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Durbin raises concerns after meeting Trump's deputy attorney general nominee
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has expressed concerns following a meeting with Todd Blanche, President Trump's nominee for Deputy U.S. Attorney General.
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Senate Democrats seek further review on Kash Patel's FBI nomination
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, along with other Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats, has addressed a letter to Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley concerning Kash Patel's nomination to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation...
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Senator Durbin opposes Pam Bondi's nomination as Attorney General
In a recent Senate floor speech, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expressed his opposition to Pam Bondi's nomination as Attorney General by President Trump.
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Senate committee discusses accountability for social media in fentanyl crisis
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, engaged with witnesses during a hearing titled “The Poisoning of America: Fentanyl, its Analogues, and the Need for Permanent Class...
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Senator Durbin addresses fentanyl crisis at Senate Judiciary Committee hearing
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, a prominent figure in the Senate Judiciary Committee, addressed the pressing issue of fentanyl during a recent hearing titled "The Poisoning of America: Fentanyl, its Analogues, and the Need for Permanent...
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Senate Democrats question DOJ-FBI leadership changes under Trump administration
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has spearheaded a series of letters addressed to key figures in the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
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New bill aims to curb U.S.-Mexico gun trafficking
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin and U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro have introduced the Stop Arming Cartels Act, a legislative effort aimed at reducing firearms trafficking from the United States to Mexican drug cartels.
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Grassley and Durbin announce new Senate Judiciary Subcommittees for 119th Congress
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley have announced the formation, leadership, and membership of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittees for the 119th Congress.
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Durbin questions Pam Bondi's ability to serve as independent attorney general
In a recent Senate floor speech, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expressed concerns about Pam Bondi, President Trump's nominee for Attorney General.
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Dick Durbin criticizes removal of DOJ and FBI officials by Trump administration
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin has expressed concern following reports that the Trump Administration has removed several officials from the Justice Department and FBI.
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Kash Patel criticized for personal attacks on public figures
Kash Patel has been actively involved in posting or reposting criticisms targeting various public figures across political lines.
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Durbin questions FBI director nominee over ties to extremists and January 6 pardons
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, questioned Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee for FBI Director, during his nomination hearing.
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Senate Judiciary hears criticism over Trump's FBI director nominee
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered a critical opening statement during the nomination hearing for Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee for FBI Director.
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Concerns raised over Kash Patel's credibility and professional claims
Kash Patel has been accused of exaggerating and misleading to further his own interests, as well as those of former President Donald Trump.
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Concerns arise over Kash Patel's ties to extremist figures
Kash Patel, a figure under consideration for a top law enforcement position, has been associated with several extremist figures known for their controversial and often offensive statements.
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Concerns rise over Kash Patel's potential role in law enforcement
Radical extremist Kash Patel has been identified as a staunch supporter of the MAGA movement, known for spreading conspiracy theories and expressing intentions to target political adversaries of former President Donald Trump.
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Senate Judiciary questions FBI nominee Kash Patel on J6 choir and conspiracy theory
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin questioned Kash Patel, the nominee for FBI Director, during a nomination hearing about his involvement with the "J6 choir" and his views on political violence.
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Durbin opposes advancing Pam Bondi as Attorney General
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, a key member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has cast a vote against advancing Pam Bondi's nomination as Attorney General.
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Senate Democrats seek special counsel report on Kash Patel ahead of FBI nomination
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, alongside Senator Adam Schiff and other Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has formally requested access to specific materials from Acting Attorney General James McHenry.
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Senate Republicans reject resolution condemning Trump's pardons of January 6 rioters
In a recent address to the Senate, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin urged his colleagues to support a resolution introduced by Senator Patty Murray.