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Senators urge DOJ reversal on cryptocurrency crime policy

U.S. Senators, led by Democratic Whip Dick Durbin of Illinois, are pressing the Department of Justice to reverse its decision to disband its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET) and relax enforcement on cryptocurrency-related crimes.

By Columbia Standard | Apr 11, 2025

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Durbin urges Big Tech reform at Senate Judiciary hearing with Meta whistleblower

By Columbia Standard | Apr 10, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who is the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered an opening statement in the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism hearing.

Durbin probes Facebook ex-executive on online safety and privacy concerns

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, representing Illinois, interrogated Facebook's former Director of Global Public Policy, Sarah Wynn-Williams, in the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.

Durbin meets with bar associations to discuss legal issues

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin met with representatives from various bar associations, including the Chicago Bar Association, Chicago Bar Foundation, Illinois State Bar Association, and American Bar Association.

Bipartisan bill seeks improved protections for employees in business bankruptcies

U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Josh Hawley introduced new bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting employees and retirees when businesses file for bankruptcy.

Senators introduce bill to protect employee interests during bankruptcies

U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) have introduced the Protecting Employees and Retirees in Business Bankruptcies Act, aiming to address the disadvantages faced by employees and retirees during business bankruptcies.

Lawmakers demand answers on wrongful deportation of Maryland resident to El Salvador

U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth joined Senator Chris Van Hollen and 22 other Senators in pressing U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and ICE Acting Director Tedd Lyons for answers following the wrongful deportation of...

Durbin questions transparency of government agencies during Senate Judiciary hearing

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin questioned witnesses during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing focused on the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), discussing government transparency and compliance with FOIA requests.

Durbin urges DHS and FBI to reassess domestic terrorism prevention focus

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin is urging Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel to reconsider recent changes to domestic terrorism prevention strategies.

Lawmakers react to Supreme Court decision on Alien Enemies Act

In Washington, a group of prominent Democratic lawmakers issued statements in response to the Supreme Court's recent decision concerning the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, alongside Senator Alex Padilla and...

Kershaw County: Medicaid dependency reached 2.9% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.9% of income in Kershaw County, providing an average of $1,528 per capita to residents.

Durbin questions Trump admin's rule of law practices at Senate spotlight hearing

By Columbia Standard | Apr 7, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, posed questions to witnesses during a bicameral spotlight hearing titled "Restoring Accountability: Exposing Trump’s Attacks on the Rule of Law."

Senate Judiciary Committee tackles Trump administration's influence on DOJ

By Columbia Standard | Apr 7, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, representing Illinois and serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered an opening statement at a significant bicameral spotlight hearing titled "Restoring Accountability:...

Durbin and Sanders urge President Trump to release politically targeted detainees

By Columbia Standard | Apr 7, 2025

In a joint effort, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin and Senator Bernie Sanders made a formal request to President Donald Trump, urging the release of individuals detained for political activities considered protected by the First Amendment.

Senate Democrats question halt in U.S. refugee admissions

By Columbia Standard | Apr 4, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin and several other Senate Democrats have expressed serious concerns regarding the dismantling of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).

Senate Judiciary advances six bills targeting prescription drug price reduction

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee moved six bipartisan bills forward today aimed at reducing prescription drug prices.

Durbin and Kelly introduce Federal Firearm Licensee Act to update dealer laws

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin teamed up with U.S. Representative Robin Kelly to unveil the Federal Firearm Licensee Act.

Durbin questions witnesses on nationwide injunctions during Senate hearing

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, participated in a hearing titled “Rule by District Judges II: Exploring Legislative Solutions to the Bipartisan Problem of Universal...

Durbin comments on confirmation of Dhillon and Sauer to key DOJ positions