Senator Dick Durbin
@durbin.senate.gov
Serving the people of Illinois.
Democratic Whip and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee @judiciarydems.senate.gov.
Democratic Whip and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee @judiciarydems.senate.gov.
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Senator Dick Durbin
@durbin.senate.gov
· Apr 23
The decision of whether to run for re-election has not been easy. I truly love the job of being a United States Senator.
But in my heart, I know it’s time to pass the torch.
So, I am announcing today that I will not be seeking re-election at the end of my term.
But in my heart, I know it’s time to pass the torch.
So, I am announcing today that I will not be seeking re-election at the end of my term.
Our government is at its best when our local, state, and federal officials are working together. Yesterday, I hosted the United Counties Council of Illinois for a conversation about how our federal government can support counties in achieving our shared goals.
September 16, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Our government is at its best when our local, state, and federal officials are working together. Yesterday, I hosted the United Counties Council of Illinois for a conversation about how our federal government can support counties in achieving our shared goals.
I introduced the First Step Act because I believe that with the right investment & support, those in prison can turn their lives around.
It was a pleasure to meet with @senatorelgiesims.bsky.social to discuss Illinois efforts to reduce recidivism & give people across our state a second chance.
It was a pleasure to meet with @senatorelgiesims.bsky.social to discuss Illinois efforts to reduce recidivism & give people across our state a second chance.
September 15, 2026 at 10:11 PM
I introduced the First Step Act because I believe that with the right investment & support, those in prison can turn their lives around.
It was a pleasure to meet with @senatorelgiesims.bsky.social to discuss Illinois efforts to reduce recidivism & give people across our state a second chance.
It was a pleasure to meet with @senatorelgiesims.bsky.social to discuss Illinois efforts to reduce recidivism & give people across our state a second chance.
60 years after J. Edgar Hoover weaponized the FBI to target political opponents and civil rights leaders, we see Kash Patel using the same playbook.
September 15, 2026 at 1:42 PM
60 years after J. Edgar Hoover weaponized the FBI to target political opponents and civil rights leaders, we see Kash Patel using the same playbook.
Stephen Miller and Donald Trump are the architects of unfathomable cruelty, allowing immigrants to be shoved into small cages as punishment & in violation of ICE’s own standards. Alligator Alcatraz—and the abuse that happened inside its walls—will be remembered as a stain on our nation’s history.
'Alligator Alcatraz' detainees were confined to small metal enclosures: IG report
The sweeping report on the now-closed detention center painted a picture of a facility overrun with poor conditions from insect infestation in the showers to a lack of clean drinking water.
abc7ny.com
September 14, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Stephen Miller and Donald Trump are the architects of unfathomable cruelty, allowing immigrants to be shoved into small cages as punishment & in violation of ICE’s own standards. Alligator Alcatraz—and the abuse that happened inside its walls—will be remembered as a stain on our nation’s history.
The Trump mass deportation agenda is to make the immigration process so onerous that talented immigrants cannot remain in America after attending school here.
I led my Democratic colleagues to introduce a resolution of disapproval to block this Administration’s attacks on immigrant students.
I led my Democratic colleagues to introduce a resolution of disapproval to block this Administration’s attacks on immigrant students.
September 14, 2026 at 9:29 PM
The Trump mass deportation agenda is to make the immigration process so onerous that talented immigrants cannot remain in America after attending school here.
I led my Democratic colleagues to introduce a resolution of disapproval to block this Administration’s attacks on immigrant students.
I led my Democratic colleagues to introduce a resolution of disapproval to block this Administration’s attacks on immigrant students.
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From abusing Bureau resources to jet set around the world to his weaponization of the FBI, Kash Patel has a lot of explaining to do.
Tomorrow at 9am, Senate Judiciary Democrats will demand answers from Director Patel, under oath, about how he has made America less safe.
Tomorrow at 9am, Senate Judiciary Democrats will demand answers from Director Patel, under oath, about how he has made America less safe.
