Senator Tim Kaine
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The tariffs Trump announced last week will cost families $4,000 a year and have raised the risk of a recession. Following my successful push against Trump's Canada tariffs, I’m working with @WydenPress, @SenRandPaul, and @SenSchumer to lead a new effort to challenge his latest.
I’m pressing the Trump Admin for answers on the unexplained firing of NSA Director and CYBERCOM Commander General Haugh and the reassignment of NSA Deputy Director Noble. Bad actors attack U.S. infrastructure near daily and unjustified firings of key national security personnel put us at risk.
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Trump inherited an economy that was the envy of the world. But in a few short months, bad policies like Trump’s tariffs have caused chaos and increased the risk of a recession. I’m going to keep working to prevent economic disaster.
I’m disturbed by news of the shooting in Spotsylvania and am praying for the victims and their families, as well as the law enforcement officers who are on the scene. I will be monitoring closely.
I was glad to be in Ottawa today for a series of meetings with @CanadianPM, members of his cabinet and Canadian business leaders alongside @SenatorShaheen, @SenKevinCramer, @SenAmyKlobuchar and @SenPeterWelch. Our economic, security, and cultural ties with Canada are invaluable.
Today, on the U.S. Foreign Service's 101st birthday, I thank Foreign Service Officers for their work promoting human rights and U.S. national security interests around the world—and I stand with them against reckless, mass cuts that will make Americans and the world less safe.
It's been 5 years since George Floyd was murdered. I'm disturbed that the DOJ recently halted ongoing investigations and dropped police agreements put in place after his death and other similar incidents to improve oversight and prevent tragedies. That's dangerous.
On this Memorial Day, we remember the brave men and women in uniform who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Together, we honor and express our deep gratitude to them and recommit to supporting Gold Star families.
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Update: Republicans just voted down my amendment to protect veterans from mass firings. This is a slap in the face to all who have dutifully served their nation.
Today, at the start of Disability Pride Month, I’m fighting tooth and nail to protect services—like Medicaid—that millions of Americans with disabilities rely on as the GOP attempts to gut these services in their budget bill. I’m proud to stand with Virginia’s disabled community.
My statement with @markwarner after we voted NO on the dangerous Republican megabill:
61 years ago today, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 became law. It finally outlawed segregation in everyday places, such as restaurants, theaters, and hotels. We’ve come a long way since, but there’s still a lot of progress to be made. Today, let’s continue that work.
My statement with @markwarner on this week’s National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) hearing about the tragic January 29 crash near DCA:
Today, I talked with State Department officers who were arbitrarily laid off by President Trump. From counterterrorism and embassy security, to protecting human rights around the world—their jobs are critical. Losing this expertise puts our security and prosperity at serious risk.
Public broadcasting provides educational programming, local news, and emergency alerts for rural communities. But despite all the good it does, Trump and the congressional GOP gutted the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Now 13 stations across VA have lost significant funding.
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Epstein's sweetheart deal? Cut by a Republican administration.

The guy who cut it? Trump put him in his first Cabinet.

Epstein's mysterious death? During Trump's first term.

Trump promised to release the files. Now he's not.

This is a Republican scandal. What is Trump hiding?
My statement on Eli Lilly’s announcement that it will build a $5 billion manufacturing facility in Goochland County:
As a former fair housing attorney, I know the importance of safe, reliable housing—and how urgently Congress needs to address the discrimination veterans and low-income families face when applying for it. That's why I'm leading legislation to help.
Trump’s trade war with Canada has caused:
-U.S. product sales in Canada to plummet
-Canadian tourism to the U.S. to nosedive
-Damage to our relationship with one of our closest allies
I urge my colleagues to support my bill to end these new taxes and protect the American people.