Senator Chris Van Hollen

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Trump and McConnell have consistently jammed through judicial nominees who have terrible records on voting rights, and their 200th nominee is no different. We should make it easier, not harder, for Americans to vote. To protect our democracy, vote NO on Cory Wilson. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The same person who told us to inject bleach is now telling us that the virus is “fading away.” Public health experts, like @T_Inglesby, show how wrong he is. Trump’s cavalier attitude is infecting Senate Republicans who refuse to act now on additional emergency relief. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

On this Father’s Day, when so many families are struggling and missing their dads, we still see rays of light, including this uplifting story about a great Maryland dad—who is accepting Bad Dad Jokes, with donations going to support needy families. https://t.co/fGUbF3f3fT — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

When President Trump talks about “America First” tonight, remember he has sadly kept his promise in one grim respect: under his botched leadership we are the first in the world in COVID-19 deaths. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Barr has repeatedly dishonored his office and undermined the rule of law by acting as Trump's personal consigliere, instead of the chief law enforcement officer. He mocks the requirements of a functioning democracy. Congress must subpoena him to testify under penalty of perjury. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Introduced two bills with @SenatorCarper to strip Trump of his power to federalize DC's Police and National Guard—which he used to violate the rights of residents. As we fight to make D.C. the 51st state, we must prevent the president from seizing, using, and abusing this power. https://t.co/2ozlGEmVWL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Will be closely scrutinizing the Navy’s report because the decision to not reinstate Captain Crozier sends the wrong signal. Those speaking the truth and attempting to protect the health of their crew shouldn’t face retaliation. https://t.co/MmoKECJ8NX — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Nice try. The game is up. If you really cared, you would pick up the phone and tell Sen. McConnell to allow the Senate to vote on the House-passed Promise Act to protect Dreamers and TPS recipients. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

#Juneteenth is at the heart of our history and should be a national holiday. It's a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the painful legacy of slavery that we must confront to complete the urgent work to build a perfect union and meet the promise of true equality. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

A few weeks ago, Trump asked several Republican governors to send their National Guard to the District of Columbia as part of a reckless military crackdown on peaceful protestors. Taxpayers have a right to know how much this excessive use of force is going to cost them. https://t.co/8MfyAqNSFt — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Instead of waiting for his book, Bolton should have shared this disturbing info before. But now we know why Trump has blocked efforts to hold China and Russia accountable—he wanted their help to cheat in 2020. And McConnell has been complicit and blocked these bipartisan bills: https://t.co/mZi5e8fbV7 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

This week, FCC Chairman Pai agreed with me—we must close the Homework Gap & digital divide, especially given the harsh inequities further exposed by COVID-19. We’ve introduced bills to solve this issue, but Pai has the authority to fix parts of it now—yet he hasn't. Do it! https://t.co/Hx1gnhNT4J — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

It would be gross negligence for the Senate to leave town for July 4th before passing another emergency relief package. Families, workers, and our state and local governments need aid fast. The House passed the Heroes Act over a month ago, what is Mitch McConnell doing? https://t.co/QA8m8LKqqZ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

A very important day for Dreamers and our country. SCOTUS ruled that Trump's decision to end DACA was “arbitrary and capricious.” But this doesn’t mean our work is over. The ball is in our court. We need permanent legislation. The Senate must pass the Dream and Promise Act. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The Trump Administration wants to gut our bipartisan bill and block us from holding China accountable for its brutal crackdown of Hong Kong. Bolton's book tells us why. This is pure politics for Trump, not about supporting Hong Kong. https://t.co/H2TCzdnSc5 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

It’s been over a month since the House passed the Heroes Act and as the federal eviction moratorium is set to expire in July, those hit hardest by the pandemic will be forced out of their homes if they aren’t able to pay rent. Why won’t McConnell act? https://t.co/WQdfxnrI9Q — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Big news: The House will be voting on #DCStatehood next Friday. Historic moment for the over 700,000 taxpayers of our nation’s capital who have been robbed of representation for far too long. https://t.co/jB2z6p8JKn — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

This is a moment when we must turn pain into progress. We must bring the passionate pleas of the protestors to the floor of the Senate. Tinkering with the system will not be enough. Institutions embedded with racism need to be overhauled. https://t.co/fnaFSVqnkL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Despite some good decisions today, SCOTUS missed a chance to address the doctrine of qualified immunity which, as applied, has stifled police accountability, blocking justice for victims of brutality and mistreatment. One of the reasons why we must pass the #JusticeInPolicingAct. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Einstein called insanity doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results. Why would we start a new nuclear test race? Dangerous. Expensive. Insane. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Another important action: SCOTUS declined to consider cases that threatened critical gun safety measures, including current Maryland laws. Thanks to the advocates who helped pass them to save lives. Now the Senate needs to vote on #HR8, universal background checks! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

With today’s landmark decision, you can no longer be fired for being LGBTQ. From Stonewall to the Supreme Court, the long march to justice continues. Thanks to the grassroots activists who fought for this right. #PrideMonth https://t.co/n3nZovtP98 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

We have a duty to protect our economy, jobs, and national security from foreign actors who steal U.S. trade secrets and technology. Introduced a bipartisan bill to deter this larceny by penalizing those caught trying to cheat their way to success. https://t.co/Kh6zeAVwGX — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The U.S. Capitol should honor leaders who worked to build a more perfect union, not those who stood in its way. Our bill would replace a statue of one Maryland SCOTUS Justice—author of notorious Dred Scott opinion—with another, who argued Brown v. Board. https://t.co/8I0DYrgy0G — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

The use of public funds must be accompanied by accountability to the public. If hedge funds and political insiders got PPP $$ ahead of genuine small businesses, taxpayers deserve to know. Trump won’t but Congress must demand transparency. https://t.co/ORReKO6ZFS — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

Every day the Senate GOP finds a new way to grovel before Trump. Today, Republican Budget Committee members voted to confirm Russell Vought as permanent Dir. of OMB—the guy in charge when GAO found OMB thumbed its nose at Congress and illegally withheld assistance from Ukraine. https://t.co/guJAMGIJNa — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

My office continues to hear from hundreds of constituents each week who are encountering problems receiving their unemployment benefits from the Maryland Department of Labor. We are once again asking the Governor and state to resolve these issues now. https://t.co/MxkzEKz5hB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

I stand with the over 1,250 former Justice Department workers who are calling for an investigation into AG Barr for his role in violating the constitutional rights of Americans. Called on the DOJ IG to do this last week. Needs to happen and Barr has to go. https://t.co/im1wAFEhtF — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

#JusticeInPolicingAct would: ➡️Establish mechanisms to hold police accountable ➡️Ban abusive practices like chokeholds ➡️Create a national misconduct registry ➡️End qualified immunity Critical first step, but much work ahead to eliminate systemic racism in all its ugly forms. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Chris Van Hollen @ChrisVanHollen

We have an obligation at every level of government to uproot and destroy racism embedded within institutions and social structures with the same kind of deliberate action that put it there in the first place. Justice delayed is justice denied. https://t.co/mHDcjUOIyH — PolitiTweet.org