September 14, 2026 at 8:39 PM
From abusing Bureau resources to jet set around the world to his weaponization of the FBI, Kash Patel has a lot of explaining to do.
Tomorrow at 9am, Senate Judiciary Democrats will demand answers from Director Patel, under oath, about how he has made America less safe.
Tomorrow at 9am, Senate Judiciary Democrats will demand answers from Director Patel, under oath, about how he has made America less safe.
Diesel prices hit $6 per gallon for the first time in history thanks to Trump’s war with Iran.
It’s been six months and we’re no closer to an end to this conflict.
Trump’s chaotic foreign policy is alienating key allies and costing Americans more every day at the store and the pump.
It’s been six months and we’re no closer to an end to this conflict.
Trump’s chaotic foreign policy is alienating key allies and costing Americans more every day at the store and the pump.
apnews.com
September 11, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Diesel prices hit $6 per gallon for the first time in history thanks to Trump’s war with Iran.
It’s been six months and we’re no closer to an end to this conflict.
Trump’s chaotic foreign policy is alienating key allies and costing Americans more every day at the store and the pump.
It’s been six months and we’re no closer to an end to this conflict.
Trump’s chaotic foreign policy is alienating key allies and costing Americans more every day at the store and the pump.
The Will County Problem Solving Courts program has supported more than 1,000 participants and given our workforce new, skilled employees.
I was honored to speak at its graduation ceremony today and to celebrate the resilient men and women who just completed this incredible program.
I was honored to speak at its graduation ceremony today and to celebrate the resilient men and women who just completed this incredible program.
September 10, 2026 at 10:17 PM
The Will County Problem Solving Courts program has supported more than 1,000 participants and given our workforce new, skilled employees.
I was honored to speak at its graduation ceremony today and to celebrate the resilient men and women who just completed this incredible program.
I was honored to speak at its graduation ceremony today and to celebrate the resilient men and women who just completed this incredible program.
I visited the Workforce Center of Will County to hear from staff and volunteers about their efforts to provide veterans with workforce services and resources.
We have a responsibility to ensure that our veterans are taken care of, & it was a pleasure to see how the Center is making that a reality.
We have a responsibility to ensure that our veterans are taken care of, & it was a pleasure to see how the Center is making that a reality.
September 10, 2026 at 7:53 PM
I visited the Workforce Center of Will County to hear from staff and volunteers about their efforts to provide veterans with workforce services and resources.
We have a responsibility to ensure that our veterans are taken care of, & it was a pleasure to see how the Center is making that a reality.
We have a responsibility to ensure that our veterans are taken care of, & it was a pleasure to see how the Center is making that a reality.
Kash Patel has spent the last year weaponizing the world’s preeminent law enforcement agency to serve the interests of one person—Donald Trump.
He will have many questions to answer, under oath, when he comes before the Committee next week.
He will have many questions to answer, under oath, when he comes before the Committee next week.
BREAKING: FBI Director Kash Patel to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, September 15.
September 9, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Kash Patel has spent the last year weaponizing the world’s preeminent law enforcement agency to serve the interests of one person—Donald Trump.
He will have many questions to answer, under oath, when he comes before the Committee next week.
He will have many questions to answer, under oath, when he comes before the Committee next week.
From President Trump’s tariff taxes to his war with Iran, he has made it harder for small businesses to get by.
Today, I spoke with local business leaders in East Peoria to discuss what Congress can do to protect them from this Administration’s chaos.
Today, I spoke with local business leaders in East Peoria to discuss what Congress can do to protect them from this Administration’s chaos.
September 8, 2026 at 9:38 PM
From President Trump’s tariff taxes to his war with Iran, he has made it harder for small businesses to get by.
Today, I spoke with local business leaders in East Peoria to discuss what Congress can do to protect them from this Administration’s chaos.
Today, I spoke with local business leaders in East Peoria to discuss what Congress can do to protect them from this Administration’s chaos.
