trump administration is now turning its back on families who have built their lives here and contribute to our communities. We must protect TPS.
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www.nytimes.com/2026/08/05/u...
link:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/05/us/politics/water-supply-warnings.html
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Water authorities are facing unprecedented cyber threats, and we can’t hang them out to dry. My Water Intelligence, Security, and Cyber Threat Protection Act was included in the bipartisan WRDA bill. Congress must pass this bill to help utilities secure our water supply.
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Today, I cast my vote against Trump’s nominee for CDC Director. As long as RFK Jr. is at the helm, any CDC Director will a rubber stamp on his dangerous, anti-science agenda. Enough of the Make America Sick Agenda—RFK must go.
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www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-r...
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-markey-celebrates-unanimous-committee-passage-of-his-youth-ai-privacy-act
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The Commerce Committee's passage of my Youth AI Privacy Act is a huge step towards protecting kids’ privacy & safety in the age of AI. This strong bipartisan support for privacy safeguards in AI chatbots draws a clear line: Big Tech must prioritize kids over their bottom line.
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www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
link:https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-drafting-new-us-nuclear-strategy-case-regional-war-china-russ-rcna587370
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Giving Trump more “usable” nuclear weapons would be like giving matches to an arsonist. We must make it harder for Trump to go nuclear, not easier. The Pentagon’s new plan is insane.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-van-hollen-whitehouse-dingell-statement-on-dc-circuits-ruling-to-protect-landmark-greenhouse-gas-reduction-fund-from-unlawful-trump-attacks
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My Statement on D.C. Circuit’s Ruling to Protect Landmark Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund from Unlawful Trump Attacks
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www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-r...
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-markey-merkley-reintroduce-legislation-to-protect-healthcare-for-americans-who-cannot-afford-bail
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It's immoral to strip people of their health coverage just because they can’t afford bail. Congress must pass the Equity in Pretrial Health Coverage Act to make it easier for people who’ve been detained to get the healthcare they need. Healthcare is a human right.
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link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senate-passes-markey-amendments-to-crack-down-on-illegal-robocalls
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Last night, the Senate unanimously passed a bill reining in illegal robocalls. I'm proud that the bill included four of my amendments to strengthen efforts to trace illegal calls to their source, crack down on sham phone companies & expose the networks that enable these scams.
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Massachusetts learned the hard way what happens when private equity puts profits over people. That's why I reintroduced the Health Over Wealth Act with @jayapal.house.gov. It's time we get corporate greed out of our healthcare system.
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Climate action can’t wait, and neither can our students. That's why I'm proud to lead the Green New Deal for Public Schools Act with @jayapal.house.gov to build healthier, safer, and more resilient school buildings and invest in our educators—all to protect kids and help them learn.
link:https://www.youtube.com/shorts/forHZq0v29U
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www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-r...
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-pressley-release-report-showing-success-of-fare-free-transit-in-massachusetts
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From Worcester to the Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts knows what’s possible with fare-free transit. My new report with @pressley.house.gov shows that going fare free saves money, grows ridership & simplifies transit. We must pass the Freedom to Move Act so communities can go fare free.
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When Ralph de la Torre defied a Senate subpoena over Steward Health Care's collapse, the Senate unanimously voted to hold him in contempt. He sued to avoid answering to Congress—and lost. The DOJ must enforce the law and hold de la Torre accountable.
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www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-r...
link:https://www.markey.senate.gov/news/press-releases/markey-titus-reintroduce-legislation-to-defend-human-rights-in-turkey
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While Turkish President Erdogan continues to lock up journalists, political participants, and minorities, Trump rewards him by lifting sanctions. I'm reintroducing the Turkey Human Rights Promotion Act to make clear that the U.S. supports peace and stands against dictatorships.
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iowacapitaldispatch.com/2026/07/30/r...
link:https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2026/07/30/repub/trump-administration-rules-out-mass-ice-enforcement-at-the-polls-in-midterms/
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I am deeply concerned that Trump may plan to steal the upcoming election. We know that no unlawful, illegal, and unconstitutional act is beyond him. We must sound the alarm.
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