Richard Shelby

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

S.1 would permanently tip the scales in favor of Democrats by politicizing the FEC, pouring federal tax dollars into campaigns, and chilling free speech. Do Americans really want their taxes going toward a federal campaign fund that would finance the expenses of all candidates? — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

States should be left with the freedom & flexibility to administer their own respective elections, without interference from the federal govt. S.1 would force a single, partisan view of elections on more than 10,000 jurisdictions across the country. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Today, I spoke on the Senate floor about my opposition to S.1 – Democrats’ partisan, power-grab election bill – which contains many alarming provisions that would have a devastating impact on our nation’s electoral process and would make our elections more chaotic & less secure. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

This morning, I questioned @USArmy officials regarding @POTUS’s budget request for the Army, which reflects a 2% reduction from FY2021. I’m concerned that we are sending the wrong message to both our allies and our adversaries. My full statement: https://t.co/UfyHhp3Bnl — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Praying for everyone impacted by the devastating storms that swept through Alabama this weekend. Thank you to our first responders and the many people on the ground helping the communities hit and the families mourning such tragic loss. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Congratulations to Alabama's very own Olympian, Paige Madden! The Mobile native has secured a spot on the 2021 U.S. Olympic swim team and will compete in Tokyo this summer. I will be cheering Paige and the entire team on with pride as they represent our great country. #TeamUSA — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Honored to receive @ShipbuildersUSA's 2021 Maritime Leadership award. Our shipbuilders provide significant & essential support in the maintenance & modernization of our naval forces, our @USCG, and our commercial industry. I look forward to continuing to prioritize their work. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

I look forward to hearing how this administration plans to keep pace and counter the threats from Russia and China while simultaneously cutting investments in defense. https://t.co/ppkMjBuS4o — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

With military investments in China and Russia continuing to outpace U.S. investments, I find it hard to believe that the requirements outlined by General Dunford just four years ago are no longer instructive. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

The FY22 @DeptofDefense budget proposal signals that the U.S. is not committed to investing in readiness, training, state-of-the-art equipment, and technological overmatch. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

In years past, we've made the investments necessary to ensure that we have the best trained, best prepared, & best equipped fighting force in the world. But this year, the budget proposal signals to the world that this Administration is no longer committed to that. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

The National Defense Strategy provides a road map for what the @DeptofDefense needs – at a minimum – to meet the challenges posed by a re-emergence of long-term strategic competition with China and Russia. Anything less jeopardizes our national security. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Cutting our defense funding is not a plan I can get behind – and it’s not a plan that sends the right message to our adversaries or our men and women in uniform who are asked to make the ultimate sacrifice. https://t.co/ppkMjBuS4o — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

RT @ASPAJadams: We’re thinking PINK suits us well!! ONE’s new ocean carriage into the Port of Mobile starts June 17. Welcoming added vesse… — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

This entirely avoidable crisis situation at the border is only getting worse. The Biden Administration has the means to end this crisis, but @POTUS chooses not to do so. That’s unfortunate for both our citizens and the rule of law. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

.@USGAO's decision today makes clear that there are two sets of rules when it comes to executing funds appropriated by Congress: one for Democrat administrations and one for Republican administrations. @SenCapito and I responded with a joint statement: https://t.co/qaFtV4CQaf — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Today, we celebrate 246 years of the United States Army! I am grateful to every soldier who has served or is currently serving our great nation for protecting and defending our precious liberties. Thank you, @USArmy! https://t.co/Fgm0rfBTFJ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

This program is designed to provide federal funding to reimburse counties that suffered damage and destruction to their community’s infrastructure. If you qualify for assistance, I encourage you to visit https://t.co/RlhNXzoN9c or call 1-800-621-3362 to register. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Some news from @FEMA for Alabamians who were impacted by the tornadoes and severe weather on March 25 and 26: Public assistance has now been approved for Bibb, Calhoun, Clay, Hale, Perry, Randolph, and Shelby counties, in addition to individual assistance! — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Today in a Senate Appropriations hearing, I met with top officials regarding @USAirForce & @SpaceForceDoD budget requests. I was pleased to hear DoD and Space Force are at the forefront of protecting both military and commercial assets in space. https://t.co/blqrai7RUY — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Today in a Senate Appropriations hearing, I met with top officials regarding @USAirForce & @SpaceForceDoD budget requests. I was pleased to hear Space Force is at the forefront of protecting both military and commercial assets in space. https://t.co/blqrai7RUY — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Deputy Bill Smith will be remembered for what he was, a true American hero. My deepest condolences remain with his family, friends, and colleagues. We owe the brave men and women in blue a great debt of gratitude for their sacrifice and commitment. https://t.co/HWwVwGhqGl — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

We are forever indebted to all those in uniform who have fallen for our freedom. In honor of these brave soldiers, we remember how they made the ultimate sacrifice to serve and protect our great nation. These courageous heroes will never be forgotten. #MemorialDay2021 — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

The proposal completely disregards our debt of more than $28 trillion, yet somehow still shortchanges our national security. Our highest priority should be funding our national defense to counter the threats they pose, not financing the far-left’s longstanding wish list. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

President Biden’s FY22 budget request is a blueprint for the higher taxes, excessive spending, and disproportionate funding priorities the American people can expect from his Administration over the next four years. https://t.co/O23yuFhdVM — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Today in a closed Senate Appropriations hearing, I received an update on the Intelligence Community and the challenges their agencies are facing. Maintaining a robust intelligence apparatus is necessary to keep our strategic advantage over our adversaries. https://t.co/D7061kmLgX — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

John Warner was a real man. He was a WWII & Korean War veteran, and served as Secretary of the Navy. Notably, he was a five-term Senator, where he chaired @SASCGOP and @SenateRules. John was smart, funny, and a great colleague in the Senate. He will be missed by all who knew him. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Pleased construction has begun to deepen & widen the Port of Mobile, something I’m confident will improve Alabama’s state & local economy for generations. This project has been a top priority of mine for several years. I look forward to its completion and the resulting benefits. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Pleased that @CamgianMicro selected downtown Tuscaloosa as the location for their newly relocated Center for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This is great news for Alabama and the future of defense technology. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Shelby @SenShelby

Pleased that @CamgianMacro selected downtown Tuscaloosa as the location for their newly relocated Center for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This is great news for Alabama and the future of defense technology. — PolitiTweet.org