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Congressman Cohen Says Trump's "A whole civilization will die tonight" Statement is a Call for Genocide
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cohen Says Trump's "A whole civilization will die tonight" Statement is a Call for Genocide
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Urges military leaders to weigh their consciences in light of clearly unlawful orders to destroy civilian infrastructure
WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a member of the Judiciary and Intelligence Committees, considered President Trump's threat to end a world-historical civilization with attacks on civilian infrastructure in Iran tonight and released the following statement:
"Trump's
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cohen Says Trump's "A whole civilization will die tonight" Statement is a Call for Genocide
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Urges military leaders to weigh their consciences in light of clearly unlawful orders to destroy civilian infrastructure
WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a member of the Judiciary and Intelligence Committees, considered President Trump's threat to end a world-historical civilization with attacks on civilian infrastructure in Iran tonight and released the following statement:
"Trump'smegalomania has reached a point that his proposed attacks tonight must be stopped. Calling for the end of Persian 'civilization' is a call for genocide, something so far beyond acceptable that any decent human being must oppose it. The Cabinet has the 25 th Amendment to rein in this unhinged behavior and remove him from office. His actions make him unfit for office, and a disgrace to the Presidency. It is morally reprehensible for an American President to call for genocide. Our military leaders have the duty to recognize and reject unlawful orders. Trump has gone too far."
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Original text here: https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-says-trumps-whole-civilization-will-die-tonight
Chairmen Jordan, Steil, and Comer Statement on Reports ActBlue May Have Misled Congress
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSrpt) -- Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Chairmen Jordan, Steil, and Comer Statement on Reports ActBlue May Have Misled Congress
Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH), House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil (R-WI), and House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) issued the following statement after reporting alleged ActBlue may have misled Congress on how it vets foreign donations:
"Our investigation found ActBlue's
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WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSrpt) -- Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Chairmen Jordan, Steil, and Comer Statement on Reports ActBlue May Have Misled Congress
Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH), House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil (R-WI), and House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) issued the following statement after reporting alleged ActBlue may have misled Congress on how it vets foreign donations:
"Our investigation found ActBlue'sinternal fraud prevention measures were wholly insufficient for preventing illegal foreign campaign donations. Today's reporting reconfirms that finding and raises serious questions about whether ActBlue's CEO intentionally misled Congress at the onset of this investigation," said the Chairmen. "We will continue our investigation and keep all options on the table as we seek the truth."
Background:
On December 9, 2024, Chairmen Jordan and Steil sent a letter to Sift, the company that provides "fraud detection and prevention services" for ActBlue, demanding information documents and communications related to Sift's efforts to deter fraudulent transactions on ActBlue.
On April 2, 2025, the Committees released a joint interim staff report that revealed ActBlue made its fraud-prevention rules "more lenient" twice in 2024--even though there is extensive fraud on the platform, including from foreign sources. The Committees also sent a letter to ActBlue requesting documents and transcribed interviews.
On June 25, 2025, the Committees issued two subpoenas to a current and a former ActBlue employee after they both failed to comply with the Committees' request for transcribed interviews.
On July 22, 2025, the Committees issued a subpoena to ActBlue CEO Regina Wallace-Jones for materials related to the Committees' investigation into the fundraising platform.
On September 4, 2025, the Committees issued subpoenas to one current and two former employees at ActBlue to appear for depositions.
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REPORT: https://cha.house.gov/_cache/files/0/2/023114d3-fb47-4fe0-bd97-7b3282228043/40BBB1E56A8019BCAF7A179364DD9EFCEC3977BC83FA29CD5EBF7484BB2A522B.04.02.25-fraud-on-actblue-how-the-democrats-top-fundraising-platform-opens-the-door-for-illegal-election-contributions-w-appendix.pdf
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Original text here: https://judiciary.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairmen-jordan-steil-and-comer-statement-reports-actblue-may-have-misled
Casten Statement on Trump Threat to Destroy a "Whole Civilization"
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Casten Statement on Trump Threat to Destroy a "Whole Civilization"
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Sean Casten released the following statement:
"The president's threat to wipe out an entire civilization is dangerous, reckless, and would constitute a war crime under both domestic and international law. This rhetoric undermines U.S. credibility, endangers civilians, and places American personnel in untenable legal, moral, and mortal jeopardy. Anyone in the Trump Administration who acts on this
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Casten Statement on Trump Threat to Destroy a "Whole Civilization"
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Congressman Sean Casten released the following statement:
"The president's threat to wipe out an entire civilization is dangerous, reckless, and would constitute a war crime under both domestic and international law. This rhetoric undermines U.S. credibility, endangers civilians, and places American personnel in untenable legal, moral, and mortal jeopardy. Anyone in the Trump Administration who acts on thisthreat and violates the law must be held accountable, including criminal liability.
