Barrasso: Republicans are Putting More Money in Your Pockets

Criticized Democrats for blocking Republican legislation on energy costs, taxes and fraud.

“Whether it is lowering energy costs, cutting taxes or fighting fraud and corruption, there is the core difference between commonsense Republicans and crazy Democrats. Republicans want every American to keep more of what they earn. Democrats want every American to have less money in their pocket.”

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Barrasso Highlights American Strength Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

Spoke on need for American strength against Chinese aggression ahead of Trump-Xi meeting.

“The American people want safety, prosperity, and freedom. America cannot be free if we are dependent on China for our medicine, our materials, and our minerals. America cannot continue to lead the free world if we allow China to steal our best ideas and newest technology. America must stand firm.”

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Barrasso Lays Out the Difference Between Commonsense Republicans and Crazy Democrats

Criticized Democratic policies on taxes, immigration and healthcare in campaign speech.

“So, this is the choice the voters are going to have to choose this fall. Is it going to be commonsense Republicans, crazy Democrats who really do seem like an anti-American hate group.”

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Barrasso on Meet the Press Slams Crazy Democrat Manifesto

Criticized Democratic tax and healthcare policies on NBC's Meet the Press.

“Those Democrats that are so unpopular in your poll. Why? They want to eliminate Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. They want to defund the police. They want to get rid of the military. They want to open the borders. They talk about opening the prisons and putting these prisoners back in our communities.”

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Barrasso statement on Former Senator Jon Kyl

Released statement mourning the passing of former Senator Jon Kyl.

“Jon Kyl was a giant in the U.S. Senate and a Western conservative many of us looked up to. His decision to answer the call and return to the Senate after the passing of our dear friend John McCain was just one example of his deep affection and commitment to Arizona and the United States.”

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Barrasso Celebrates Constitution Day

Celebrated Constitution Day and criticized Democrats for not valuing the Constitution.

“Under President Trump and Republicans, the Constitution is respected once again. By contrast, the Left does not value the Constitution, let alone celebrate it … The simple truth is, people who want to tear up our Constitution cannot be trusted to build up our country.”

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Republicans are Unlocking Affordable, Available, and Reliable American Energy

Called for Congress to pass permitting reform to unlock American energy production.

“We have the resources. We have the workers. We have the technology. What we lack is a permitting system that allows us to use them effectively. That is why Congress must pass meaningful permitting reform this year.”

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Barrasso Blasts Radical Democrat Roadmap

Criticized Democrats' policy agenda as radical and contrasted with Republican record.

“Democrats north, south, east, and west are running on this radical roadmap. They plan to take away private property and seize businesses. They want to open the borders and open our prisons. They want to release dangerous criminals into our communities.”

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Barrasso for the Washington Examiner: Democrats are controlled by dangerous, left-wing extremists

Criticized Democrats as controlled by left-wing extremists in opinion piece.

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Barrasso: Republicans are the Party of Results. Democrats are the Party of Radicals.

Contrasted Republican agenda with Democratic policies on taxes, spending and safety.

“Under the extreme Democrat manifesto, the American people would be forced to pay more, earn less, and be less safe and secure.”

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Barrasso Calls Out Dangerous, Far-Left Extremists Controlling the Democrat Party

Criticized Democratic Party for being controlled by radical extremists.

“That’s the Democratic Party that has a manifesto and a mantra. They have a radical set of beliefs. And they are clearly those of the Democrat nominee in Michigan.”

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Barrasso: Todd Blanche is Fearless, Focused, and Fair. It’s Time for the Senate to Confirm Him

Praised Todd Blanche as qualified for Attorney General confirmation.

“Todd Blanche is dedicated to the rule of law. He is fearless, focused, and fair. As Attorney General, he will provide candid advice even when it is not easy. He will stand up for the United States. He will keep the American people safe. It is time to confirm him as Attorney General.”

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Barrasso Calls on Senate Democrats to Avoid Another Painful Shutdown

Urged Senate Democrats to vote to keep government open and avoid shutdown.

