Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Slamming the courthouse doors closed on workers doesn’t just put their lives at risk, it also hurts responsible businesses that are trying to do right by their employees & customers. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Senator McConnell may think this relief package is a political game, but those families sure don’t. And as expected, McConnell would rather prioritize a near-blanket immunity shield for big businesses over the frontline workers making sure we can all put food on our table. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This kind of major cut to unemployment benefits means families across the country won’t be able to pay their bills or feed their children. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Senate Republicans apparently think the response to a global pandemic is to cut benefits for people who have lost their jobs & increase burdens on states in the midst of an economic crisis. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

After unconscionable delay, Republicans have released a partisan travesty that is inadequate&unacceptable. This bill does nothing to make our communities safer from COVID-19—underfunding testing while delays run rampant&including just a 1/4 of what health care providers need. — PolitiTweet.org

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CT & our nation are at a moment of reckoning. More must be done to remove systemic racism & rectify racial injustices. Proud to join @TreasurerWooden & community members to demand legislative action. There is no excuse not to pass the Justice in Policing Act. https://t.co/Ft6GVo1DZB — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

General Tata’s record of repeated, repugnant statements is inexcusable. Anyone nominated to a senior position in the Pentagon must value diversity, inclusion, & unity. People fueled by bigoted & hate-filled rhetoric have no place in our military’s leadership. https://t.co/0dIbJiJQeZ — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Trump’s empty drug price ploy fails the straight face test. Instead of real reform, he’s issuing ineffectual edicts, seeking to hoodwink seniors & heighten his poll numbers. Sorry, Mr. President, Americans will see through this ruse. https://t.co/3ISeqgjCkU — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Too much coincidence to be credible. More than an IG investigation, it’s time now for the Senate Armed Services Committee to show strength & apply scrutiny. Hold hearings & investigate Trump’s misuse of military against Americans. https://t.co/eewgAYzAN1 — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Testing delays can be deadly. Delays often range from 6 to 10 days—a lifetime as the pandemic spreads. Colleagues should stop blocking the HEROES Act— so investment of billions can speed testing & save lives, like St. Francis is doing. https://t.co/3PJ2XJRbJW — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The desire to return to "normalcy" & reopen schools is understandable, but it’s possible only with safe steps to protect kids, educators, & their families. In short, stop stalling the HEROES Act‘s necessary funding for COVID-19 resources. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The CDC comes close to malpractice in guidance that sugarcoats school reopening dangers. Trump has turned schools into political battlegrounds, which does an immense disservice to everyone: students, teachers, staff, & parents. https://t.co/VhkoIXz8jI — PolitiTweet.org

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TeleHealth Access for Seniors is bridging a crucial gap in CT & across the country by providing devices to some of our most vulnerable populations. Especially during this COVID-19 pandemic, thank you for all your excellent work. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Surging gun sales—mid-pandemic—are enabled by the Charleston loophole. It allows ineligible, dangerous people to skirt background checks&make illegal gun purchases. Stop stalling the Background Check Completion Act, commonsense legislation I’m helping to lead. No check, no sale. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I was proud to be a leading supporter of renaming bases—dropping references to failed, traitorous Confederate generals. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I am proud to have fought for funding to support thousands of high-quality jobs in CT & to ensure our great armed forces have unsurpassable resources to keep our nation & themselves safe. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This NDAA’s unmatched, robust investment in strategic defense tools—submarines, helicopters, & aircraft built in CT—will keep our country secure & our state’s economy strong. Thanks to dedication & supreme skill, CT is the hub of excellence for our nation’s defense industry. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

By passing the #NOBANAct the House made it clear that Trump’s xenophobia has no place as law of the land. The Senate must now waste no time in taking up this legislation & vote to repeal these hateful, cruel bans. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

.@maziehirono is right. We need answers to pressing questions about misconduct, abuse of power, & waste by the Justice Department. Proud to join her on the letter that sparked this investigation by DOJ OIG. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

What we are seeing right now is a corruption of the rule of law. The purpose, intent & effect of deploying these forces is to intimidate, subjugate basic rights & incite violence—all in service of Trump’s political agenda. Congress has an obligation to check this abuse of power. https://t.co/Id36lY3VDi — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

We need reforms with real teeth. We’re talking here about lives & dollars. It’s beyond time schools, conferences, & the NCAA put athletes not profits first. That’s why I’m working with @SenBooker on a College Athletes Bill of Rights to empower & protect these students. https://t.co/QSj4mlsYBA — PolitiTweet.org

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Developing a COVID-19 vaccine—& distributing it widely & fairly—is essential. I’ll hold this admin accountable to ensure equitable, universal access. Until an effective vaccine is available, our new normal of masks & physical distancing must continue. We cannot be complacent. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

CT researchers & innovators are once again on the cutting edge of technology & science, with hopeful news about vaccine progress. CT scientists & leaders in clinic trials are among our heroes, richly deserving thanks for their excellent work toward a safe & effective vaccine. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

There should be no exceptions, no disparities when it comes to maternal health. Every parent deserves access to the quality, affordable care & support they need to have a healthy pregnancy, birth, & baby. #BumpDay https://t.co/7U2VZlCISl — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Today, Headshot Booker is offering complimentary professional headshots in Manchester & Norwalk for those currently out of work. Visit the link below for more details & to reserve a time. https://t.co/d0qCEcy53t — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Americans need relief now. I stood with advocates today to call on Congress to urgently pass the HEROES Act—providing critical funding to help ease the health care & economic fallout of COVID-19. We cannot afford any inaction & delays by this administration or McConnell. https://t.co/5RmgkkeqDA — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

This step takes Trump’s contempt for the Constitution to a new low. Refusing to count every person—regardless of citizenship—is blatantly illegal. It's also flagrant flailing by an Admin bent on a cruel, hateful anti-immigrant agenda. It must be blocked. https://t.co/54Xqa5B367 — PolitiTweet.org

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The Senate must join in this reform—making the President accountable to Congress whenever he uses American military force against Americans. Our military should defend our liberties, not endanger them. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I agree with @SenWarren. When it comes to preserving our democracy, sunlight is the best disinfectant. Transparency is urgently needed to ensure taxpayer funded COVID-19 relief is being responsibly allocated, not corruptly syphoned to political cronies & crooked companies. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Weapons of war should not be in our communities or being used against peaceful protestors exercising their Constitutional rights. With today’s vote the Senate can start to #DemilitarizeThePolice. — PolitiTweet.org