Jan 23, 2025 · In a speech on the Senate floor, Durbin explains his rationale for opposing Hegseth's nomination. WASHINGTON – In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate …

6 days ago · The Official U.S. Senate website of Dick Durbin. January 25, 2025 Durbin Statement On Confirmation On Pete Hegseth. WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick …

durbin speaks out against unqualified nominee for defense secretary, pete hegseth

5 days ago · Both of Illinois' Democratic senators, Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, voted against Hegseth's confirmation, calling him unqualified for the role.

5 days ago · WASHINGTON, D.C. - Both U.S. senators representing Illinois slammed the confirmation of Pete Hegseth to be the new defense secretary on Friday. Sens. Tammy …

I’m on the Senate floor sharing my grave concerns about the nomination of Pete Hegseth to serve as our next Sec of Defense, as well as introducing my bipartisan Drug-price Transparency for …

Jan 13, 2025 · Asked if he thinks Republicans could pass the bill without any amendments offered, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) said “there are some Democrats supporting …

Nov 13, 2024 · Illinois’ junior member of the U.S. Senate, Army National Guard veteran Tammy Duckworth, takes issue with Trump’s plan to nominate Fox News host and Army National …

Jan 14, 2025 · On Tuesday, Senate panels will consider one of Trump’s most controversial nominees — former Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. Hegseth has been …

3 days ago · He also pointed to Pete Hegseth’s successful confirmation to become secretary of defense after a tie-breaking vote Friday despite the controversy that surrounded his ... Sen. …