Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today released the following statement after Veterans’ Affairs Secretary Doug Collins announced plans to cut 15% of the department’s workforce. Leader Schumer’s remarks on the topic can be viewed here:
“Slashing nearly 80,000 VA staff...
Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) joined Morning Joe this morning to discuss last night’s Joint Address to Congress by Donald Trump, which was little more than a diatribe of lies and falsehoods designed to distract the American from the chaos and cruelty of his...
Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) released the following statement on the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act after Donald Trump attacked the important legislation in his Joint Address to Congress:
“The CHIPS and Science Act passed with major bipartisan support in both...
03.13.2025
Leader Schumer Floor Remarks On Avoiding A Devastating Shutdown That Would Empower Trump And Musk
Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on avoiding a shutdown that would harm the American people and grant the Trump administration and Elon Musk more power over government spending. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be...
Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor about Elon Musk and DOGE’s efforts to weaken Social Security by cutting phone services, closing offices, and laying off workers—moves that would harm millions of seniors and disabled Americans who rely...
Washington, D.C. – Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor following Donald Trump advertising Telsa on the White House Lawn for his billionaire buddy, Elon Musk, after sales have plummeted. Below are Senator Schumer’s remarks, which can also be viewed...