"The urgency of the situation demands immediate action. This is the type of moment the 25th Amendment was drafted to address. The president is unfit to serve, and lives are at stake. The entire chain of command has a responsibility in this moment to step up and put their country over their loyalty to the president."
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Original text here: https://casten.house.gov/media/press-releases/casten-statement-on-trump-threat-to-destroy-a-whole-civilization
Boozman, Cramer, Hassan, Slotkin Push Expanded Outdoor Rehabilitation for Veterans
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Boozman, Cramer, Hassan, Slotkin Push Expanded Outdoor Rehabilitation for Veterans
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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) in introducing the Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act, legislation aimed at helping former servicemembers access outdoor recreation opportunities to improve their well-being. The effort comes as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released its 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Boozman, Cramer, Hassan, Slotkin Push Expanded Outdoor Rehabilitation for Veterans
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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) in introducing the Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act, legislation aimed at helping former servicemembers access outdoor recreation opportunities to improve their well-being. The effort comes as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released its 2025 National Veteran Suicide PreventionAnnual Report, which highlighted persistent struggles with anxiety, depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among former servicemembers.
"Veterans often find comfort and healing in the great outdoors, so helping increase their opportunities for healthy rehabilitation in those settings is important," said Boozman. "Our former servicemembers in Arkansas and nationwide struggling with anxiety, depression and the effects of PTSD will benefit from this commonsense, bipartisan solution that taps into their love for outdoor recreation through programs close to where they are. I am pleased to join my colleagues in this effort to support their mental health."
"Let's face it, for a lot of veterans, healing doesn't happen in a doctor's office," said Cramer. "One of our nation's greatest veterans and of course, eventually the Commander in Chief, the President, Theodore Roosevelt, escaped to North Dakota's badlands after the death of his wife and mother on the same day. After that inexplicable great grief, he credits North Dakota's outdoors as the place where the romance of his life began. Sometimes healing begins in places like a quiet trail, by the water, or under an open sky. Our bill helps state veterans' agencies expand outdoor recreation opportunities, so that more of the men and women who served our country can find their healing, hope, and a sense of calm in the outdoors once again, much like Theodore Roosevelt did."
"This bipartisan bill will expand access to outdoor rehabilitative and wellness programs for the brave men and women who have sacrificed to keep us safe, secure, and free," said Hassan. "Outdoor recreation is good not only for our physical health, but it has also been shown to improve our mental health. This bill is one more way to get veterans the support that they have earned and deserved."
The bill would create a federal grant program for state veterans' agencies to develop or expand outdoor recreation opportunities for former servicemembers. Under the proposal, states could run programs directly or partner with local outfitters and recreation providers to offer nature-based activities. States and contracted partners would be encouraged to coordinate with relevant federal land management agencies to support veterans-focused programs, with each state that applies receiving a minimum of $200,000 to deliver these services.
Veterans have increasingly pointed to outdoor recreation as a tool for recovery and reintegration after leaving military service, noting time in nature and shared activities can help rebuild community, reduce stress and support long-term mental health. Early studies show outdoor programs are an effective tool in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety among veterans.
This effort builds on progress made through the Veterans COMPACT Act of 2020 that established a task force to provide recommendations regarding the benefits of outdoor recreation activities for veterans and the use of federal lands to support these activities.
The Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act is supported by the American Legion, Veterans Outdoor Advocacy Group, Veterans of Foreign Wars, National Association of State Park Directors and the Action Foundation.
"Veterans continue processing the experiences of their service long after their military career ends," said Navy SEAL Veteran and Veterans' Outdoor Advocacy Group Executive Director Ben Davis. "With millions of Americans transitioning from more than two decades of conflict, that work is happening across the country right now. Studies increasingly show that time spent in the outdoors can improve well-being, strengthen community, and support veterans as they move forward in civilian life. Expanding access to structured outdoor recreation ensures more veterans have the opportunity to benefit from those experiences."
