Warnock, Cruz Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect American Shrimpers

Introduced bipartisan legislation to protect American shrimpers from unfair foreign trade practices.

“Our bipartisan legislation will help level the playing field, support American producers and ensure Georgia’s shrimping industry has a fair chance to compete and thrive”

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Warnock-Led Private Equity Housing Ban Clears Congress, Heads to President’s Desk in Landmark Housing Package

Announced passage of housing bill including provision banning large corporations from mass-purchasing single-family homes.

“This is a major win for ordinary Americans and a great first step toward addressing the housing crisis that plagues our country”

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Warnock on the Passing of Martha Zoller

Expressed condolences on the passing of Martha Zoller.

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Warnock Celebrates DHS Cancelling Plans for Social Circle Detention Center

Celebrated DHS cancellation of plans for ICE detention centers in Social Circle and Oakwood, Georgia.

“When we stand up and speak out, the power of the people is more powerful than the people in power. I was proud to elevate the concerns of the people of Social Circle and Oakwood over the past four months to pressure the administration to backtrack on their dangerous plans.”

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Warnock Speaks Out Against Racial Gerrymandering at Georgia State Capitol

Spoke against racial gerrymandering at Georgia State Capitol following Supreme Court decision.

“We’ve come with a clear message to Georgia Republicans. You stood silent as the president’s foreign policies have robbed Georgians of affordable healthcare, food, housing, and gas, and now you’re trying to rob Georgians of their voice and of their vote”

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IRS Agrees to Lift Hiring Freeze for Taxpayer Services Following Pressure from Warnock

IRS lifted hiring freeze for taxpayer services following Warnock's pressure.

“The IRS is now executing the approved staffing plan and hiring activities are underway”

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Warnock, Van Hollen Urge White House to Preserve Bipartisan Nomination Process for Financial Regulatory Agencies

Urged White House to nominate Democrats to bipartisan financial regulatory agency boards.

“No Democrats now serve in leadership at any agency within the Committee’s jurisdiction other than the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA)”

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Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Elections from Federal Interference

Introduced bill to protect elections from federal interference and military politicization.

“We must act now to confront this threat and protect every American’s right to vote. Our democracy is on the line”

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Senate Republicans Block Warnock War Powers Resolution to Stop President Trump’s War in Iran

Criticized Senate Republicans for blocking war powers resolution to end Iran war.

“After 109 days of contradictory messaging, rampant and rank corruption—with people literally cashing in on news about this war—and devastating news stories from the Middle East, will this be the vote when my colleagues finally stand up for their constituents rather than simply standing up for Donald Trump?”

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Warnock Pushes for Report on Head Start Programs for Rural Families

Requested report on Head Start programs serving rural families and communities.

“Head Start plays a critical role in providing child care and early learning services in rural communities”

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Warnock, Cassidy Declare June 11 National Seersucker Day

Introduced resolution designating June 11 as National Seersucker Day.

“Seersucker is a New Orleans invention, a Senate tradition, and brings a welcome moment of unity to Washington every year”

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Warnock, Colleagues Press Trump Administration on Public Health Threats Posed by Ebola and Hantavirus Amid Cuts to Foreign Aid, and WHO Withdrawal

Pressed Trump administration on public health threats from WHO withdrawal and foreign aid cuts.

“The Trump Administration’s withdrawal of global health funding that once supported outbreak detection and surveillance across parts of Africa has led to the erosion of the international disease-monitoring infrastructure relied upon to identify and contain emerging infectious diseases”

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Warnock Blasts Agriculture Secretary in Ag Committee Hearing: ‘Right Now, Somebody Is Trying to Buy Groceries in Georgia and They Can’t Afford Them’

Challenged Agriculture Secretary's claim that tariffs reduced inflation and grocery prices.

“Do you realize, Madam Secretary—with all due respect—how sterile that answer sounds”

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Warnock Pushes for Increase in Mileage Reimbursement Rate as Gas Prices Skyrocket

Requested IRS increase standard mileage reimbursement rate amid high gas prices.

