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U.S. Senator for Maryland. . Small Biz, Foreign Relations, Finance, Enviro committees.

Maryland, USA
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  1. Retweeted
    14 hours ago

    My Democratic colleagues and I agree: American workers > corporate interests.

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    16 hours ago

    . on 's military parade request: "These types of displays are usually done by countries that are trying to impress the world about their military might when they don’t have military might"

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  3. Feb 6

    .' remarks that Democrats were "treasonous" for not applauding enough throughout his State of the Union address represent total insensitivity to our nation's bedrock values -- freedom of expression being one of them.

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  4. Feb 6

    I also look forward to jumping back into the leadership of , providing a voice for the small businesses that are the economic engine of our country. Much thanks to for her tremendous stewardship of the committee during such a volatile time.

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  5. Feb 6

    It has been a privilege to serve the caucus as Ranking Member on and I look forward to working side-by-side with on the key national security challenges that lay ahead, particularly the ongoing threats from .

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    Feb 6

    President Trump seems to think that MS-13 gang members can exploit "loopholes" in the asylum system in order to come into this country. Once again, he is woefully misinformed. This is the real pathway.

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    Jan 30

    Trump's immigration demands relating to the border are not aimed at securing the border or closing "loopholes." They will close the door to refugees fleeing gang violence and terror, and punish those who seek US protection by sending them to jail or sending them back to harm.

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  8. Feb 6

    TPS recipients are legal immigrants. They came here seeking refuge from tragedy. Now, 1/3 of them are U.S. homeowners. They are the parents of more than 190,000 U.S. born children. They deserve continued legal status. I call on my colleagues to keep fighting to .

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    Feb 5

    and are necessary to protect the rights of ALL workers. RT if you agree.

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  10. Feb 6

    Inspiring action by the Catholic community on behalf of today. Thank you all for standing up and speaking out on the need for a clean . I stand with you.

    Getting ready for our Catholic prayer service for Dreamers!
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  11. Feb 5

    The Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company is a fair-trade, organic coffee purveyor in Crofton that's made environmental restoration a core part of their operations. Truly making Maryland proud. Thank you to their inspiring team for hosting me today.

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  12. Feb 5

    A real pleasure meeting with today to discuss the Historic Preservation Tax Credit, which has proven to be a truly transformative and successful tool in revitalizing Maryland communities. I'm determined to ensure it's maintained and expanded in the years to come.

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  13. Feb 4

    This was the right move. Now let's try for a qualified nominee who believes in science and values science over politics to make policy decisions.

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  14. Feb 4

    On Thursday, we hit the government's funding deadline. Again. Republicans control the House, Senate and White House. I hope they understand we cannot govern -- and our military & federal agencies cannot effectively do their jobs -- with continuing resolutions. We need a .

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  15. Feb 3

    There are useful and important ways we could be spending $25 billion. A is not one of them. It would do nothing to address the core problems with our immigration system, making it fundamentally ineffective and a waste of taxpayers' money. Let's do better.

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  16. Feb 3

    Also : Providing broadband to more Americans. $5 billion would provide high speed internet access to more than 2,000 rural communities that are currently underserved. Today, internet access is critical for finding employment, going to school and staying connected.

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  17. Feb 3

    More ideas: Infrastructure. $25 billion would reduce our bridge backlog by 20%, increasing safety and efficiency on our roadways nationwide, all while creating 325,000 jobs. $25 billion would also reduce the public transit repair backlog by nearly 1/3.

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  18. Feb 3

    More ideas for how we could spend $25 billion, besides on a futile : Veterans. $25 billion would cover much of what's needed over the next decade to repair, upgrade, and meet safety standards at our VA hospitals, and close critical gaps in the VA's system.

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  19. Feb 2

    Agree.

    The latest attacks on the FBI and Department of Justice serve no American interests – no party’s, no president’s, only Putin’s.
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  20. Feb 2

    ... the president continues to do all he can to marginalize the rule of law and the independence of the Justice Department, while crippling the intelligence and law enforcement professionals who work tirelessly to keep our country safe.

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