Richard Blumenthal

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Unsurprisingly, the Trump Administration is still seeking to delay, delay, delay, but we are confident that the D.C. Circuit will recognize the well-reasoned logic of the District Court, & allow discovery to proceed. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Thanks to the good work of the press, we already know of foreign emoluments that President Trump has & is receiving—we simply don’t yet know the full scope of his lawbreaking. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Now that Judge Sullivan has rightfully granted us the opportunity to proceed with discovery, we are seeking a targeted set of documents to obtain the information that we need to ensure that the President can no longer shirk his constitutional responsibility. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

The goal of my Foreign Emoluments Clause Lawsuit with @RepJerryNadler & 200+ Congressional plaintiffs is simple & straightforward—stopping Trump from putting a ‘For Sale’ sign on the Oval Office’s door. https://t.co/TLBXpmaBTP — PolitiTweet.org

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We must recognize PFAS for what it is—a hazardous substance. It’s crucial for the federal gov’t to do its part to help minimize PFAS’ health/environmental threats. Proud to join advocates&local leaders to highlight legislation that passed the Senate to address PFAS contamination. https://t.co/LI9nOZJn4X — PolitiTweet.org

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.@mPinoe is right, FIFA is wrong—INCREASING the pay gap between men’s&women’s prize money&setting the Women’s World Cup final on the same day as 2 major men’s matches. It’s way past time to treat women’s soccer stars like equals&the champions that they are.https://t.co/1L25OnC1Zn — PolitiTweet.org

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Spectacular triumph! Cheers & thanks to the champion USA women soccer stars. Your grit & grace make America proud & grateful! — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Wonderful to visit Scooter’s Deli Mart yesterday as a part of Independent Retailer Month. This family run business has been providing quality services to the Shelton community for almost 20 years. https://t.co/7kMluvZaJ6 — PolitiTweet.org

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“We’ll see what happens.” Now it’s the all purpose Trump threat—most recently an Executive Order requiring a census citizenship question. The nation’s highest court has barred it, but Trump’s only tribunal is his right wing fringe base. — PolitiTweet.org

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Does Trump know how to count? For example:The number of people (not just citizens) in USA. The number of Justices (5, including the Chief Justice) who said the citizenship question is illegal. The number of days to start printing census forms (minus 4). https://t.co/nRnzPigqRg — PolitiTweet.org

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Dizzying confusion at the DOJ is more than an embarrassing farce. It’s shamefully serious. Government lawyers have lied & suborned perjury. Now they’re scrambling to justify ongoing illegality. DOJ’s Inspector General should investigate. https://t.co/hP9YVWHtYp — PolitiTweet.org

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Another spectacular Boom Box Parade, led by Wayne Norman & his great WILI team. No better way to spend the 4th than this high spirited, big hearted celebration of America. Thank you all! https://t.co/DBXprxXAZl — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

So honored & proud to celebrate #IndependenceDay with 60 new U.S. citizens. Nothing could be more American than the 4th of July, baseball & immigration. https://t.co/3BlFE14jBT — PolitiTweet.org

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Today, on this July 4th, let’s take inspiration from true American heroes— whose grace, courage and brilliance embodied our best. And also, let’s redouble the fight against ALS and other insidious diseases that cut life short. — PolitiTweet.org

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Later that year he wrote: “This summer I got a bad break... I've still got a long season of life to play out, and my team—America—is absolutely the best in the league. That’s what counts.” He died less than 2 years later, June 2, 1941. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

80 years ago today, July 4, 1949, 36 yr old Lou Gehrig stood at Yankee Stadium to say farewell: “Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth.” — PolitiTweet.org

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The Admin is flinging legal spaghetti at the wall (& the courts) hoping something will stick. It won’t. An inapt AUMF is no approval to start war with Iran. Trump must come to Congress—but first seek to avoid military conflict by de-escalating, applying diplomacy&engaging allies. — PolitiTweet.org

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More deceptive, despicable Administration efforts to depress census responses—stirring false fears & sowing confusion. Doubling down on lies is the authoritarian playbook. — PolitiTweet.org

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More lies is the only way for DOJ lawyers to concoct a “new rationale” (their words yesterday to a federal judge) for reviving the census citizenship question. The courts should condemn this perjurious gambit—a head spinning reversal by Trump’s legal puppets. — PolitiTweet.org

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Another victory for the rule of law, fittingly just in time for the Fourth of July. Congress & the courts have both rejected President Trump’s unnecessary & racist wall. President Trump: it’s over. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Happy #FourthOfJuly to you & your family! As we celebrate our nation’s freedom, we honor all who have served & sacrificed to protect our great nation. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

.@JerryMoran &I referred Blackmun’s illegal conduct to DOJ—he shld be investigated, prosecuted&this payout must be rescinded. I’ll be asking USOPC for the terms of the severance agreement to help determine whether the Board acted appropriately authorizing this outrageous payment. — PolitiTweet.org

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Shocked to learn that former USOC CEO Scott Blackmun—who enabled abuse of our Olympic athletes by Nassar & others & lied to Congress about it—received a $2.4M golden parachute, while survivors continue to be dragged through litigation. — PolitiTweet.org

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During the month of July we celebrate independent retailers, such as Small Potatoes Crafts & Gifts in Norwich, that give local artisans a place to showcase their unique work. Our communities are strengthened when we come together & support our talented small business retailers. https://t.co/hZnc1XWk7C — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I’ll be in Columbia & Willimantic (Boom Box) parades—no tanks, no jet fighter flyovers, but celebrating what makes America the greatest:our people, values, freedoms, patriotism. Bristol, RI may be the granddaddy at 234 years, @SenJackReed, but we’re proud grandkids. Happy 4th! — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I stand with @mPinoe & CT hero @S10Bird who are standing up to a President who knows no norms, no manners, no morals. Also, equal pay—right on! You’re stars, on the field/court & off. https://t.co/V4SViNmiBO — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

After forcing abandonment of the census citizenship question, some next steps: investigate Sec. Ross for perjury & DOJ lawyers for suborning it, secure census against hackers & Trump Administration misuse, monitor census to make it complete & accurate. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Shock & shame—& rage. All Americans should weep at this stomach churning, heartbreaking Inspector General Report documenting indecency & inhumanity. But more: Demand accountability. Punish all responsible, & lift up families & children. https://t.co/4GmUrEVd3g — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

Our nation’s gratitude should go to brave reporters—shining a light on dark truths & standing strong against threats of surveillance & screening. Keep asking uncomfortable questions of Trump & his rule breaking, norm shattering administration. — PolitiTweet.org

Richard Blumenthal @SenBlumenthal

I demand full, public accountability for this abhorrent, repulsive betrayal of American values. Racism & sexism must be stamped out. — PolitiTweet.org