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Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) released the following statement after the Senate passed the bipartisan Russia sanctions package: “Today’s bipartisan vote sends a clear message: the United States stands firmly with Ukraine in its fight against Vladimir Putin’s...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor on Senate Democrats’ continued efforts to fight for a bipartisan budget that delivers a more affordable life for American families. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to denounce Donald Trump’s disastrous economic policies that led to the loss of 23,000 jobs in July and 103,000 fewer jobs in May and June. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed...

If we want to stop the bloodshed Russia unleashed on Ukraine, we have to make it clear to Putin that he’s fighting a losing battle.   The Russia sanctions bill sends an unmistakable message to Moscow that America will back Ukraine to the hilt. That we will look for new ways to back Ukraine. Lindsey...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) released the following statement on Trump’s decision to waste billions of taxpayer dollars on settlements that limit America’s energy supply and cut clean energy projects: “Almost four billion of taxpayer money spent to limit...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor rebuking Senate Republicans for trying to ram through a nominations package full of Trump loyalists and MAGA cronies. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: Trump’s main...

As Trump focuses on his exorbitant vanity projects, Americans can tell what he’s ignoring: lowering their costs. As if Americans weren’t struggling enough already, they just saw mortgage rates hit their highest level in a year because of Trump’s disastrous war and failed economic agenda. Trump has...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor condemning Donald Trump for pushing his costly “Golden Fleet” of “Trump-Class Battleships,” as he continues to prioritize his personal interests over the American people. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks,...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) released the following statement on the two executive orders Donald Trump signed that directly attack birthright citizenship. This comes after Supreme Court earlier this summer affirmed the constitutionality of birthright...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor ahead of Trump’s visit to Las Vegas, highlighting Trump’s disastrous economy as Nevadans and Americans struggle to make ends meet. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor demanding legal guardrails to prevent Donald Trump from handing out pardons and payouts to January 6th insurrectionists. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: Todd...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to criticize Donald Trump’s continued, failed negotiations with Iran in the war he started. Leader Schumer also emphasized Senate Democrats’ commitment to forcing War Power Resolution votes that will...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to discuss Senate Democrats’ continued commitment to fighting for America’s working families throughout the bipartisan appropriations process. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to condemn Donald Trump and his administration for continuing to waste time and resources on corrupt, failed beautification projects, while American families struggle with an affordability crisis. Below...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor condemning Trump’s corrupt nomination of Todd Blanche to be Attorney General and urged colleagues to oppose his nomination. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here. Senate...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to denounce the Trump administration’s efforts to gut Head Start programs, lowering the standards for early education programs and hurting America’s most vulnerable children. Below are Senator Schumer’s...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor on the No Payoffs for Pardons Act, which would prevent Trump from abusing his pardon power and bring transparency and accountability to the pardon process. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor to slam Senate Republicans for trusting Todd Blanche’s sham deal that still protects key components of Trump’s $2 billion slush fund and tax immunity and urged them to partner with Senate Democrats to...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor on the continuing resolution that would extend government funding until December 11th. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here. Senate Democrats have been crystal clear: we...

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Representative Joe Morelle (D-NY) led the introduction of legislation that would bring transparency and accountability to presidential pardons after Trump has abused the power in...