It is already illegal and incredibly uncommon for noncitizens to vote in our elections, so why are Republicans still pushing the SAVE America Act? Because they have a historically unpopular president, and the only way they think they can win is by suppressing the vote.

I visited Chestnut Health Systems in Bloomington to discuss their work to expand access to oral health care. Across rural and urban Illinois, more than 2 million people live in dental shortage areas. Medicaid cuts will make it worse. I salute Chestnut for their quality services.

I just visited Comprehensive Community Solutions in Rockford to see how they're helping young people build brighter futures through education, job training, mentorship, and housing support. Programs like YouthBuild, ALPHA, and TANYA’s House are opening doors and changing lives.

The transition to a clean energy economy is already underway, and Illinois is leading the charge—thanks to our skilled workforce.

President Trump’s illegal birthright citizenship order was not just an attack on our Constitution—it was an attack on millions of Americans who have immigrant heritage.

President Trump promised, again and again, that he would lower costs for Americans ‘on day one.’ In reality, the President’s chaotic policies have cost Illinoisans more than $3,400 according to the Joint Economic Committee.

Lifelong Access Center has been supporting children and adults with disabilities and/or mental health needs throughout the Bloomington-Normal region for decades. I learned more today about their ambitious plan for a new all-inclusive youth health care and community support hub.

President Trump’s politically motivated criminal investigation of Lisa Cook, without cause, is all about his abuse of power and intimidation tactics. Due to his failed economic policies, the President continues to attack the integrity and independence of the Federal Reserve.

The Supreme Court just overturned well-established precedent to greenlight Donald Trump’s threats to independent federal agencies. Now, this President can fire whomever he perceives as his enemy at these agencies without so much as citing cause.

I was honored to receive Heartland Alliance’s Marjorie Kovler Center’s Dr. Robert H. Kirschner Award for Global Activism. I have been proud to advocate for human rights, both at home and abroad and am grateful for the Kovler Center’s partnership in the fight for human dignity.

I attended UCAN’s Gun Violence Awareness Month Peace Walk and Resource Fair today in Chicago’s Roseland community. I am grateful to UCAN and their partners that dedicate time, energy, and resources towards raising awareness and securing a safer future for our children.

We had a bipartisan measure ready to go that would lower the outrageous cost of housing, but President Trump refused to sign it because he cares more about passing his voter suppression bill.

They’re not even trying to hide their goal. President Trump wants to deny eligible Americans the right to vote and participate in our democracy so that Republicans can cling to power.

Sen. DURBIN: You referred to police officers as ‘dumb as dirt.’ Now you’re seeking a position to work with police officers across the country? Trump nominee: I routinely purge tweets. Durbin: I can see why. Nominee: I’m not familiar with the context. Durbin: That’s it?

As we approach the fourth anniversary of the July 4th shooting in Highland Park, I joined @duckworth.senate.gov & @repschneider.bsky.social to introduce a resolution expressing the condolences of Congress & honoring the memory of the victims. We must address the scourge of gun violence in America.

This is a BIG step forward. AI companies agree that it’s time to pass legislation to protect women and girls from AI-generated deepfake nudes. Time to pass the DEFIANCE Act and open the courtroom for survivors to sue.

Last year, nearly one in four people who traveled across state lines for reproductive health care traveled to Illinois. It shouldn’t have to be this way, but Illinois is stepping up to provide women the care they need in the face of Republican abortion bans.

Senators are in no position to judge the circumstances a woman faces when deciding whether to end her pregnancy. That choice belongs to her alone. Restore Roe. Protect reproductive freedom.

Today marks four years since the Supreme Court erased the constitutional right to abortion—a right Americans relied on for nearly five decades. But the fight is not over. I, along with my Democratic colleagues, will continue to fight against policies that put women’s health & autonomy at risk.

President Trump is refusing to sign a major bipartisan housing bill that would lower the cost of owning a home because it does not include his voter suppression law, the SAVE America Act. The President would rather chase his wild conspiracy theories than help you afford your rent or mortgage.

The Obama Presidential Center is a monument to the values and ideals that define us as a nation. It was my honor to be there on Thursday for its grand opening and to reflect on President Obama’s journey to the White House.

Pleased to see the Senate pass a resolution directing President Trump to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran absent Congressional authorization. Americans on both sides of the aisle are fed up with Trump’s failed handling of the war he began more than 100 days ago.

There was already a deal created under President Obama that subjected Iran to strict inspections and successfully constrained its nuclear activity. But President Trump tore it up in his first term. Now the President is desperately trying to return to the status quo that he destroyed.

Loretta and I are praying for the families and friends who lost loved ones to the severe tornadoes that struck Illinois this past weekend. My office will continue to assist impacted communities and fight for federal disaster relief funding to rebuild in the wake of this extreme weather.

