Michelle and I send our congratulations to a fellow Chicagoan, His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. This is a historic day for the United States, and we will pray for him as he begins the sacred work of leading the Catholic Church and setting an example for so many, regardless of faith.

Congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic selection. Doug and I join millions across our nation and around the world in praying for him as he steps into his new role and leads the Catholic Church.

Thanks to the advocacy of Black Alabamians and organizations like All On The Line, Black voters in Alabama will continue voting in fair congressional districts that allow them to elect candidates of their choice. This is a win for Alabama, and proof that progress is possible.

Who else agrees that Kamala Harris, without a doubt, would've been a better president? #SaveMedicaidKillTheBill

Donald Trump just bombed Iran without Congress’ approval, which is a highly impeachable offense. By bombing Iran, Trump is declaring an act of war against another country — which he does not have the Constitutional authority to do. He is an insane lunatic. He must be impeached.

Donald Trump illegally took military action against Iran—without congressional authorization—risking dragging us into another endless war. I am calling for an immediate emergency session of Congress to vote on the War Powers Resolution.

Obama ends the war in Iraq. Biden ends the war in Afghanistan. Trump starts a new war with Iran after promising no new wars. Republicans start wars, Democrats end them.

Tonight, the President ignored the Constitution by unilaterally engaging our military without Congressional authorization. I join my colleagues in demanding answers from the Administration on this operation which endangers American lives and risks further escalation and

As our nation girds for possible Iranian terrorist attacks, this is the person Trump put in charge of terrorism prevention. 22 years old. Recent work experience: landscaping/grocery clerk. Never worked a day in counter-terrorism. But he’s a BIG Trump fan. So he got the job.

BREAKING: Iranian parliament has just voted to close the Strait of Hormuz. - 20% of global oil passes through the Strait HERE’s what to expect if successful: - Oil Prices could spike by 30–50%+ almost immediately - Global Inflation likely Rises - U.S. Gas Prices likely

Last night, Trump said Iran’s nuclear program was “completely and totally obliterated.” This morning, JD Vance says we will “permanently dismantle that nuclear program over the coming years.” Which is it? Sounds like more endless war against the will of the American people.

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Thanks to Senate Republicans, 17 million people will lose their health care. Thanks to Senate Republicans, rural hospitals will close. Thanks to Senate Republicans, three million Americans, including veterans and seniors, will lose food assistance. Thanks to Senate

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Because She. Because He!

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