Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks about the death of George Floyd in police custody on Memorial Day and the subsequent protests and civil unrest that has spread beyond…
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks about the death of George Floyd in police custody on Memorial Day and the subsequent protests and civil unrest that have swept across…
Susan Collins on Floyd protests
Daily Congress Prayer, Senate, June 1, 2020, Chaplain Black
Republican Seator Josh Hawley speaks about George Floyd.
Sen. McConnell on Hong Kong Refugees
“Too many protests across our country have turned into riots with looting and vandalism and destruction, hurting innocent people and tearing our cities apart. In response to these…
“I would note that there is good evidence that many of these acts of violence are being instigated not by victims of injustice but by outsiders determined to stoke the rage that many feel…
“One man who experienced that period of American history firsthand is our colleague on the other side of the Capitol, Congressman John Lewis. He fought and marched alongside Dr. King,…
“Our Constitution guarantees every American the right to protest injustice, and I believe we all have a responsibility to stand up for what is right and condemn what is plainly wrong.”
“Churches have begun safely welcoming worshippers, restaurants are beginning to safely seat customers, albeit with the appropriate social distancing, and retailers are now beginning to…