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Senator Vance questions Jerome Powell on economic repercussions linked to immigration
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) criticized the impact of immigration on the American economy and workforce during a Senate Banking Committee hearing with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Senator Vance emphasized the role of immigration in exacerbating issues within the housing and labor markets, as well as its effect on wage growth. He referenced a letter from Springfield, Ohio's city manager to the Senate Banking Committee, detailing a housing crisis due to an influx of migrants.
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Senator Vance responds to NTSB report on East Palestine train derailment
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) issued a statement regarding the National Transportation Safety Board’s findings on the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
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Senate conservatives announce hold policy on Biden judicial nominees
"In a continuing response to the current administration’s persecution of President Donald Trump, we will not allow the fast-tracking of any Biden Article III court judicial nominees, as well as Biden U.S. attorney nominations."
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Legislation introduced to eliminate all federal diversity programs
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) and Congressman Michael Cloud (R-TX-27), along with several cosponsors, have introduced the Dismantle DEI Act aimed at eliminating all federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The proposed legislation seeks to rescind executive orders related to DEI, terminate Chief Diversity Officers, close DEI offices, end related training sessions, outlaw mandatory employee DEI pledges, and revoke DEI funding across multiple federal departments.
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Vance and Gaetz seek answers on Ukraine NGO's list targeting U.S. lawmakers
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) and Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) have called for information from Secretary of State Anthony Blinken regarding a controversial publication by a Ukrainian NGO. The article in question identifies Americans, including 21 senators and 116 members of the House, who are accused of "mirroring Kremlin propaganda" due to their opposition to the war in Ukraine and further U.S. aid to the country.
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Vance and Thune demand answers on Biden's recent amnesty actions
Senators JD Vance (R-OH) and John Thune (R-SD) have urged Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Attorney General Merrick Garland to halt the processing of new amnesty cases. This follows the Biden administration's recent move to grant de facto amnesty to hundreds of thousands of individuals whose asylum cases have been closed without a decision.
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Vance & Brown urge Biden administration for disaster declaration in southeastern Ohio
U.S. Senators JD Vance (R-OH) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) have urged President Biden to issue a disaster declaration for eight southeastern Ohio counties affected by severe weather in April. The request comes after Governor Mike DeWine sought a Presidential Disaster Declaration to enable FEMA to provide additional resources for recovery efforts.
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Senator Vance criticizes Manhattan trial verdict against former President Trump
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) issued a statement on May 30, 2024, regarding the verdict in the New York prosecution against President Donald J. Trump.
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Senator Vance urges action on bank oversight reform amid FDIC misconduct reports
Following reports of misconduct at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Senator JD Vance has called for the passage of his Bank Failure Prevention Act.
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Senator Vance Raises Concerns Over IRS Targeting Conservative Groups
In a recent letter addressed to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Daniel Werfel, Senator JD Vance from Ohio, along with Senator Mike Braun from Indiana, expressed concerns about the IRS's investigation into the conservative watchdog group, the American Accountability Foundation (AAF). The senators questioned whether the investigation was politically motivated and requested answers regarding the decision to target the AAF. The IRS has a history of unfairly targeting conservative groups, particularly during the Obama administration. Senator Vance's letter...
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Senator Vance Leads Charge to Prevent Palestinian Resettlement in America
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator JD Vance from Ohio, along with Senators Marco Rubio, Mike Lee, and Rick Scott, has sent a letter to President Biden, urging him not to implement special immigration protections for Palestinian aliens in the United States. The senators argue that such measures would create a "magnet for migration" and import potentially radicalized individuals into the country.The senators' letter comes in response to efforts by congressional Democrats to prevent the deportation of potentially radicalized individuals and encourage further Palestinian immigration...
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ALL 51 SENATE DEMOCRATS VOTE TO BLOCK AID TO ISRAEL
In a surprising turn of events, all 51 Senate Democrats have voted to block a $14.3 billion aid package for Israel. The Senate Republicans, including Senators Roger Marshall and JD Vance, made a motion to proceed to the House-passed Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. However, the Democrats chose to table the motion and prevent the aid from reaching Israel.Senator JD Vance from Ohio expressed his disappointment in the Democrats' decision, stating, "Senate Democrats are obsessed with funding Ukraine. Tonight's vote shows they'll hold up anything, block...
