Press Releases
Senators Call on Egyptian Government to Swiftly Release Unjustly Imprisoned Egyptian-American Aya Hijazi
Feb 28 2017
“We remain deeply concerned about the ongoing detention of Aya Hijazi, a dual U.S. and Egyptian citizen and resident of Virginia..."
Warner Joins Request by Senators for Quick Action on Miners Protection Act
Democratic Members of Senate Finance Committee call for Miner’s Protection Act to be attached to waiver needed for the nomination of Robert Lighthizer to be the U.S. Trade Representative
Feb 28 2017
Democratic Members of Senate Finance Committee call for Miner’s Protection Act to be attached to waiver needed for the nomination of Robert Lighthizer to be the U.S. Trade Representative
“The Secretary of Commerce is critical to promoting American economic interests abroad..."
"I have called Director Pompeo and Chairman Burr to express my grave concerns about what this means for the independence of this investigation."
“These local organizations have stepped up to help children who found themselves here through no fault of their own..."
“We are excited that one of the Commonwealth’s leading research universities will receive funding to support breakthrough discoveries..."
Warner, Kaine Reintroduce Bill to Help "Blue Water" Navy Veterans
Bipartisan legislation would require V-A to provide benefits to veterans exposed to Agent Orange
Feb 21 2017
Bipartisan legislation would require V-A to provide benefits to veterans exposed to Agent Orange
Senador Warner Demanda Respuestas Sobre Redadas en Virginia
Pide información sobre el número de detenciones y deportaciones en Virginia
Feb 17 2017
Pide información sobre el número de detenciones y deportaciones en Virginia
“Mr. Pruitt's views do not align with what used to be the bipartisan national priority of protecting America’s environment..."
Warner, Kaine Reintroduce Bill to Aid Rural Virginia Hospitals
Bill would establish a national minimum standard for hospital reimbursement payments
Feb 17 2017
Bill would establish a national minimum standard for hospital reimbursement payments
Sen. Warner is asking for specific details on any enforcement actions in Virginia.
“I have previously expressed deep concerns with Rep. Mulvaney’s positions on U.S. debt repayment and his support for indiscriminate cuts to the federal budget..."
“Recognizing that safety is of upmost importance to the Metro system, today we introduced a joint resolution to give Congressional consent to establish the Washington Metrorail Safety..."
“I opposed today's effort in the Senate to reopen a loophole that prevents individuals with serious mental impairments who should not possess firearms from being reported to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System..."
Vice Chairman Warner on Flynn Resignation
Feb 14 2017
“Reports that the White House may have been briefed weeks ago on the nature of Gen. Flynn's calls raise deeply troubling questions..."
"While the V-A has made significant progress in recent years to improve access, there are still too many veterans in Virginia and across the country that are waiting too long and traveling too far to obtain medical care."
“It’s no secret that I have reservations about President Trump’s selection of Mr. Mnuchin, especially given the key role the Treasury Department plays in enforcing the Wall Street reforms..."
Warner Announces Opposition to Pruitt for EPA
Feb 13 2017
“I cannot think of another nominee I’ve been asked to consider who has, over the course of a career, demonstrated more disdain for the work of the agency he seeks to lead than Mr. Pruitt..."
Sen. Warner Speaks Out Against Treasury Nominee
Cites concerns with Mnuchin’s positions on Dodd-Frank, dynamic scoring, and economic sanctions
Feb 10 2017
"...I rise today in opposition to the nomination of Mr. Steven Mnuchin to serve as our nation's next secretary of the Treasury."
Sen. Warner on FTA Withholding Metro Funds
Feb 10 2017
“Passing legislation creating the Metro Safety Commission is absolutely critical, and I call on Virginia lawmakers to complete their work on this legislation..."
Vice Chairman Warner on Reports of Communications Between Gen. Flynn & Russian Ambassador
Feb 10 2017
"These reports underscore both the gravity and the urgency of the Senate Intelligence Committees' investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.."
Sen. Warner Speaks Out Against Nominee for HHS
Shares stories of Virginians benefiting from the Affordable Care Act
Feb 09 2017
"Congressman Price has advocated for dismantling the ACA and made it clear that as Secretary of HHS, he would seek to implement policies that I believe will make healthcare more expensive and less accessible to Virginians.."
Warner Fights to Protect Federal Workers
Joins colleagues in sponsoring Senate resolution outlining steps to defend the civil service from politically motivated attacks
Feb 09 2017
Joins colleagues in sponsoring Senate resolution outlining steps to defend the civil service from politically motivated attacks
Warner Supports Effort to Protect Scientists from Political Interference
Bill seeks to stop gag orders meant to keep scientists from sharing their findings
Feb 09 2017
Bill seeks to stop gag orders meant to keep scientists from sharing their findings
“The Attorney General is charged with impartially and independently enforcing our nation’s laws and protecting the civil rights of all Americans..."