Our nation’s historical institutions are better because of Lonnie Bunch, whom I’m proud to call a friend. A list of his many accomplishments deserves its own plaque in the Smithsonian.
While Lonnie will step down at the end of the year, no Administration will ever be able to erase his legacy.
While Lonnie will step down at the end of the year, no Administration will ever be able to erase his legacy.
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch resigns amid attacks from Trump administration
Amid attacks from the White House, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down from his position after seven years of leading the Smithsonian Institution.
abcnews.com
September 8, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Our nation’s historical institutions are better because of Lonnie Bunch, whom I’m proud to call a friend. A list of his many accomplishments deserves its own plaque in the Smithsonian.
While Lonnie will step down at the end of the year, no Administration will ever be able to erase his legacy.
While Lonnie will step down at the end of the year, no Administration will ever be able to erase his legacy.
I joined @duckworth.senate.gov in demanding that FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford immediately give air traffic controllers the Congressionally authorized pay raise they deserve.
This money has been held up for 4 months & continuing to do so will only weaken retention & undermine aviation safety.
This money has been held up for 4 months & continuing to do so will only weaken retention & undermine aviation safety.
September 8, 2026 at 2:51 PM
I joined @duckworth.senate.gov in demanding that FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford immediately give air traffic controllers the Congressionally authorized pay raise they deserve.
This money has been held up for 4 months & continuing to do so will only weaken retention & undermine aviation safety.
This money has been held up for 4 months & continuing to do so will only weaken retention & undermine aviation safety.
This Labor Day, let’s honor the American labor movement, our hardworking unions, and the working families who power our nation. Happy Labor Day!
September 7, 2026 at 2:32 PM
This Labor Day, let’s honor the American labor movement, our hardworking unions, and the working families who power our nation. Happy Labor Day!
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One year ago today, Epstein survivors came to Capitol Hill to bravely share their stories. Since then, these women have testified before Congress & fought to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
These survivors deserve justice.
These survivors deserve justice.
September 3, 2026 at 8:34 PM
One year ago today, Epstein survivors came to Capitol Hill to bravely share their stories. Since then, these women have testified before Congress & fought to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
These survivors deserve justice.
These survivors deserve justice.
Rush University Medical Center has been recognized for the outstanding care it provides patients, but did you know their team also trains our military medical corps?
Today, I saw their Emergency Medicine training program in action, teaching students skills for mass trauma events.
Today, I saw their Emergency Medicine training program in action, teaching students skills for mass trauma events.
September 3, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Rush University Medical Center has been recognized for the outstanding care it provides patients, but did you know their team also trains our military medical corps?
Today, I saw their Emergency Medicine training program in action, teaching students skills for mass trauma events.
Today, I saw their Emergency Medicine training program in action, teaching students skills for mass trauma events.
Great conversation today with the Korean American Association of Greater Chicago about how we can best support our small businesses and protect health care for every generation.
September 2, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Great conversation today with the Korean American Association of Greater Chicago about how we can best support our small businesses and protect health care for every generation.
Air traffic controllers already work one of the most stressful jobs in America. And now their pay increase is being used as a bargaining chip by the Trump Administration.
Our air traffic controllers deserve better.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Our air traffic controllers deserve better.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
FAA Withholds Controller Pay Hike Amid Scheduling Overhaul Talks
The US Federal Aviation Administration is withholding a 2.8% pay increase from air traffic controllers until they meet demands for greater efficiency, agitating an already-demoralized workforce that’s...
www.bloomberg.com
September 2, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Air traffic controllers already work one of the most stressful jobs in America. And now their pay increase is being used as a bargaining chip by the Trump Administration.
Our air traffic controllers deserve better.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Our air traffic controllers deserve better.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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A 20-year-old college student, who came to the U.S. legally, lost all hope after the Trump Administration revoked Temporary Protected Status for those fleeing violence in Haiti.