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Senate Democrats Block Urgent Israel Aid
Senate Democrats have blocked an urgent aid package of $14.3 billion to Israel, led by Senators JD Vance, Roger Marshall, and Eric Schmitt. The legislation, known as the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, had already passed the House with bipartisan support earlier this month. This move by Senate Democrats comes just a week after they rejected a similar effort to advance the aid package.Senator JD Vance expressed his disappointment at the decision, stating, "The United States Senate would pass aid, much needed aid, to Israel today, at this very moment, aid...
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Senate Democrats Reject Urgent Israel Aid
Senate Democrats rejected an effort led by Senators JD Vance (R-OH), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Rick Scott (R-FL) to provide $14.3 billion of aid to Israel. The Senators' unanimous consent request would have advanced the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act to President Biden's desk. The legislation, which would provide much-needed aid to Israel, passed the House with bipartisan support last week.In response to the rejection, Senator Vance expressed his disappointment and criticized his colleagues for using Israel as a political tool. He stated, "Too many of my...
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EAST PALESTINE MAYOR URGES CONGRESS TO PASS RAILWAY SAFETY ACT
In a recent op-ed published in The Washington Examiner, East Palestine Mayor Trent Conaway called on Congress to pass the Railway Safety Act. The act, written by Ohio Senators JD Vance (R) and Sherrod Brown (D), aims to address the safety failures that led to a catastrophic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio earlier this year.Describing the impact of the derailment, Mayor Conaway emphasized the resilience of the East Palestine community while acknowledging the lasting changes brought about by the disaster. He stressed the importance of learning from the lessons of...
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Senator Vance Rejects "Banana Republic" Tactics from Joe Biden, Continues Hold Policy for DOJ Nominees
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) has rejected what he calls "banana republic" tactics from President Biden and continues his hold policy for nominees to the Biden Department of Justice (DOJ). This policy was originally announced in response to the DOJ's political prosecution of former President Donald J. Trump.In his objection to Senate Democrats' unanimous consent requests for DOJ nominees, Senator Vance expressed his concerns. He highlighted the fentanyl crisis in the country and placed blame on President Biden's border policies for allowing record levels of fentanyl into the...
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Senator Vance Urges Biden Admin to Reverse Guidance Requiring Loans for Illegal Immigrants
In a joint effort, Senator JD Vance and all Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee have written a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and CFPB Director Rohit Chopra, urging them to reconsider their recent statement on lending discrimination against "noncitizen borrowers." The statement, issued on October 12, calls for American financial institutions to extend loans to illegal immigrants, a move that goes against longstanding legal interpretations from federal regulators.Senator Vance expressed concern over the potential consequences of this guidance,...
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Senator Vance Tours Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative in Xenia
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) visited the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative in Xenia, Ohio, to learn about their efforts in helping individuals recover from addiction and providing them with skills for successful careers. The organization focuses on training individuals in fields such as HVAC, plumbing, and call center operations.Speaking about his visit, Senator Vance expressed his appreciation for the work being done by Emerge. He stated, "The team at Emerge is doing incredible work, helping people in this community get over addiction and find training for successful...
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Senators Vance, Marshall, Lee, & Cruz Introduce Legislation to Deliver Immediate Standalone Aid to Israel
Senators JD Vance, Roger Marshall, Mike Lee, and Ted Cruz have introduced The Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023, which aims to provide $14.3 billion of aid to Israel. The legislation includes $10.6 billion for assistance through the Department of Defense, $3.5 billion for foreign military financing, and $200 million in diplomatic funding to protect U.S. embassies and personnel.The introduction of this standalone legislation comes as a rejection of the Biden administration's attempt to link aid packages to Israel and Ukraine. Senator Vance emphasizes that "it...
