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June 7, 2022 Durbin Delivers Opening Statement at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing on Domestic Terrorism Following Buffalo Massacre Sen. Dick Durbin
May 26, 2022 Durbin Urges Senate to Pass his Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Sen. Dick Durbin
May 20, 2022 Tweet - "Buffalo is not the first time Discord nor Twitch have been used to fuel hatred and domestic violent extremism. It is essential that Congress understand what social media platforms are doing to address efforts by violent extremists to recruit, plan, and amplify their attacks.' Sen. Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 Senate Commemorates National Police Week Sen. Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 Judiciary Committee Advances Four Bipartisan Bills Supporting Law Enforcement During Police Week Sen. Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 House Passes Durbin, Schneider Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Sen. Dick Durbin
May 16, 2022 Tweet - "While no act by Congress will bring back the lives lost in Buffalo, we can and must do more about the threat of terror in our own backyard. That begins with confronting the reality that white supremacy is fueling these violent terrorist attacks." Sen. Dick Durbin
May 13, 2022 Tweet - "I'm pleased to learn that @POTUS will designate $10 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for public safety, including over $2 billion for Community Violence Intervention programs proven to prevent gun violence and save lives." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 29, 2022 Underwood Continues to Protect Small Businesses and Elections From Foreign Interference During Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing Rep. Lauren Underwood
April 26, 2022 Tweet - "As we search for new ways to reduce violence, the work of hospitals I convened under the Chicago HEAL Initiative should serve as a model for collaboration and community engagement to tackle the root causes of gun violence. My op-ed here:" Sen. Dick Durbin
April 21, 2022 Tweet - "It was great to be at @MxDInnovates to celebrate the opening of the Midwest's first-ever @DIU_x office with @SenDuckworth , @GovPritzker , & @chicagosmayor . This office will help IL in harnessing the power of innovation to strengthen America's cybersecurity." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 19, 2022 Tweet - "Our Guard members have responded to a pandemic, natural disasters, and even to secure our U.S. Capitol building. A new facility will help ensure that our Illinois National Guard troops have the proper and safe facilities they need to meet their maintenance and preparedness needs." Sen. Dick Durbin
April 12, 2022 Letter to Andrew Katsaros, Inspector General of the Federal Trade Commission - Garbarino Calls on FTC To Address National Security Threats Posed by Chinese Genomic Technology Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
April 6, 2022 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Passes Judiciary Markup Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
April 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Klobuchar, Durbin Urge Justice Department to Build On Its Work to Protect Election Officials As Threats Rise Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
April 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Congressman Biggs Demands Answers from DHS Regarding Russian Nationals at the Southern Border Rep. Mary Miller, ...
March 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General - Klobuchar, Durbin Urge Justice Department to Build On Its Work to Protect Election Officials As Threats Rise Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
March 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense And Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Hagerty, Kennedy, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Protect Americans Against Russian Cyberattacks - Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
March 17, 2022 Tweet - "While we must condemn all violence, it's abundantly clear that white supremacists & violent militia extremists are the most significant domestic terrorism threat facing us today. The Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act will help the federal government forcefully combat this threat." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 9, 2022 Tweet - "Violence to advance any political or ideological goal is unacceptable. But we cannot have an honest discussion about hate crimes without acknowledging the role of violent white supremacists, which our intelligence has said pose the most lethal domestic terror threat." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 Tweet - "Al-Qahtani "was tortured so badly that he was ineligible to be tried at the war crimes court." This transfer is an important step toward finally ending indefinite detention at Guantanamo, which violates human rights & has prevented us from bringing 9/11 conspirators to justice." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Rise Of Hate Crimes Following Recent Synagogue Attack In Colleyville, TX And Nationwide HBCU Bomb Threats Sen. Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 LaHood Presses FBI Director Wray on Section 702 FISA Abuses Rep. Darin LaHood
