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Senator Dick Durbin

@durbin.senate.gov

Serving the people of Illinois. Democratic Whip and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee @judiciarydems.senate.gov.

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If you or your child have ever experienced dental pain, you know that oral health care is essential. That’s why I introduced the Promoting Dental Health Act to ensure that the CDC’s Oral Health program has the resources necessary to prevent dental disease, build the workforce, and educate families.

06.03.2026 20:08 👍 22 🔁 4 💬 8 📌 1
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Yesterday, I met with Berardino Baratta, CEO of MxD, to discuss their work strengthening our organic industrial base.

I am pleased to work in Congress to continue investing in America’s manufacturing sector to support our national security.

06.03.2026 16:38 👍 10 🔁 0 💬 3 📌 0

In January, President Trump signed into law my and Senator Fischer's bipartisan Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act.

I joined Senator Fischer to urge Ag Secretary Rollins to implement this legislation, so we can ensure our schools are a safe environment for all children with food allergies.

06.03.2026 13:53 👍 12 🔁 2 💬 6 📌 1
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Today, I spoke at the Great Lakes Congressional Breakfast to discuss how to protect the Great Lakes from pollution and invasive species. Lake Michigan remains one of Chicago’s most valued assets, and we all must work together to safeguard its health for both humans and animals alike.

05.03.2026 22:51 👍 22 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 0

Mass deportation is unpopular.

Masked agents are unpopular.

Donald Trump is unpopular.

And your voice made it known.

05.03.2026 22:33 👍 143 🔁 42 💬 14 📌 1

Kristi Noem slipped on the outrages of ICE.

05.03.2026 20:30 👍 34 🔁 9 💬 23 📌 4

Kristi Noem slipped on the outrages of ICE. Will this Oklahoma Senator be any better?

We will find out as the Senate exercises its authority under the Constitution to provide advice and consent on this appointment.

05.03.2026 19:25 👍 17 🔁 5 💬 7 📌 1

Kristi Noem was the face of an unpopular, illegal, outright dangerous mass deportation campaign that claimed the lives of innocent Americans and terrorized more.

Our country expressed outrage, she repeatedly lied before Congress, and even the President finally conceded she was unfit for the job.

05.03.2026 19:25 👍 35 🔁 5 💬 4 📌 0

ICE has more funding than the Marines, yet there is almost no oversight in how the agency is spending taxpayer dollars.

I joined my colleagues to demand ICE tell us how they are spending YOUR money on their cruel mass deportation campaign.

05.03.2026 15:04 👍 38 🔁 13 💬 8 📌 3

Today, I met with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director James Jennings to discuss how Congress can help Illinois keep our environment clean. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with Director Jennings about how we can improve the quality of life for our constituents.

04.03.2026 23:51 👍 17 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 0

Senate Republicans just blocked the war powers resolution that would have prevented President Trump from ordering further strikes on Iran unless authorized by Congress.

The Constitution clearly gives Congress the power to declare war. It’s long overdue that Congress step up to its responsibilities.

04.03.2026 22:40 👍 53 🔁 18 💬 9 📌 0
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For 19 years, leaders from Bloomington-Normal have come to Washington to advocate for federal investment in their community.

I had the pleasure of meeting with them today to discuss federal funding opportunities for their local infrastructure needs.

04.03.2026 22:05 👍 8 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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Five days, five different explanations for why President Trump bombed Iran. The only thing that is clear is that this Administration seems to have no plan or strategy.

04.03.2026 20:54 👍 33 🔁 12 💬 4 📌 3
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Last night, I accepted an award from @protectwildutah.bsky.social and spoke about the importance of protecting our public lands.

It has been my honor to work with them to safeguard fragile landscapes so they may be enjoyed by generations of future Americans.

04.03.2026 19:51 👍 14 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
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Today, I met with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago District Commander Colonel Kenneth Rockwell to receive an update on some of the most critical infrastructure projects in Northern Illinois and how the federal government can best support the Corps’ work.

04.03.2026 19:02 👍 9 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

Happy 189th birthday Chicago!

For nearly two centuries, our great city has shown an endless capacity for reinvention, growth, and dynamism. May Chicago continue to thrive for many more birthdays to come!

04.03.2026 16:56 👍 20 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 1
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Our Founders were wise on this point: one should never send our sons and daughters into war without the consent of the people.

I have made this argument throughout my Congressional career, regardless of if the President is a Democrat or Republican.

04.03.2026 15:05 👍 41 🔁 7 💬 3 📌 2
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Local radio and television stations provide Illinoisans with essential emergency information and informative, entertaining programming.

Today, I met with members of the Illinois Broadcasters Association to discuss how Congress can best support their important work.

03.03.2026 22:36 👍 17 🔁 5 💬 2 📌 0

Secretary Noem may not know it, but DACA recipients are being wrongfully deported.

Under the law, they are supposed to be protected from deportation.

03.03.2026 16:04 👍 102 🔁 48 💬 14 📌 2

Secretary Noem may not know it, but DACA recipients are being wrongfully deported.

Under the law, they are supposed to be protected from deportation.

03.03.2026 16:04 👍 24 🔁 5 💬 1 📌 1

Secretary Noem won’t admit she was wrong.

Alex Pretti, Renee Good, and so many other victims of her agents’ use of excessive force are NOT “domestic terrorists.”

They’re human beings who were exercising their constitutional rights.

03.03.2026 15:49 👍 52 🔁 19 💬 7 📌 0

Secretary Noem won’t admit she was wrong.

Alex Pretti, Renee Good, and so many other victims of her agents’ use of excessive force are NOT “domestic terrorists.”

They’re human beings who were exercising their constitutional rights.

03.03.2026 15:49 👍 9 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

The killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti were horrifying.

Kristi Noem must answer for them.

03.03.2026 15:11 👍 31 🔁 7 💬 4 📌 0

The killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti were horrifying.

Kristi Noem must answer for them.

03.03.2026 15:11 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 2 📌 0

I’ve seen the unspeakable cruelty of Secretary Noem and the Trump Administration in Chicago and across the country.

We’ve all seen it.

They are waging a campaign of fear and eroding trust in law enforcement and government.

That’s dangerous.

03.03.2026 14:47 👍 74 🔁 23 💬 8 📌 0

I’ve seen the unspeakable cruelty of Secretary Noem and the Trump Administration in Chicago and across the country.

We’ve all seen it.

They are waging a campaign of fear and eroding trust in law enforcement and government.

That’s dangerous.

03.03.2026 14:47 👍 11 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0

Illinois watched in horror as masked agents terrorized our streets.

I have Secretary Noem under oath before me right now.

I plan to get answers.

03.03.2026 14:26 👍 57 🔁 14 💬 15 📌 1

Secretary Noem’s DHS is operating without a moral compass.

She’s finally under oath after months of stonewalling Congress.

03.03.2026 14:15 👍 41 🔁 15 💬 8 📌 1
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While there has been bipartisan agreement on halting Iran’s nuclear program, There is no consensus for a war with Iran.

The President’s impulsive strikes risk American servicemembers’ lives and endanger our allies.

02.03.2026 22:58 👍 54 🔁 12 💬 10 📌 0

Happy Casimir Pulaski Day!

Casimir made incredible contributions to our young country, sacrificing his life in the Revolutionary War. Today, we honor his memory and generations of rich Polish heritage across America.

02.03.2026 22:08 👍 29 🔁 5 💬 2 📌 1