Statements and posts
65 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Held roundtable with Illinois health care providers on Trump administration's Medicaid and ACA cuts.
“For many Illinoisans in rural communities, health care was already too expensive and too hard to get—and then came the Medicaid cuts.”
Health Care CoverageAI-read
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Celebrated grand opening of Southern Illinois Multimodal Station with $18 million in secured federal funding.
“Today’s grand opening shows what we can accomplish when federal, state and local governments work together. The Southern Illinois Multimodal Station will make it easier for people with disabilities, parents with strollers and all travelers to get where they need to go safely and confidently, while expanding opportunity…”
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Requested information from FRA and Amtrak on plans to relocate Chicago maintenance facility.
“We ask that both the FRA and Amtrak be responsive to the community and provide both residents and local officials with greater detail and insight into Amtrak’s plans to relocate the maintenance yard. Further, we ask that any such improvements to Amtrak’s maintenance operations in the Chicago area be accompanied by a…”
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Sent letter urging Netanyahu to crack down on settler violence in West Bank and investigate American deaths.
“We urge you to take measures to prevent and intercede in this violence, establish a credible mechanism to investigate violations of law and to make clear that the Government of Israel will not tolerate violence by its people, just as it does not tolerate violence against its people.”
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Called for Senate hearing on Trump administration's failure to support troops in Iran War.
“The stakes couldn’t be higher. The longer this Administration fails to articulate a plan to end this disastrous war, the longer our brave servicemembers will pay the price.”
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Praised Chicago O'Hare Airport's resequencing of terminal construction project.
“Now that United and American Airlines are on board with constructing this important terminal earlier, we’re eager to move forward with TAP by following the plan that preserves O’Hare’s world-class status and modernizes its terminals to meet the demand of travelers well into the future.”
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Duckworth, Durbin, Budzinski Welcome 300 New Citizens at Illinois State Fair Naturalization Ceremony
Welcomed 300 new citizens from 52 countries at Illinois State Fair naturalization ceremony.
“As the proud daughter of an immigrant mother, I know that even though we may come from different countries, we may say different prayers and have different skin tones—we’re here as Americans because we love this nation, and our differences make us stronger.”
ImmigrationAI-read
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Duckworth Discusses Rising Costs and the Impact on Agriculture Industry with Illinois Corn Growers
Met with Illinois corn growers to discuss rising costs and Trump administration agricultural policies.
“America has always depended on our nation’s farmers to grow the food and fuel we need, and I’m proud to advocate for them on both the national and international stage.”
Agriculture and FoodAI-read
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Joined Senate Democrats demanding answers from Defense Secretary Hegseth on USS Abraham Lincoln crew conditions.
“Our sailors and Marines signed up to serve and to be treated with respect. They did not sign up to be kept at sea indefinitely with no announced return date and, by multiple accounts, without reliable food, hot water, or working plumbing. That is not how we treat the men and women we ask to carry out this mission.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Announced $7.95 million in federal funding for runway improvements at two Illinois airports.
“This major investment will help modernize infrastructure, install new runway safety measures and support noise mitigation for surrounding neighborhoods. Together, we will continue working to make air travel safer and more reliable for all passengers while ensuring that our airports are receiving the much-needed federal…”
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Demanded HHS reverse cancellation of health research grants for patient safety and rural care.
“This unprecedented action, which has led to the disruption of nearly 200 different research programs across nearly 30 states, undermines decades of taxpayer investments to improve healthcare delivery, patient safety, and health outcomes for all Americans. We demand that you immediately rescind these cancelations and…”
Rural Health CareAI-read
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Reintroduced legislation to protect airline passengers and crew from toxic cabin air.
“The flying public deserves certainty that the air they breathe during their flight isn’t jeopardizing their health and safety.”
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Duckworth, Durbin, Sorensen Statement on Announced Closure of Tyson Plant in Joslin
Expressed concern over Tyson Foods plant closure affecting 2,500 union jobs in Illinois.
“Today’s news is devastating for the 2,500 skilled union workers impacted by the closure of the Tyson plant in Joslin, especially at a time when American families are struggling with the rising cost of living. In the coming weeks, we remain committed to supporting our union members during this transition and working…”
Labor and EmploymentAI-read
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Led letter to Trump administration opposing ICE deportation efforts targeting military families.
“These efforts imperil military readiness, weaken servicemembers’ morale and betray America’s promises to the people who put their lives on the line for our nation.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Applauded Senate passage of resolution celebrating Chicago Cubs' 150th anniversary.
“From the numbing heartbreak of a record-long championship drought to the indescribable joy we all felt when the curse was broken on a rainy night in Cleveland, fans have cheered and cried for the Chicago Cubs for more than 150 seasons.”
Sports and RecreationAI-read
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Called for increased State Department coordination with Pacific partners to combat foreign scam operations.
“I don’t want to be playing whack-a-mole for the next decade in our fight against foreign scam operations.”
Fraud EnforcementAI-read
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Introduced legislation to prevent Pentagon from manipulating casualty records from Iran war.
“I refuse to let Donald Trump dishonor the service of our heroes just because it benefits him politically to lie about the length of this illegal campaign and hide the true cost of his war from the American people.”
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Co-introduced comprehensive bill to restore inspector general independence and defend democracy.
“In a clear conflict of interest and gross abuse of power, Trump fired 17 Inspectors General within his first days in office so he could tap political allies to conduct oversight of his own Administration—leaving these watchdogs to answer to the President before the American people.”
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Discussed with National Guard general plans to deactivate Springfield 183rd Wing repair facility.
“For over 16 years, the highly skilled airmen and women at the 183rd Wing have provided skilled jet engine maintenance for F-16s and other military aircraft.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Duckworth-Murkowski Bipartisan Bill to Protect Children from Dangers of AI Toys Passes Committee
Bipartisan bill to protect children from AI chatbot toys passed Senate committee.
“These AI chatbots were never meant to be used by young children, yet they’re being embedded inside toys by the thousands.”
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Duckworth-Led Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Youth Suicide Passes Senate
Bipartisan bill to ban high-concentration sodium nitrite sales passed Senate.
“High-concentration sodium nitrite is a textbook example of a deadly product that should never be sold to consumers—let alone to our kids.”
HealthAI-read
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Duckworth, Durbin Join Call to Stop Red Tape Requirements in Medicaid
Called on Trump administration to withdraw Medicaid work reporting requirements rule.
“We urge CMS to withdraw this rule to ensure that Medicaid can continue its mission of providing health coverage to low-income Americans. Implementing this rule will worsen Americans’ overall quality of health, waste millions of dollars on administrative red tape, and cause preventable health emergencies for all…”
Health Care CoverageAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen cyber operations in Indo-Pacific region.
“Cybersecurity is key to a free and open Indo-Pacific, strengthening our national security and keeping us all safe.”
CybersecurityAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to expand low-cost financing for transportation infrastructure.
“Far too often, roads that need repaving and transportation facilities that need revamping are left unfixed because states and towns don’t have the funding they need.”
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Demanded Trump administration restore $583 million in canceled energy project grants.
“For the good of our country, the rule of law, and the American people, we demand that you change course and restore the previously awarded funding.”
Energy Project PermittingAI-read