March 5, 2022 Tweet - "This is exactly why the Senate is working on bipartisan bills to strengthen our cybersecurity infrastructure. We must make sure we are prepared for increased Russian aggression, wherever it may appear." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 3, 2022 Tweet - "Covid exposed our reliance on foreign medical supplies, so I passed legislation in the CARES Act to study the issue. Today's @theNASEM report shows how we must improve domestic manufacturing, stockpiles, planning, & supply chains, like my PPE in America Act with @SenBillCassidy ." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "The American people have endured incredible hardships over the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When President Biden took office, he pledged to get shots in arms, people back to work and school, and our economy back on track." Sen. Dick Durbin
March 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United Rights - Warner & Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Natural disasters don't just cause physical damage, they can also leave lasting emotional & mental scars in the communities they impact. That's why @senrobportman & I are introducing legislation to expand mental health support for survivors & first responders after emergencies." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 18, 2022 Letter to Hon. William J. Walker, US House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms - Latta, Kelly, 90+ House Colleagues Call on Sergeant At Arms to Reopen the U.S. Capitol to the Public Rep. Mike Bost, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Durbin: If Republicans Were Serious About Violent Crime, They Would Get Serious About The January 6 Insurrection Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - GOP calls on Sec. Mayorkas to Resign following year of failure & crisis Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Shame on any political party that censures lawmakers for supporting the January 6 select committee and calls the deadly insurrection mob "legitimate."" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "January 6, 2021. Nine dead and more than 140 law enforcement injured. GOP unanimously calls it "legitimate political discourse." We are witnessing the death throes of Lincoln's Republican Party." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2022 LaHood Opposes Democrats' So-Called "COMPETES Act" Rep. Darin LaHood
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee; Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Sarbanes, Pascrell, Katko Demand Increased Funding to Protect Synagogues and Houses of Worship Rep. Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Quigley Initiatives to Prevent Future Pandemics Pass House Rep. Mike Quigley
Feb. 3, 2022 Rep. Kelly Demands Accountability from ICE Regarding the Biden Administration's Failed Catch and Release Program Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Meuser Introduces Bill to Demand Transparency for Illegal Immigrant Transit in the United States Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Hon. Christopher Wray, Director of the FBI - Gibbs Leads Charge on Questioning New DOJ "Domestic Terror" Unit Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Allred, Bourdeaux, O'Halleran Urge President Biden to Include Robust Investment in Critical Election Infrastructure in 2023 Budget Rep. Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Babin Demands DHS Focus on Its True Mission Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - RELEASE: REP. KHANNA, SENATORS WARREN AND MURPHY CALL ON PRESIDENT BIDEN TO OVERHAUL U.S. COUNTERTERRORISM POLICY Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General Dept. of Homeland Security - Womack Pushes for Answers on Border Crisis Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Tony Blinken, Secretary of State - Kaine & Colleagues Sound Alarm Following Reports of High Denial Rates for At-Risk Afghans Applying for Humanitarian Parole into U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Introduces The GRAY ZONE Act Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 19, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Applauds DHS For Establishing The Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - LESKO CALLS OUT BIDEN FOR HUMAN TRAFFICKING HYPOCRISY Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet: I'm relieved that this ended w/ innocent victims unharmed, but the warning is clear. Terrorism--both foreign & domestic--is a danger to targets of hate. To our Jewish brothers & sisters: we owe you a special effort to protect you from the threats that too often are directed at you. Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 11, 2022 Durbin Continues Calling For Closure Of Guantanamo Bay On 20th Anniversary Of The Arrival Of The First Detainees Sen. Dick Durbin
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet: I'm pleased to see DOJ taking this step--something I've long advocated as part of my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. This is not about ideology. This is about listening to our intelligence and being realistic and proactive about the greatest threats facing the homeland. Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