I joined @duckworth.senate.gov on Saturday to discuss HIV/AIDS and health care with the Chicago LGBTQ Caucus. Congress should defend the rights of LGBTQ+ Americans against a tidal wave of harmful legislation across the country and aggressive targeting by the Trump Administration.

Inflation is at a 3-year high while Trump’s polls are at an all-time low in his second term. Americans are sick and tired of this Administration’s broken promises.

Congratulations to Chef Adrian Torres who won the 2026 James Beard Award for Emerging Chef. Adrian is a proud DACA recipient & one of the many brilliant young immigrants who make our nation great. Congress must pass the Dream Act so people like Chef Adrian can finally have a pathway to citizenship.

I led my colleagues in a letter to EPA condemning its decision to reverse coal ash standards. Coal ash pollutants remain in the environment for years and are linked to cancer, disease, birth defects, and even death. EPA must do more to protect Americans from this toxin.

My thoughts are with the communities in Illinois that were touched by the severe storms yesterday, including Petersburg, Blue Mound, Effingham, and Charleston. My office stands ready to help with clean up and assistance in any way possible.

Russia’s war in Ukraine has now lasted longer than WWI. Instead of appeasing Russia by sending an official U.S. delegation to Putin’s sanction evasion conference, Trump should back our Ukrainian allies in their fight for freedom.

The Trump Administration’s attacks on free speech are an affront to the Constitution. Proud to join @welch.senate.gov & @vanhollen.senate.gov to fight for this bedrock right of our country.

The rising cost of building homes has spurred an affordability crisis that has priced millions of Americans out of home ownership. Today, I spoke with the Illinois Realtors about how we can push federal legislation that would address America’s housing crisis.

If the U.S. & Iran have arrived at a ceasefire, then why did Senate Rs block a bill that would require the President to secure congressional approval for further military action against Iran? This war has cost us enough already, & Congress must ensure it asserts its constitutional responsibility.

DACA was always meant to be a temporary fix as Congress created a permanent path to citizenship for Dreamers. End the uncertainty. Pass the Dream Act and make their protections permanent.

DACA recipients provide nearly $16 billion to the U.S. economy each year & 37% have U.S. citizen children. Our country is better because they are here.

To recognize the 14th anniversary of DACA, I joined @unitedwedream.org to celebrate the Dreamers who contribute to our country every day & to demand Congress pass the Dream Act.

Despite President Trump’s many attempts, DACA is still in place, 14 years after it was created. But his Administration is slow walking DACA renewals and arresting Dreamers. Congress must protect these young people from the President’s mass deportation agenda.

Since DACA was created, more than 835,000 Dreamers have come forward and received DACA so they can contribute more fully to their country as teachers, nurses, doctors, engineers, and small business owners. They have earned their right to remain in America.

Tereza Lee brought the plight of Dreamers to my attention. I couldn’t believe that so many talented young people were being told they had to leave this country—the only home they’ve ever known. Dreamers deserve to live without fear. Protect DACA, pass the Dream Act.

Protect Dreamers. Pass the Dream Act.

In 2010, I sent a letter to President Obama asking him to stop the deportation of Dreamers. He responded by announcing the creation of the DACA program, 14 years ago today. On this anniversary, we must recommit to permanently protecting these young people who know no other home than here.

Social Security is the bedrock promise we make to America—and Congress must act to protect and save it.

My colleagues have put forward proposal after proposal that would address Social Security’s impending insolvency. We must do what we were sent to the Senate to do and actually debate and vote on these ideas.

This Trump judicial pick volunteered to preside over immigration cases in Minnesota and rubberstamped a mass deportation agenda. Operation Metro Surge was massively unpopular and resulted in the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Daniel Traynor is a Trump loyalist who shouldn’t be confirmed.

Today, I was recognized during the 41st Annual Cyprus and Hellenic Leadership Conference for my efforts in support of our Greek and Cypriot allies. I have long pushed for peaceful reunification in Cyprus, and it is my sincere hope that the island will one day be able to find lasting peace in unity.

There is nothing to love about Americans having to pay more for groceries, utilities, and health care. Today’s inflation report saw inflation hit a three-year high—marking the second straight month inflation outpaced wage growth. Does this President need a reality check?

Social Security is a lifeline that Americans earn after a lifetime of hard work, but in six years its trust fund will not be able to pay out its full benefits. I joined my colleagues, Democrats and Republicans, to demand that Congress act to preserve this program for our kids and grandkids.

NEWS: Senators Bill Cassidy, @kaine.senate.gov, Tom Tillis, & I released a statement calling on Congress to act and protect Social Security, which faces insolvency in 2032.

It’s hard to keep track how many times President Trump has promised that the Iran War would soon end. More than 100 days after he launched his war of choice, we have yet to see any real or coherent plan from this Administration to end this conflict.

The Congressional Award Gold Medal is the highest honor that Congress can bestow upon young adults. Today, @duckworth.senate.gov & I met with four Illinoisans who received the Gold Medal to congratulate them on their accomplishment & thank them for their contributions to their communities.