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EDA awards $308,335 in grants for economic development projects in Lexington County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $308,335 in grants for economic development projects in Lexington County, South Carolina.

By Columbia Standard | Jan 20, 2025

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EDA awards $308,335 in grants for economic development projects in Richland County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $308,335 in grants for economic development projects in Richland County, South Carolina.

By Columbia Standard | Jan 20, 2025

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Durbin supports Biden's commutation of sentences for non-violent drug offenders

By Columbia Standard | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin has expressed his support following President Joe Biden's decision to commute the sentences of nearly 2,500 individuals convicted of non-violent drug offenses.

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Durbin comments on Biden's recognition of ERA ratification

By Columbia Standard | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued a statement following President Biden's recent announcement regarding the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA).

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Senator Durbin questions witnesses on Pam Bondi's nomination as Attorney General

By Columbia Standard | Jan 16, 2025

During the second day of the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Senator Dick Durbin questioned witnesses about Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

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Durbin seeks documents on Kash Patel amid FBI nomination concerns

By Columbia Standard | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has reached out to several federal agencies for information concerning Kash Patel.

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Durbin questions Bondi's stance on election results and January 6 events

By Columbia Standard | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered an opening statement during the second day of hearings for Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

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Pam Bondi emerges as potential AG amid loyalty concerns

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, a former personal attorney for Donald Trump, has emerged as a potential candidate for Attorney General under Trump's administration.

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Senator raises concerns over Pam Bondi's controversial associations

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, a prominent political figure, has been noted for her associations with individuals who have faced various allegations or controversies.

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Durbin questions Pam Bondi's stance on election results and conflict of interest

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, questioned Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General, during her nomination hearing.

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Durbin questions Bondi's nomination as Attorney General

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin delivered his opening statement at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

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Pam Bondi criticized for actions during 2020 presidential election

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, a former Florida Attorney General, has faced criticism for her actions following the 2020 presidential election.

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Durbin questions Pam Bondi over Kash Patel's comments and January 6 events

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, a key figure on the Senate Judiciary Committee, raised concerns during the nomination hearing of Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's nominee for Attorney General.

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Pam Bondi faces conflict of interest concerns in attorney general confirmation

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, currently a registered lobbyist with Ballard Partners in Washington, D.C., is facing scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest as she seeks confirmation as Attorney General.

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Concerns arise over Pam Bondi's civil rights record amid attorney general nomination

By Columbia Standard | Jan 15, 2025

Pam Bondi, a nominee for the role of Attorney General, has faced scrutiny over her record on civil rights enforcement.

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Durbin introduces amendments to protect Dreamers in new immigration bill

By Columbia Standard | Jan 14, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, a key figure in immigration legislation, has introduced two amendments to the Laken Riley Act aimed at protecting Dreamers, including those under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

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Durbin calls on OPM to address prison staffing shortages with special pay rate

By Columbia Standard | Jan 14, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin has requested that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approve a special pay rate for Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employees to address significant staffing shortages across federal prisons.

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Durbin comments on special counsel's report about Trump's post-election actions

By Columbia Standard | Jan 14, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin has issued a statement in response to the report by former Special Counsel Jack Smith regarding then-President Donald Trump's actions following the 2020 presidential election.

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Durbin raises concerns about Laken Riley Act's impact on immigration enforcement

By Columbia Standard | Jan 13, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, representing Illinois and serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, addressed his concerns regarding the Laken Riley Act on the Senate floor.

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Durbin voices concerns over Trump's attorney general pick Pam Bondi

By Columbia Standard | Jan 13, 2025

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin expressed his concerns on the Senate floor regarding President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Attorney General, Pam Bondi.