“For months, millions of Americans have seen their livelihoods affected by the surge in gas prices. President Trump’s senseless war in Iran has imperiled the livelihoods of these Georgians”

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Warnock Requests Safe Working Conditions for Atlanta IRS Employees Due to Rat Infestation

Requested Treasury and IRS allow Atlanta employees remote work due to rat infestation.

“I’m appalled and disgusted by the working conditions that IRS employees at the Atlanta campus face. I’m urging Secretary Bessett and IRS CEO Bisignano to remedy the situation as quickly as possible.”

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Warnock Leads 33 Senators in Effort to Protect Small and Minority Contracting Programs

Demanded DOT reconsider dismantling Disadvantaged Business Enterprise contracting programs.

“If the Department proceeds with its murky implementation of the IFR, it will be solely responsible for the chaos that follows”

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Warnock Forces Vote on Transparency Surrounding Medicaid Coverage Loss

Forced a vote requiring transparency on Medicaid coverage loss data; amendment blocked by Republicans.

“Since Republicans refused to reverse these harmful cuts, my amendment simply asks for transparency. That’s it… If my colleagues have nothing to hide, they should have no problem with transparency to reveal the scale of coverage loss.”

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What $70B Could Do for the American People Instead of More Money for ICE and CBP

Proposed alternative uses for $70 billion ICE and CBP funding, including universal pre-K and cost reduction programs.

“The $70 billion that Senate Republicans will force through this week could fund universal pre-K for all 3-and 4-year-olds in this country for two years. Our government doesn’t suffer from a lack of resources. We suffer from a lack of imagination”

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Warnock Bashes Bessent on Higher Prices in Senate Finance Hearing: ‘You Should Talk to the People in Georgia’

Questioned Treasury Secretary Bessent on Trump administration policies worsening inflation and cost of living.

“Folks back at home in Georgia, whom I represent, are struggling to just make their lives work”

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Warnock Championed Legislation that Extends Tax Deadline for South Georgia Wildfire Victims

Championed legislation extending tax deadline for South Georgia wildfire victims, signed into law.

“Families who’ve just lost everything in a fire have a lot on their minds; the IRS shouldn’t be one of those things. That’s why I introduced bipartisan legislation to give victims of natural disasters some much-needed relief. I’m proud my bill was signed into law and already in action supporting Georgia wildfire victims”

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Warnock, Colleagues Push CFTC for Public Update into Suspicious Oil Futures Trades

Sent letter requesting CFTC public update on suspicious oil futures trades.

“Recent U.S. military action against Iran has resulted in significant volatility in global markets, with prices surging from $66 to nearly $120 per barrel since the onset of the military action against Iran, with oil futures settling between $100 and $110 per barrel”

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Warnock Statement on Teamsters Local 528 Negotiations

Warnock called for good-faith labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 528 drivers in Georgia.

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Warnock Speaks to Atlanta Press Club on Voting Rights, Gerrymandering, Affordability

Warnock spoke to Atlanta journalists on voting rights, gerrymandering, and affordability issues.

“Democracy is the house we live in; it is the framework in which we get to fight for the things that matter, and honestly, this is a sad moment in the history of our country. The decision by the Supreme Court is a devastating blow to our democracy. The implications are massive and far-reaching”

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Warnock Lays Out Bold Vision to Address Voting Rights and Expand Democracy

Outlined vision to expand voting rights, reform Supreme Court, and end filibuster for voting legislation.

“Democracy is the house we live in, and MAGA politicians, some of them on the Supreme Court, are burning and looting the House, and so we have to take it seriously.”

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Warnock Demands Secretary Kennedy Allow CDC Experts to Do Their Jobs Amid Global Health Emergencies

Demanded HHS Secretary allow CDC experts to communicate freely about disease outbreaks.

“Let us be clear: we have complete confidence in the career experts at CDC who are, and have been, working to respond to this potential threat”

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