"The National Association of State Park Directors supports the Veterans Outdoor Recreation Rehabilitation Act, which would help state park systems give veterans more options to access the outdoors," said National Association of State Park Directors CEO & President Paul McCormack. "State parks across the country are already improving accessibility through trails, boat ramps, campsites, and adaptive technologies. This grant program would allow state parks and our partners to scale these efforts to serve more veterans and their families."
"On behalf of the Action Foundation, I am pleased to express our strong support for the Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act," said Executive Director of the Action Foundation Audra Klinker. "This bill aligns closely with our mission by increasing access for veterans across the United States to beneficial outdoor and nature-based activities. It will also strengthen collaborative ties with nonprofit organizations and veterans service organizations, facilitating more effective program delivery and broader impact."
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Original text here: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=66219EFA-8796-4A90-BFBD-6D249B54703F
Beyer Demands Speaker Johnson Reconvene House as Trump Escalates Sick, Murderous Threats
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer Demands Speaker Johnson Reconvene House as Trump Escalates Sick, Murderous Threats
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) today released the following statement after President Trump announced his intention to further escalate the conflict in Iran and explicitly commit war crimes by targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure:
"My Republican colleagues in Congress continue to abdicate their duty and turn a blind eye as the President makes unhinged threats to obliterate an entire civilization in clear violation
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer Demands Speaker Johnson Reconvene House as Trump Escalates Sick, Murderous Threats
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) today released the following statement after President Trump announced his intention to further escalate the conflict in Iran and explicitly commit war crimes by targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure:
"My Republican colleagues in Congress continue to abdicate their duty and turn a blind eye as the President makes unhinged threats to obliterate an entire civilization in clear violationof basic human decency and American ideals. This is a moral failure and cowardice of the highest order. Speaker Johnson must bring the House of Representatives back into session immediately to reclaim its constitutional authority, serve as a desperately needed check on this increasingly erratic president, and vote on a War Powers Resolution to put an end to this madness at once.
"For decades, across both parties and all three branches of government, we have collectively failed to rein in the expansion of presidential power. Authority that the Constitution explicitly entrusted to Congress has steadily been ceded to the executive, eroding one of the most fundamental checks in our system. The Supreme Court compounded this failure by granting sweeping immunity to the President, further insulating the office from accountability. Today, that unchecked power rests in the hands of an immoral and unwell man willing to wield it recklessly, and the world is holding its breath.
"We have missed multiple opportunities to stop us from careening down this awful path. Senate Republicans confirmed a longtime advocate for war crimes and war criminals to be Secretary of Defense, despite his manifest unfitness for the job. Congress failed to stop unlawful boat strikes in the Caribbean that have killed dozens, many of them innocent fishermen, and in doing so allowed a dangerous precedent to take hold. When my colleagues who served in uniform sought to remind their fellow servicemembers of their duty to oppose illegal orders, the administration's response was to attempt to prosecute and sanction them. The message from Secretary Hegseth and President Trump has been a clear and consistent endorsement of impunity for criminal acts under the color of our flag. And Republicans in the House and Senate have pulled out all the stops on multiple occasions to defeat War Powers Resolutions that would have stopped this war. Now, the President is emboldened and untethered from consequences. He is escalating threats that, if carried out, would constitute egregious war crimes committed on behalf of the United States government and the American people. This moment demands urgent congressional intervention.
"The American people are under no illusion about the gravity of this moment. They know this is not normal, not justified, and not making us safer. They expect their elected representatives to decisively act, not retreat into silence out of blind allegiance to the President.
"The House cannot continue to stand idly by as this crisis deepens. I again call on Speaker Johnson to immediately bring the House back into session and ensure that this President does not further dishonor our country by carrying out this blatantly illegal and immoral threat."
