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Jan. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Senators swore an oath to do "impartial justice" in the impeachment trial. Instead of insisting that charges be dismissed -- even before hearing witnesses or seeing evidence -- I urge Republican Senators to honor their oath and put country first as the trial continues." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 24, 2020 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Service Members Diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injuries After Iranian Strike Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Any fair trial would allow witnesses to be heard, which is why 72% of Americans agree that the Senate impeachment trial should allow witnesses to testify, including 69% of Republicans. The Senate ought to do so & honor their oath to "do impartial justice."" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "For anyone who doubted that the GOP wouldn't go after Medicare and Social Security after exploding the deficit with the #GOPTaxScam, here's the latest evidence: @POTUS said he'll look at cutting Medicare or Social Security "at the right time." https://nyti.ms/2NPlTBS" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 21, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senator McConnell's Resolution on Rules for the Impeachment Trial Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Americans know that a trial w/o witnesses and evidence is a sham. The House impeached POTUS because he abused his power and tried to cover up that abuse. Now, @senatemajldr is trying to make the United States Senate an accomplice in that cover-up." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 20, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About The Timing Of The Release Of The Rules Of President Trump's Impeachment Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 17, 2020 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Older Workers and Students Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Hoyer Statement on GAO Opinion Confirming the President Violated the Law by Withholding Aid to Ukraine Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "GAO's confirmation that POTUS violated the law, the admission by Lev Parnas last night, & the release of new documents add to the growing body of evidence that, for this president, the law holds no power, the Constitution has no weight." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "When the House passed the articles of impeachment against POTUS, I urged my colleagues to summon the courage to #DefendOurDemocracy. Having taken their oath, I urge each senator to summon the courage to honor their oaths, to "do impartial justice," to set country above party." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D) Maryland is Interviewed About Impeachment Process, Government Accountability Office; Government Watchdog Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 16, 2020 Van Hollen Announces Independent GAO Report Showing Trump Administration Broke Law by Illegally Withholding Ukraine Aid Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 15, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) is Interviewed About the Coming Impeachment Trial Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Democrats will be transmitting articles of impeachment to the Senate this week. The American people expect & deserve a fair trial, & I hope that the Republican Senate takes this matter seriously as impartial jurors." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 14, 2020 Hoyer: House Will Vote on Lee & Khanna Iran Bills the Week of January 27 Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Jan. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The Administration is attempting to rollback the #ACA's protections, including provisions that prohibit discrimination against #LGBTQ Americans in health care. House Dems will continue to defend the law and its protections. RT if you stand with us." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 House Democrats Take Action Regarding Iran, Vote to Protect Americans from Toxic Chemicals Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "POTUS will claim credit for a strong economy, but this month's #JobsReport caps a year that ranks a 8th in the 2010's for job creation. Wage growth has slowed, manufacturing is contracting, & affording higher ed or a secure retirement is more challenging." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Iran's Attacks Against Iraq and U.S. Troops Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2020 Hoyer Calls on Administration to Release Disaster Relief Aid to Puerto Rico Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 6, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About Pentagon Defending The Killing Of Soleimani Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 3, 2020 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Airstrike in Iraq Rep. Steny Hoyer
Jan. 2, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 30, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 30, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep. Jamie Raskin
Dec. 23, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 22, 2019 CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schneider, Wasserman Schultz Lead Jewish Members of Congress in Call for Dismissal of White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, House Democrats: Voted to uphold our oaths to defend the Constitution, Funded the government and prevented a harmful shutdown, Passed #USMCA, a better trade agreement for American workers." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 20, 2019 House Democrats Uphold the Constitution, Legislate For The People Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 19, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "These two articles before us concern two profound Constitutional issues. First, whether it is acceptable for POTUS to solicit foreign interference in our elections. And second, whether it is permissible for POTUS to obstruct Congress and act as if he is above the law. (1/4)" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 The New York Times - Steny Hoyer: "Loyalty to Party Must Yield to a Higher Obligation' Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Circuit Ruling in the Texas V. U.S. Case on the Affordable Care Act Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "When Democrats saw our national security and the integrity of our elections being undermined by this President, it was then and only then that we came to the conclusion that we must act to #DefendOurDemocracy." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "No one is above the law -- even a president. Especially a president. If the House does not act, we run the risk of allowing the President's misconduct to be repeated at the expense of our elections, national security, and our Constitution. (2/4)" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We have seen Republican courage throughout our history, from the Civil War to the Cold War. We need not ask who will be the first to show courage by standing up to President Trump. The question we must now ask is: who will be the last to find it? (3/4)" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "At my press conference today I told press that Congress is completing the appropriations process & passing two minibus packages to fund government. I'm pleased that we have reached an agreement and are not passing yet another continuing resolution. This represents real progress." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow's impeachment vote is not about politics; it's not about polls; it's not about whether one gets re-elected or not. It is about upholding our oath of office. And while House Dems #DefendOurDemocracy, we are also doing the people's business and ensuring the govt is funded." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the House Judiciary Committee's Vote on Articles of Impeachment Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This is a solemn and somber day for our country. @HouseJudiciary has recommended articles of impeachment against POTUS, and next week, these articles will come to the House Floor for consideration. Read my full statement here:" Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Transformative Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Prices, Expand Medicare Benefits Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Harris Statement on Articles of Impeachment Rep. Andy Harris
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The President has stated many times that it is unacceptable for Americans to pay far more than patients abroad pay for the same drug. The #LowerDrugCosts Now Act will address this issue and help level the playing field for Americans. I urge him to support it." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Announcement of Articles of Impeachment Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Court Ruling Against the President Stealing Military Funding for Border Wall Rep. Steny Hoyer
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee - Cheney Signs Letter Calling For Minority Hearing On Impeachment Rep. Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "I held my weekly press conference today and discussed the articles of impeachment announced by the Chairs: abuse of power & obstruction of Congress. The evidence in this case is overwhelming & uncontested: the President put himself before country & abused the power of his office." Rep. Steny Hoyer
Date Title Politician
Jan. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Senators swore an oath to do "impartial justice" in the impeachment trial. Instead of insisting that charges be dismissed -- even before hearing witnesses or seeing evidence -- I urge Republican Senators to honor their oath and put country first as the trial continues." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 24, 2020 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Service Members Diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injuries After Iranian Strike Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Any fair trial would allow witnesses to be heard, which is why 72% of Americans agree that the Senate impeachment trial should allow witnesses to testify, including 69% of Republicans. The Senate ought to do so & honor their oath to "do impartial justice."" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 23, 2020 Tweet - "For anyone who doubted that the GOP wouldn't go after Medicare and Social Security after exploding the deficit with the #GOPTaxScam, here's the latest evidence: @POTUS said he'll look at cutting Medicare or Social Security "at the right time." https://nyti.ms/2NPlTBS" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 21, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Senator McConnell's Resolution on Rules for the Impeachment Trial Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Americans know that a trial w/o witnesses and evidence is a sham. The House impeached POTUS because he abused his power and tried to cover up that abuse. Now, @senatemajldr is trying to make the United States Senate an accomplice in that cover-up." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 20, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About The Timing Of The Release Of The Rules Of President Trump's Impeachment Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 17, 2020 House Democrats Pass Legislation to Protect Older Workers and Students Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Hoyer Statement on GAO Opinion Confirming the President Violated the Law by Withholding Aid to Ukraine Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "GAO's confirmation that POTUS violated the law, the admission by Lev Parnas last night, & the release of new documents add to the growing body of evidence that, for this president, the law holds no power, the Constitution has no weight." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "When the House passed the articles of impeachment against POTUS, I urged my colleagues to summon the courage to #DefendOurDemocracy. Having taken their oath, I urge each senator to summon the courage to honor their oaths, to "do impartial justice," to set country above party." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 16, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D) Maryland is Interviewed About Impeachment Process, Government Accountability Office; Government Watchdog Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 16, 2020 Van Hollen Announces Independent GAO Report Showing Trump Administration Broke Law by Illegally Withholding Ukraine Aid Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 15, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) is Interviewed About the Coming Impeachment Trial Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Today at my weekly press conference, I told reporters that House Democrats will be transmitting articles of impeachment to the Senate this week. The American people expect & deserve a fair trial, & I hope that the Republican Senate takes this matter seriously as impartial jurors." