Press Releases
“This decision by the Trump Administration to reverse progress in U.S.-Cuba relations sends the wrong message to the world about American leadership. We must never stop pressing the Cuban government on democracy and human rights..."
“This afternoon I voted against blocking the sale of certain munitions to Saudi Arabia. The US remains in the midst of combatting violent extremism abroad..."
Sen. Warner on Release of Otto Warmbier
Jun 13 2017
“After what was nearly a year-and-a-half long nightmare, Otto Warmbier and his family will finally be reunited..."
Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $594,000 in Federal Funds for Virginia Fire Departments
Jun 01 2017
“We are pleased to announce this critical funding to support Virginia’s brave firefighters. We must ensure they are always equipped with the tools and training necessary to keep them safe as they protect us from fires and other dangers in the community,” Warner and Kaine said.
Sen. Warner on U.S. Military Strike in Syria
Apr 07 2017
“Last night, the Director of National Intelligence briefed me on the Administration's strikes in Syria..."
"Mr. Friedman has been confirmed despite my opposition, and it is my sincere hope that he will moderate his views to better align with historically bipartisan U.S. policies, demonstrate an openness to all members of the Jewish community, and serve as an ambassador worthy of our special relationship with Israel.”
“I applaud the Department of Justice for naming names and bringing criminal charges against the individuals responsible for the Yahoo hack, including two individuals who are on the payroll of the Russian government..."
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..."
Vice Chairman Warner on Iranian Sanctions
Feb 03 2017
“Iran’s ballistic missile test on Sunday was provocative, violating the spirit, and possibly the letter, of the United Nations Security Council Resolution on Iran’s missile program..."
Warner Sponsors Bill to Expand Agricultural Exports to Cuba
Bipartisan legislation would support American farmers and jobs by allowing private financing of U.S. agricultural exports to Cuba
Feb 02 2017
Bipartisan legislation would support American farmers and jobs by allowing private financing of U.S. agricultural exports to Cuba
“I know that there are many people who disagree with my decision, but I believe that he will bring a more experienced, measured voice to an Administration that has so far struggled to demonstrate any rational approach to foreign policy.”
“The Trump Administration executive order that indefinitely suspends the Syrian refugee program and pauses visas from Muslim countries runs counter to our American values..."
The Iran Sanctions Act, which Sen. Warner co-sponsored, now heads to the President.
Senate voted to override President Barack Obama’s veto of S. 2040, the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA)
Letter outlines concerns of private lawsuits in foreign courts as a result of important military or intelligence activities.
Statement on Terrorist Attack in Jammu & Kashmir
Sep 19 2016
Sen. Warner released the following statement on the terrorist attack that hit India in Jammu & Kashmir.
Sens. Warner, Kaine Co-Sponsor Bill to Address Humanitarian and Migrant Crisis in Central America's Northern Triangle
Legislation would help stabilize the region, expand in-region refugee processing, and disrupt human smuggling networks
Jul 07 2016
Sens. Warner and Kaine announced their support for legislation to establish a coordinated regional response to effectively address the endemic violence and humanitarian crisis driving women and children to flee from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras.
U.S. Senator Warner joined a group of eight Democratic Senators today in calling on Secretary of the Treasury Jacob Lew to address a recent decision by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) that could embolden Iran’s terrorist financing.
U.S. Sen. Warner issued the following statement in response to results of a United Kingdom’s referendum on whether to remain a member of the European Union.
Ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to a joint meeting of Congress tomorrow, Senate India Caucus co-Chair Sen. Warner said, "Relations between the U.S. and India have never been stronger."
Warner, Ayotte Introduce Bill to Eliminate More than 200 Unnecessary Government Reports
Legislation builds on earlier successful efforts to reduce wasteful reports produced by federal agencies
Apr 28 2016
Sens. Warner (D-VA) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) introduced bipartisan legislation that would eliminate or consolidate 223 additional unnecessary, duplicative or outdated reports produced by more than two dozen federal agencies and mandated by Congress.
Sen. Warner Praises Announcement that India Will Loosen Restrictions on FDI Investment in E-Commerce
Sen. Warner previously urged President Obama to address this issue with Prime Minister Modi ahead of his historic trip to India in January, 2015
Mar 31 2016
Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) praised India’s Prime Minister Modi’s announcement that India will loosen FDI restrictions in the e-commerce sector and allow foreign companies to sell items directly to Indian consumers over the internet.
Sen. Warner Announces Opposition to Sale of F-16's to Pakistan
Supported holding Pakistan accountable by voting for resolution to block sales
Mar 10 2016
Today on the Senate floor, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) spoke in favor of a resolution to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan.
Sen. Warner on Senate Passage of North Korea Sanctions Legislation
On Senate passage of bipartisan legislation to strengthen North Korea sanctions
Feb 10 2016
Sen. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement today after the Senate voted 96-0 to pass the North Korea Sanctions Enforcement Act, which strengthens our nation’s ability to sanction North Korea.
Sens. Warner (D-VA) and John Cornyn (R-TX) urged President Obama to discuss loosening current Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) restrictions in the e-commerce sector with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his upcoming trip to India.
