Senator Tom Carper

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Americans woke up to more devastating unemployment numbers this morning. The families behind these numbers, who find themselves in dire straits through no fault of their own, need relief now. Do Republicans still think another relief package right now is unnecessary? — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

The Governor’s right: restrictions aren’t put in place to annoy people. They’re put in place to protect others because at the end of the day, we’re all in this together. I’m reminded of the Golden Rule, to treat others the way we want to be treated. Let’s live up to that. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Happy birthday to my friend and fellow Delawarean, @JohnCarneyDE! As we navigate these unprecedented times, those of us in the First State are lucky to have a governor who is compassionate and guided by science. We’re grateful to have you leading our team! https://t.co/R6LqSG3ffL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

In the First State, we are lucky to have Cesarina as one of our many front line workers. She came to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic with her family when she was just seven years old. To Cesarina, and all of our #ImmigrantHealthHeroes: we salute you, and we thank you. https://t.co/TNIbBcqoGb — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

One in six health care and social service workers is an immigrant to this country. That's 3.1 million men and women on the front lines giving back to their communities in profound ways. They are caring, they are courageous and they are our #ImmigrantHealthHeroes — PolitiTweet.org

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As we start this political sideshow in @HSGAC, here’s a reminder of the work that this committee can and should be doing as #COVID19 continues to ravage our communities and our economy. Let’s stop chasing conspiracy theories and get back to work. Read my thread 👇 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Today's @HSGAC markup is a political show. The firm Chairman Johnson wants to subpoena in Republicans' latest chase after conspiracy theories, is already cooperating and providing documents to committee! Don't take it from me. Read the letter I just received for yourself ⬇ https://t.co/rgJFMEOLQb — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @NRDC: “This is not about politics, this is about people. And we hope to get some answers this morning.” — @SenatorCarper https://t.co/… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

RT @SenatorCarper: UPDATE: EPA is indeed allowing the continued sale of residential wood heaters whose pollution is linked to serious healt… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

In fact, @EnvDefenseFund estimated that there would be more than 18,000 premature deaths caused by this rollback. That's more than half the people who live in Dover, Delaware—and that's just one of the rollbacks EPA has finalized during the COVID-19 pandemic. #PollutionPandemic — PolitiTweet.org

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This report documents some of the emerging evidence that COVID-19 is more likely to kill people whose preexisting conditions are worsened by breathing more polluted air. Despite this, EPA has been pursuing rollbacks that will lead to more polluted air—its own #PollutionPandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

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This @EPWDems #PollutionPandemic report describes the clear links found between climate change and the likelihood of future pandemics. It also describes the clear evidence that other coronaviruses were more likely to cause death in those who were also exposed to air pollution. — PolitiTweet.org

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EPA is charged with protecting everyone in this country from drinking unsafe water and breathing unsafe air. But when it comes to that important mission, too often, EPA has done the opposite of what it should. This #PollutionPandemic report paints a grim picture. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

I’m ready to hear from the experts. I’m ready to listen to the folks on the ground. I’m ready to conduct much-needed oversight. Let’s do the important work that @HSGAC used to do — the work that makes a difference and can protect Americans going forward. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

My staff and I have spent countless hours on the phone with officials from @fema, @BARDA, @HHSgov, @StateDept, @DeptofDefense and other agencies to get the facts about the administration’s response to #COVID19. Their answers should be before @HSGAC for all Americans to hear. — PolitiTweet.org

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Finally, Congress just passed a $2 trillion relief package. My Republican colleagues used to join me in conducting oversight to root out waste, fraud and abuse. Let's hear from the administration and ensure taxpayer dollars are being spent wisely. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

For years, this committee has worked in a bipartisan way to combat the devastating opioid crisis that has plagued too many communities. Now, the coronavirus is threatening to reverse the gains we have made in that fight. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

As we face yet another early start to hurricane season, this committee could be evaluating the federal government's ability to respond to potentially deadly storms in the midst of a pandemic. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Speaking of mayors, our committee oversees the District of Columbia, which has seen a spike in #COVID19 deaths. Let's invite @MayorBowser and hear what resources our nation's capital needs, especially after being shortchanged in the #CARESAct. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

After events that fundamentally changed our country — from terrorist attacks to natural disasters — our committee learned from those on the frontlines. We should hear from health care workers, mayors, and governors dealing with #COVID19 up close. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

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In the midst of the #2020Census — an effort that requires workers to go door to door — are workers properly protected? Does the @uscensusbureau have the resources it needs to complete this critical count, especially in rural areas? That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

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According to @FBI, 2019 was the deadliest year for domestic violent extremism since the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995. And recently, there has been an alarming increase of targeted attacks on Asian Americans and other minority communities. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

We have led the way in evaluating our nation's response to infectious diseases — from the Avian flu to Ebola. Let's hear from bipartisan experts who have experience with pandemic preparedness. We can start with @GovMikeLeavitt and @RonaldKlain. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

We have seen that, even during a devastating pandemic, there are some people trying to scam Americans, particularly seniors, out of their stimulus checks. We should be making sure that bad actors are held accountable. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. https://t.co/esDeWRi6fV — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Last week, @WSJ reported that foreign hackers were targeting U.S. universities and health care firms to steal information related to #COVID19 treatments. Let’s not waste time. Let’s examine our preparedness to combat cybersecurity threats now. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

We’re less than 6 months out from an election, and there is no national plan in place to ensure that every American who is eligible to vote, can vote. We should be preparing for that now. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

.@USPS continues to deliver life-saving drugs, critical packages to homes and businesses, mail ballots, PPE, and #COVID19 tests. Yet Congress still has not come up with a plan to address the financial crisis facing this essential agency. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

During this Congress alone, Chairman Johnson has held 6 hearings on our southern border. Now, instead of chasing conspiracy theories, let's look into conditions at ICE family detention centers during a pandemic or how we reopen our borders safely. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

Our committee has a long, bipartisan history of working with whistleblowers to identify and address failures in our government. Let's hear from Dr. Bright and others about how our country and our institutions can be better prepared going forward. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Tom Carper @SenatorCarper

.@USGAO has either undertaken or will begin investigations into more than 150 audits related to misuse of taxpayer dollars allocated in the latest #COVID19 federal relief package. That deserves a @HSGAC hearing. — PolitiTweet.org