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Original text here: https://beyer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9045
Barrett Celebrates Federal Investments He Secured for Ag Research at MSU, Wastewater Treatment in Brighton
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Barrett Celebrates Federal Investments He Secured for Ag Research at MSU, Wastewater Treatment in Brighton
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Brighton, Mich. - Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) visited Michigan State University and the Brighton wastewater treatment plant to highlight two local projects for which he secured federal funding. The investments to support agricultural research at Michigan State and replace the wastewater treatment plant's generator are part of the $146 million Barrett has secured for mid-Michigan projects
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Barrett Celebrates Federal Investments He Secured for Ag Research at MSU, Wastewater Treatment in Brighton
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Brighton, Mich. - Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) visited Michigan State University and the Brighton wastewater treatment plant to highlight two local projects for which he secured federal funding. The investments to support agricultural research at Michigan State and replace the wastewater treatment plant's generator are part of the $146 million Barrett has secured for mid-Michigan projectssince taking office last year.
"Visiting project sites at MSU and in Brighton today was a great reminder of why securing federal investments for mid-Michigan matters," said Barrett. "The Agricultural Research Service greenhouses at MSU are home to cutting-edge plant science experiments that benefit Michigan farmers and the people they feed, and I was proud to secure funding to take that research capability to the next level. In Brighton, the investment I secured will replace an aging generator so residents can count on safe and reliable wastewater treatment for years to come. I came to Congress determined to ensure our tax dollars benefit our local communities, and that's exactly what these resources are doing."At Michigan State University, Barrett met with research leaders to discuss how the $3 million the congressman secured in November will help the university renovate and maintain its greenhouse complex, where faculty, students, and other scientists conduct agricultural research that helps improve farming practices in Michigan and around the world. The university has a longtime partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service. The renovation will help researchers better maintain the environmental control necessary for plant science research.
"Renovating our greenhouses ensures that researchers and students have access to modern, high-quality facilities to conduct research that meets the needs of Michigan agriculture and beyond," said George Smith, MSU AgBioResearch director. "We're appreciative of Rep. Barrett's support that allows us to continue these upgrades, which helps MSU maintain and grow our position as a worldwide leader in plant science."In Brighton, Barrett met with city officials and staff of the Brighton Utilities Department. The $1 million Barrett secured in February will help the city replace the generator at its wastewater treatment plant to ensure the facility can operate without interruption.
"We are incredibly grateful to Representative Tom Barrett and the federal government for their support in securing this critical funding for our community," said Brighton City Manager Gretchen Golmolka. "Replacing the aging generator at our wastewater treatment plant is an essential investment that will protect public health and the environment, while ensuring uninterrupted service for our residents. This project strengthens our city's resilience and helps prepare us for future emergencies, giving our community greater confidence in the reliability of our infrastructure."
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Original text here: https://barrett.house.gov/media/press-releases/barrett-celebrates-federal-investments-he-secured-ag-research-msu-wastewater
Arrington Applauds Trump Administration Rolling Back Costly Biden-Era Methane Rule
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Arrington Applauds Trump Administration Rolling Back Costly Biden-Era Methane Rule
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Washington, D.C. - Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule scaling back the Biden administration's costly methane regulations for oil and natural gas producers. EPA estimates the rule will save roughly $2.5 billion over 15 years, or $208 million annually in industry compliance costs. Arrington previously
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WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Arrington Applauds Trump Administration Rolling Back Costly Biden-Era Methane Rule
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Washington, D.C. - Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule scaling back the Biden administration's costly methane regulations for oil and natural gas producers. EPA estimates the rule will save roughly $2.5 billion over 15 years, or $208 million annually in industry compliance costs. Arrington previouslyled efforts in the House to reverse the rule.
"The decision by President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin to roll back the Biden administration's job-killing Methane Rule is a major win for American energy security and working families.
"This harmful regulation imposed costly, unnecessary burdens on oil and gas producers, driving up energy prices for consumers and undermining domestic energy production.
"Last Congress, I was proud to lead the effort in the House to repeal President Biden's burdensome rule. Now that the Trump administration has taken action, Congress must codify this policy to cut bureaucratic red tape on production and unleash American energy dominance." - Chairman Arrington.
Background:
* Under the Biden administration, the EPA imposed costly regulatory requirements on oil and gas producers under Section 111 of the Clean Air Act and Subpart W of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program.
* Chairman Arrington introduced legislation during the 118th Congress to nullify this Biden-era rule.
* On April 6, 2026, the EPA under President Trump announced a final rule that would significantly scale back this burdensome regulation, a decision which is estimated to save $2.5 billion over 15 years in industry compliance costs.
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Original text here: https://arrington.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4434