June 7, 2022 Durbin Delivers Opening Statement at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing on Domestic Terrorism Following Buffalo Massacre Sen.Dick Durbin
May 26, 2022 Durbin Urges Senate to Pass his Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Sen.Dick Durbin
May 20, 2022 Tweet - "Buffalo is not the first time Discord nor Twitch have been used to fuel hatred and domestic violent extremism. It is essential that Congress understand what social media platforms are doing to address efforts by violent extremists to recruit, plan, and amplify their attacks.' Sen.Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 Senate Commemorates National Police Week Sen.Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 Judiciary Committee Advances Four Bipartisan Bills Supporting Law Enforcement During Police Week Sen.Dick Durbin
May 19, 2022 House Passes Durbin, Schneider Bipartisan Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Sen.Dick Durbin
May 16, 2022 Tweet - "While no act by Congress will bring back the lives lost in Buffalo, we can and must do more about the threat of terror in our own backyard. That begins with confronting the reality that white supremacy is fueling these violent terrorist attacks." Sen.Dick Durbin
May 13, 2022 Tweet - "I'm pleased to learn that @POTUS will designate $10 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for public safety, including over $2 billion for Community Violence Intervention programs proven to prevent gun violence and save lives." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 29, 2022 Underwood Continues to Protect Small Businesses and Elections From Foreign Interference During Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing Rep.Lauren Underwood
April 26, 2022 Tweet - "As we search for new ways to reduce violence, the work of hospitals I convened under the Chicago HEAL Initiative should serve as a model for collaboration and community engagement to tackle the root causes of gun violence. My op-ed here:" Sen.Dick Durbin
April 21, 2022 Tweet - "It was great to be at @MxDInnovates to celebrate the opening of the Midwest's first-ever @DIU_x office with @SenDuckworth , @GovPritzker , & @chicagosmayor . This office will help IL in harnessing the power of innovation to strengthen America's cybersecurity." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 19, 2022 Tweet - "Our Guard members have responded to a pandemic, natural disasters, and even to secure our U.S. Capitol building. A new facility will help ensure that our Illinois National Guard troops have the proper and safe facilities they need to meet their maintenance and preparedness needs." Sen.Dick Durbin
April 12, 2022 Letter to Andrew Katsaros, Inspector General of the Federal Trade Commission - Garbarino Calls on FTC To Address National Security Threats Posed by Chinese Genomic Technology Rep.Darin LaHood, ...
April 6, 2022 Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act Passes Judiciary Markup Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
April 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General of the United States - Klobuchar, Durbin Urge Justice Department to Build On Its Work to Protect Election Officials As Threats Rise Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
April 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Congressman Biggs Demands Answers from DHS Regarding Russian Nationals at the Southern Border Rep.Mary Miller, ...
March 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General - Klobuchar, Durbin Urge Justice Department to Build On Its Work to Protect Election Officials As Threats Rise Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
March 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense And Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Hagerty, Kennedy, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Protect Americans Against Russian Cyberattacks - Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
March 17, 2022 Tweet - "While we must condemn all violence, it's abundantly clear that white supremacists & violent militia extremists are the most significant domestic terrorism threat facing us today. The Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act will help the federal government forcefully combat this threat." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 9, 2022 Tweet - "Violence to advance any political or ideological goal is unacceptable. But we cannot have an honest discussion about hate crimes without acknowledging the role of violent white supremacists, which our intelligence has said pose the most lethal domestic terror threat." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 Tweet - "Al-Qahtani "was tortured so badly that he was ineligible to be tried at the war crimes court." This transfer is an important step toward finally ending indefinite detention at Guantanamo, which violates human rights & has prevented us from bringing 9/11 conspirators to justice." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 Durbin Delivers Opening Remarks During Hearing On Rise Of Hate Crimes Following Recent Synagogue Attack In Colleyville, TX And Nationwide HBCU Bomb Threats Sen.Dick Durbin
March 8, 2022 LaHood Presses FBI Director Wray on Section 702 FISA Abuses Rep.Darin LaHood
