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Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to announce that he will vote to advance the Laken Riley Act later today, urging Leader Thune to allow debate and amendments on the bill. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the horrific wildfires affecting Southern California and expressed the critical need to ensure all necessary disaster aid goes out the door as quickly as possible. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks,...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor urging Senate Republicans to not rush the Cabinet confirmation process and be transparent with the American people. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: The American people...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to emphasize the need for the Senate to maintain standard practices such as minority consent in the nominations process to allow transparency with the American people. Below are Senator Schumer’s...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on how Donald Trump and Senate Republicans are prioritizing tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy and corporations and turning their backs on workers and the middle class. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks,...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on President-elect Trump’s suggestion to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, agreeing to address this only if the President-elect will work with Democrats on a plan to lower costs for...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor reiterating the commitment of Senate Democrats to prioritize the American people and their willingness to work in a bipartisan effort to do so. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to pay tribute to President Jimmy Carter’s admirable legacy during his administration and afterward, before the late President lies in state in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol Building. Below are Senator...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate Floor, announcing his intention to request $615 million for the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) to better prepare and protect the residents of New York from terrorist threats. Below are Senator Schumer’s...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the dangers of election denialism and the need to protect our democracy, criticizing President-elect Trump for his promise to pardon rioters who took part in the insurrection on January 6th, 2021....

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor following the start of the 119th Congress, welcoming new members, recognizing leadership transitions, and reaffirming Democrats’ commitment to fighting for working families and advancing policies that...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: Last week, America mourned the loss of one of the most decent and humble public...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor about the 118th Congress, addressing the major bipartisan accomplishments the Senate has made throughout the term. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks: The work of the 118th Congress comes to an end. The...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor after the successful passage of the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act in the Senate. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks: Tonight, the Senate finally corrects a fifty-year mistake by passing the...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to announce that the Senate has passed a bipartisan government funding bill, averting a Christmas and providing critical support for disaster victims, farmers, and other essential programs. Below are...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to celebrate that with the confirmation of Judge Murillo as the 235th well-qualified federal judge confirmed by this Senate Majority, this Senate has now confirmed the more lifetime judges in a single term...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the Senate’s pending business before the end of the year. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: As Congress continues working on government funding, the Senate has other...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the need for bipartisanship to avoid a government shutdown. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: If Republicans do not work with Democrats in a bipartisan way very soon,...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the need for bipartisanship to avoid a government shutdown. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed here: This morning, thanks to Republicans, we’re less than 48 hours away from a...

Washington, D.C. – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor to urge the chamber to pass the Social Security Fairness Act, ensuring retirees and their spouses are not unfairly penalized for public service work. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks: In just a few...