“Senator Schumer has said he wants to avoid a shutdown. It’s time to prove it. The question is: Do Democrats in this body have the courage to stand up to the extremists who have taken over their party?”

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Barrasso Statement on Ann Simpson

Released statement honoring Ann Simpson, Wyoming arts advocate and longtime community leader.

“Ann Simpson devoted her life to her family and serving the people of Wyoming. For seven decades, Wyoming was fortunate to listen and learn from Ann and Al. They made a legendary team, always working together to make Wyoming and Washington a better place. Ann was also a champion for Wyoming’s art community.”

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Radical Democrats Are Determined to Tear Down Our Country and Tear Up the Constitution

Criticized Democratic Socialists of America as radical threat to national security and military.

“Today’s Democrat Party is driven by its activist wing. These are people who are radical, extreme, dangerous, and scary. They’ve put it into writing with their manifesto. They’re admitting it out loud on television. Here in the United States Senate, Democrat Senators are embracing radical policies.”

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Barrasso Introduces Legislation to Modernize Retirement Savings Regulations

Introduced bill to simplify and modernize Individual Retirement Account regulations.

“Washington red tape shouldn’t prevent Americans from saving for their retirement. People need to be able to save in the way that works best for them. Outdated and unnecessary federal rules create uncertainty and make it harder for financial advisors to serve retirement savers”

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Passing the Lindsey Graham Sanctions Bill Will Cripple Russia’s War Machine

Spoke in favor of Russia sanctions bill to weaken Putin's war machine.

“Energy is the cash cow of Putin’s war machine. It is also Russia’s Achilles’s Heel. Cut it off, and Russia cannot continue to fight. Russia’s biggest customer is Communist China. The next is India. They will be hit hard.”

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Committee Passes Barrasso Bill to Unleash Wyoming Coal Production

Committee passed bill to extend coal lease bonus payment periods and boost production.

“Nearly half of all coal produced in America comes from Wyoming. Wyoming coal provides our nation with safe, reliable, and affordable energy”

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Senate Declares July 25 the National Day of the American Cowboy

Senate passed resolution designating July 25 as National Day of the American Cowboy.

“In Wyoming, we commit to following the Cowboy Code. That means living each day with courage, taking pride in our work, and doing what needs to be done”

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Barrasso: Election Security Begins with Border Security

Stated election security requires border security and criticized noncitizen voter registration.

“Democrats need to stop opposing every effort that we make on this Senate Floor to secure our border and to enforce our immigration laws. Election security begins with border security. Today’s Democrats want neither border security nor election security.”

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Barrasso Questions FERC Commissioners on Wyoming’s Seminoe Pumped Storage Project

Questioned FERC commissioners on Wyoming's Seminoe Pumped Storage Project and wildlife concerns.

“So, Madam Chairman, I would ask others and you to commit to taking a renewed look at the State’s comments and consider their incorporation into your final decision?”

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Barrasso Questions US Trade Rep on Wyoming Soda Ash, Beef, Sheep and Chemical Manufacturing

Questioned trade representative on tariff impacts to Wyoming industries.

“How are you working to ensure fair market access for American producers like soda ash in India?”

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Barrasso: Democrats Want to Raise Taxes and Protect Fraud

Criticized Democrats for opposing tax cuts and fraud enforcement measures.

“Working families are overtaxed. Fraud is already out of control. Democrats will make life less affordable. That is not what the American people want.”

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Barrasso: Today’s Democrat Party is Driven by Extremists

Criticized Democratic Party as driven by extremists on immigration, healthcare and judicial appointments.

“The American people demand and deserve better. And Republicans are going to continue to fight for freedom, for liberty, and for continued American greatness.”

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Barrasso: Democrats Prepare for Another Shutdown

Criticized Democrats for preparing to cause another government shutdown.

“Senator Schumer has proven he is willing to disrupt travel, delay paychecks, and endanger our national security when he thinks it helps him politically. He may have said on this Floor he wants to avoid a shutdown. His actions signal Democrats are ready to do it again.”

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