March 5, 2022 Tweet - "This is exactly why the Senate is working on bipartisan bills to strengthen our cybersecurity infrastructure. We must make sure we are prepared for increased Russian aggression, wherever it may appear." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 3, 2022 Tweet - "Covid exposed our reliance on foreign medical supplies, so I passed legislation in the CARES Act to study the issue. Today's @theNASEM report shows how we must improve domestic manufacturing, stockpiles, planning, & supply chains, like my PPE in America Act with @SenBillCassidy ." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "The American people have endured incredible hardships over the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When President Biden took office, he pledged to get shots in arms, people back to work and school, and our economy back on track." Sen.Dick Durbin
March 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United Rights - Warner & Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Natural disasters don't just cause physical damage, they can also leave lasting emotional & mental scars in the communities they impact. That's why @senrobportman & I are introducing legislation to expand mental health support for survivors & first responders after emergencies." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 18, 2022 Letter to Hon. William J. Walker, US House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms - Latta, Kelly, 90+ House Colleagues Call on Sergeant At Arms to Reopen the U.S. Capitol to the Public Rep.Mike Bost, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Durbin: If Republicans Were Serious About Violent Crime, They Would Get Serious About The January 6 Insurrection Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - GOP calls on Sec. Mayorkas to Resign following year of failure & crisis Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Shame on any political party that censures lawmakers for supporting the January 6 select committee and calls the deadly insurrection mob "legitimate."" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "January 6, 2021. Nine dead and more than 140 law enforcement injured. GOP unanimously calls it "legitimate political discourse." We are witnessing the death throes of Lincoln's Republican Party." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 4, 2022 LaHood Opposes Democrats' So-Called "COMPETES Act" Rep.Darin LaHood
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee; Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Sarbanes, Pascrell, Katko Demand Increased Funding to Protect Synagogues and Houses of Worship Rep.Robin Kelly, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Quigley Initiatives to Prevent Future Pandemics Pass House Rep.Mike Quigley
Feb. 3, 2022 Rep. Kelly Demands Accountability from ICE Regarding the Biden Administration's Failed Catch and Release Program Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Meuser Introduces Bill to Demand Transparency for Illegal Immigrant Transit in the United States Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Hon. Christopher Wray, Director of the FBI - Gibbs Leads Charge on Questioning New DOJ "Domestic Terror" Unit Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Allred, Bourdeaux, O'Halleran Urge President Biden to Include Robust Investment in Critical Election Infrastructure in 2023 Budget Rep.Brad Schneider, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Babin Demands DHS Focus on Its True Mission Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - RELEASE: REP. KHANNA, SENATORS WARREN AND MURPHY CALL ON PRESIDENT BIDEN TO OVERHAUL U.S. COUNTERTERRORISM POLICY Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Cuffari, Inspector General Dept. of Homeland Security - Womack Pushes for Answers on Border Crisis Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Tony Blinken, Secretary of State - Kaine & Colleagues Sound Alarm Following Reports of High Denial Rates for At-Risk Afghans Applying for Humanitarian Parole into U.S. Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Introduces The GRAY ZONE Act Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 19, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Applauds DHS For Establishing The Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - LESKO CALLS OUT BIDEN FOR HUMAN TRAFFICKING HYPOCRISY Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet: I'm relieved that this ended w/ innocent victims unharmed, but the warning is clear. Terrorism--both foreign & domestic--is a danger to targets of hate. To our Jewish brothers & sisters: we owe you a special effort to protect you from the threats that too often are directed at you. Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 11, 2022 Durbin Continues Calling For Closure Of Guantanamo Bay On 20th Anniversary Of The Arrival Of The First Detainees Sen.Dick Durbin
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet: I'm pleased to see DOJ taking this step--something I've long advocated as part of my Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act. This is not about ideology. This is about listening to our intelligence and being realistic and proactive about the greatest threats facing the homeland. Sen.Dick Durbin
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