The President's cruelty knows no bounds.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
The President's cruelty knows no bounds.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
College student steps into traffic, is killed after losing immigration status
Pierre Damas Bel’s family said he took his own life on a busy highway after the Trump administration canceled protections for thousands of Haitian immigrants and ICE officers placed him in an ankle mo...
www.washingtonpost.com
September 2, 2026 at 4:04 PM
A 20-year-old college student, who came to the U.S. legally, lost all hope after the Trump Administration revoked Temporary Protected Status for those fleeing violence in Haiti.
The President's cruelty knows no bounds.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
The President's cruelty knows no bounds.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Another person just died in ICE detention.
It’s more than double the number of people who died in all four years under the previous Administration.
The Trump Administration’s mass deportation policy does not represent America’s values.
It’s more than double the number of people who died in all four years under the previous Administration.
The Trump Administration’s mass deportation policy does not represent America’s values.
BREAKING: Another person has died in ICE detention, marking 57 deaths since Trump retook office.
September 2, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Another person just died in ICE detention.
It’s more than double the number of people who died in all four years under the previous Administration.
The Trump Administration’s mass deportation policy does not represent America’s values.
It’s more than double the number of people who died in all four years under the previous Administration.
The Trump Administration’s mass deportation policy does not represent America’s values.
As the U.S. faces a health care workforce shortage, I've made it a priority to secure federal funding for stellar nursing education, including the Illinois Wesleyan University Innovation Program. It was great to visit with nursing students & tour the program's updated education facilities today.
September 1, 2026 at 6:36 PM
As the U.S. faces a health care workforce shortage, I've made it a priority to secure federal funding for stellar nursing education, including the Illinois Wesleyan University Innovation Program. It was great to visit with nursing students & tour the program's updated education facilities today.
Army Secretary Driscoll was a professional in every way. I asked him to add Rock Island Arsenal to his priority visitation list. He was there within months as Secretary. He was always responsive and willing to help. Our country is fortunate to have had his outstanding service.
September 1, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Army Secretary Driscoll was a professional in every way. I asked him to add Rock Island Arsenal to his priority visitation list. He was there within months as Secretary. He was always responsive and willing to help. Our country is fortunate to have had his outstanding service.
It's been ONE YEAR since the Trump Administration began its illegal boat strike campaign, targeting and killing 227 people.
Let's not mince words: these strikes are extrajudicial killings.
Let's not mince words: these strikes are extrajudicial killings.
August 31, 2026 at 9:09 PM
It's been ONE YEAR since the Trump Administration began its illegal boat strike campaign, targeting and killing 227 people.
Let's not mince words: these strikes are extrajudicial killings.
Let's not mince words: these strikes are extrajudicial killings.
My mentor, Senator Paul Simon, was dedicated to serving the most vulnerable by expanding access to clean drinking water. I recently received the Water Advocate Award, but I thought it fitting to share this honor with the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute in recognition of Senator Simon's legacy.
August 31, 2026 at 6:55 PM
My mentor, Senator Paul Simon, was dedicated to serving the most vulnerable by expanding access to clean drinking water. I recently received the Water Advocate Award, but I thought it fitting to share this honor with the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute in recognition of Senator Simon's legacy.
Trump is deporting our Afghan allies' family members, even though they were approved by a immigration judge to live in the U.S. He's sending them to places where they may be at risk of persecution or torture, without due process.
That's not just unlawful, it’s cruel. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/29/u...
That's not just unlawful, it’s cruel. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/29/u...
Relative of Afghans Who Helped U.S. Military Is Deported to Africa
The Trump administration has deported thousands of immigrants to countries where they have no ties. Dozens were on the latest flight, to the Central African Republic.
www.nytimes.com
August 31, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Trump is deporting our Afghan allies' family members, even though they were approved by a immigration judge to live in the U.S. He's sending them to places where they may be at risk of persecution or torture, without due process.
That's not just unlawful, it’s cruel. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/29/u...
That's not just unlawful, it’s cruel. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/29/u...