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 14, 2020 Hoyer: House Will Vote on Lee & Khanna Iran Bills the Week of January 27 Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Jan. 12, 2020 Tweet - "The Administration is attempting to rollback the #ACA's protections, including provisions that prohibit discrimination against #LGBTQ Americans in health care. House Dems will continue to defend the law and its protections. RT if you stand with us." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 House Democrats Take Action Regarding Iran, Vote to Protect Americans from Toxic Chemicals Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "POTUS will claim credit for a strong economy, but this month's #JobsReport caps a year that ranks a 8th in the 2010's for job creation. Wage growth has slowed, manufacturing is contracting, & affording higher ed or a secure retirement is more challenging." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2020 Hoyer Statement on Iran's Attacks Against Iraq and U.S. Troops Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 8, 2020 Hoyer Calls on Administration to Release Disaster Relief Aid to Puerto Rico Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 6, 2020 CNN "Erin Burnett Outfront" - Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Discusses About Pentagon Defending The Killing Of Soleimani Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Jan. 3, 2020 Hoyer Statement on U.S. Airstrike in Iraq Rep.Steny Hoyer
Jan. 2, 2020 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 30, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 30, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin Rep.Jamie Raskin
Dec. 23, 2019 CNN "Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees" - Transcript: Interview with Senator Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 22, 2019 CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Schneider, Wasserman Schultz Lead Jewish Members of Congress in Call for Dismissal of White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller Rep.Jamie Raskin, ...
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "This week, House Democrats: Voted to uphold our oaths to defend the Constitution, Funded the government and prevented a harmful shutdown, Passed #USMCA, a better trade agreement for American workers." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 20, 2019 House Democrats Uphold the Constitution, Legislate For The People Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 19, 2019 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview With Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) Sen.Chris Van Hollen
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "These two articles before us concern two profound Constitutional issues. First, whether it is acceptable for POTUS to solicit foreign interference in our elections. And second, whether it is permissible for POTUS to obstruct Congress and act as if he is above the law. (1/4)" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 The New York Times - Steny Hoyer: "Loyalty to Party Must Yield to a Higher Obligation' Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the 5th Circuit Ruling in the Texas V. U.S. Case on the Affordable Care Act Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "When Democrats saw our national security and the integrity of our elections being undermined by this President, it was then and only then that we came to the conclusion that we must act to #DefendOurDemocracy." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "No one is above the law -- even a president. Especially a president. If the House does not act, we run the risk of allowing the President's misconduct to be repeated at the expense of our elections, national security, and our Constitution. (2/4)" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We have seen Republican courage throughout our history, from the Civil War to the Cold War. We need not ask who will be the first to show courage by standing up to President Trump. The question we must now ask is: who will be the last to find it? (3/4)" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "At my press conference today I told press that Congress is completing the appropriations process & passing two minibus packages to fund government. I'm pleased that we have reached an agreement and are not passing yet another continuing resolution. This represents real progress." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow's impeachment vote is not about politics; it's not about polls; it's not about whether one gets re-elected or not. It is about upholding our oath of office. And while House Dems #DefendOurDemocracy, we are also doing the people's business and ensuring the govt is funded." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 17, 2019 CNN "The Situation Room" - Transcript: Interview With Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Hoyer Statement on the House Judiciary Committee's Vote on Articles of Impeachment Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This is a solemn and somber day for our country. @HouseJudiciary has recommended articles of impeachment against POTUS, and next week, these articles will come to the House Floor for consideration. Read my full statement here:" Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 House Democrats Pass Transformative Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Prices, Expand Medicare Benefits Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 13, 2019 Harris Statement on Articles of Impeachment Rep.Andy Harris
Dec. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The President has stated many times that it is unacceptable for Americans to pay far more than patients abroad pay for the same drug. The #LowerDrugCosts Now Act will address this issue and help level the playing field for Americans. I urge him to support it." Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Announcement of Articles of Impeachment Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 11, 2019 Hoyer Statement on Court Ruling Against the President Stealing Military Funding for Border Wall Rep.Steny Hoyer
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to Jerrold Nadler, Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee - Cheney Signs Letter Calling For Minority Hearing On Impeachment Rep.Andy Harris, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "I held my weekly press conference today and discussed the articles of impeachment announced by the Chairs: abuse of power & obstruction of Congress. The evidence in this case is overwhelming & uncontested: the President put himself before country & abused the power of his office." Rep.Steny Hoyer
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