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Trump may have backed down for now, but he’s shown how unhinged he is by threatening the death of a “whole civilization.” I’m heading back to DC to try and get answers for the American people. Congress needs to return to the Capitol immediately and vote to end this war.

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Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govApr 8(source)

CNN

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President Donald Trump said he’d agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, less than two hours before his 8 p.m. deadline to destroy a “whole civilization.” Trump said the ceasefire agreement was made on the condition that Iran agree to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz. https://cnn.it/4bZr5yA

DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities'

The Trump administration wants to create further chaos in our airports and our country. These ideas aren’t solutions, they're just retaliation that’ll make life harder for us.

The move could halt international air travel and commerce at major airports in Democratic states, and have major ramifications for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

We can't afford Trump's war tax at the pump. Plain and simple.

The Washington Post

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Democrats all over the country are seizing on the spike in gas prices triggered by the war in Iran. The cost of filling up a tank is adding to Democratic messaging about affordability, with voters already keenly concerned with the rising cost of living.

The bottom line is: you deserve a government you can trust—that works for you, not against you. Together, let's root out corruption and override it by a deep and profound sense of public service. I look forward to sharing more with you soon. 2/2

I’ve dedicated my life’s work to fixing our broken politics. Yesterday, I delivered remarks at @nyulaw.bsky.social and laid out my anti-corruption agenda. 1/2

Congress must convene immediately to condemn Trump’s horrific threats against tens of millions of people and stop this unconstitutional war. We must prevent Trump from unleashing the catastrophic and illegal violence he is touting.

The New York Times

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President Trump threatened on Tuesday to wipe out a “whole civilization,” as he ramped up pressure on Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz. Trump has set a deadline of 8 p.m. Eastern for Iran to end its effective blockade of the strait. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/4suBZS8

Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govApr 6(source)

I believe that public officials should work for the people they serve, not their own profit. That’s why I’m demanding answers over the alleged corruption at DHS by Corey Lewandowski.

Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govApr 6(source)

On World Health Day, we must stand with science and for the health of communities around the world. In the U.S., we must continue to support evidence-based public health, invest in medical research, and give relief to the millions of care workers who look after our loved ones.

Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govApr 5(source)

Happy Easter to all celebrating across the Garden State!

Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govApr 4(source)

Earlier this week I heard from students in NJ. For many of them, working the night shift before class or having two jobs is routine. They are struggling to afford gas, groceries, childcare, and tuition. Life is too expensive for too many. We need to focus on the American people.

Like so many of you, I’m holding my breath and hoping for the quick recovery of the second crew member and for the security of the rescue effort. One thing we can all agree on is the safety of our service members.

Axios

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BREAKING: One of two crew members of a U.S. fighter jet that was shot down over Iran was located and rescued by U.S. special forces and the search for the second is ongoing, sources tell Axios.

FEMA complies with court order to resume major disaster preparedness grant program

We must be prepared for disasters BEFORE they happen. That’s why I fought to reinstate funding for the BRIC program. Let's continue to make sure states can take proactive steps to protect our communities from fires, floods, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Wednesday opened applications for a major resilience grant program that the agency canceled last year, less than three weeks after a federal judge ordered FE...

You deserve a government you can trust and elected officials you can believe in. That's what I'm fighting to get back in the U.S. Senate.

Trump is driving up costs to fight a war the American people had no say in. We are poorer than we were six weeks ago.

It was an honor to speak about this talent and innovation at the NJ Chamber of Commerce’s ReNew Business Summit and reiterate my support for making New Jersey *the* place businesses want to be. 2/2

This week, I got to travel around my home state and meet with bright young minds, as well as see how NJ companies like Thorlabs are pioneers in their field. 1/2

The Attorney General needs to be on the side of the law, not abusing their position to protect and serve Donald Trump. This was a needed change but the damage done cannot be overstated - we must have a Justice Department that shows independence, not blind loyalty.

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BREAKING: Pam Bondi, a loyalist who oversaw Justice Department upheaval, is out as his attorney general, President Trump says.

Blocked once again by Speaker Johnson, who cares more about his own job than working for the American people. Everyone wants to see this bipartisan deal to fund critical agencies like FEMA and TSA passed. It’s ridiculous that he’s still standing in the way.

The New York Times

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