Retired Sergeant First Class Thomas Koehler bravely served our nation in Iraq and Afghanistan, sustaining combat injuries during his time in uniform. He continued his service even after he retired by supporting our veterans in Southern Nevada.

My heart is broken at the news that @lvmpd.com Officer and Marine veteran Austin Abdelnabi was killed in the line of duty last night. I’m keeping Officer Abdelnabi's loved ones and fellow officers in my thoughts during this incredibly difficult time. His service & sacrifice will never be forgotten.

The Great American Outdoors Act was signed into law six years ago, marking the largest investment in our public lands in U.S. history to make sure our national parks are protected for generations to come.

Law-abiding TPS recipients have built their entire lives here, contributing so much to our economy and communities. The Trump Admin’s cruel decision to terminate their protections will only put families in harm’s way and devastate our economy.

Voting by mail is safe, secure and effective. Trump isn’t trying to keep elections safe, he’s attacking American’s constitutional right to vote.

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📬 USPS LATEST: Last week, an appeals court blocked USPS from implementing Trump’s executive order attacking mail voting. The EO directs USPS to only deliver mail ballots if states hand over a list of preapproved voters. Now, the DOJ is asking the Supreme Court to weigh in.

Last week, I was honored to meet with President Zelenskyy and join my Senate colleagues in advancing our bipartisan bill to place additional sanctions on Russia and Putin’s inner circle and make those who enable Russia's energy and defense sectors to pay a heavy price.

Last week, I asked Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. Agency for Global Media a simple question: will she commit to not meddling in reporting that criticizes anybody the President likes? She couldn’t say yes. It shouldn’t be a difficult question.

As wildfires continue to ravage the country and the impacts of wildfire smoke are felt across communities, it’s important that Nevadans have the federal resources they need to stay safe.

ICE is going after law-abiding people in airports, including those with pending green card and visa extension applications. Many of these individuals are following all of the rules, but government processing delays are causing lapses in their status.

ICE Arrests Surge at Airports, Opening New Front in Deportation Drive

Federal agents are arresting spouses of Americans, tech workers and others whose visas have expired, including many who have active applications to stay in the country.

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Donald Trump is going after vote by mail again – the same vote by mail system he used himself a few months ago. Nevadans deserve to have their voices heard, and I’ll keep working to ensure the Trump Admin can’t undermine that.

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Trump asked the Supreme Court to allow the administration to move forward with implementing a sweeping executive order aimed at mail voting that lower courts blocked in nearly two dozen states – setting up a major elections dispute at the high court months before the midterms. https://cnn.it/4x9vFSL

Trump is now saying the quiet part aloud: he’s still focused on using YOUR tax dollars for a corrupt slush fund to pay out his cronies, while doing NOTHING to help you. It’s time to pass my three bills to redirect this funding to help lower health care & food costs and invest in our law enforcement.

Remember last month when Senate Republicans blocked my bills to kill Trump's slush fund for good and redirect the funding to Medicaid, SNAP, or law enforcement if it was brought back? Now we know why — it's because the fund was never dead after all.

Trump’s nominee to be U.S. Ambassador to Slovakia has argued that the United States has a Christian identity and that the separation of church and state is a myth. If confirmed by the Senate, he will represent Americans of ALL faiths, and work with diplomatic leaders from around the world.

Translation: Donald Trump doesn't want to permanently end his corrupt slush fund of YOUR tax dollars to pay January 6 insurrectionists.

Last week, I welcomed Nevada high school students participating in the American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation and the American Legion Boys Nation programs to my Senate office. These student leaders have bright futures ahead!

And, @rosen.senate.gov joins The Weeknight to dig into the fallout over the president's voter suppression bill as some Republican senators call for a delay of the August recess to debate the legislation despite a lack of support.

Interviewed the remarkable @rosen.senate.gov about the AG nomination of Todd Blanche; Western wildfires; the affordability crisis under Trump; and the importance of true, offline community in the fight for democracy:

Votes Speak Louder Than Words in Congress

Senator Jacky Rosen points out that while Trump gets richer every day, our wallets feel lighter.

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🚨 The Senate unanimously passed my resolution OPPOSING a pardon for convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell, sending a clear message to the White House and Blanche. Even if Senate Republicans confirm Blanche, the entire Senate has made it clear: there should be no special treatment for Maxwell.

First, Washington Republicans cut Medicaid to pay for tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy. Then, they let the Affordable Care Act's enhanced tax credits expire. Now, Trump is raising the price of prescriptions for seniors on Medicare.

Instead of focusing on lowering costs for families, Donald Trump is trying to nationalize elections and strip Americans of their voting rights by pushing to pass the hyper-partisan “SAVE America Act.” It’s shameful and those efforts are going nowhere.

Owning a home is out of reach, the average age of a first time homebuyer is 40. I'm proud the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law – to help lower costs and put the American Dream of homeownership back within reach.

Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.58%, highest level in nearly a year

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in nearly 12 months, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers at a time when rising oil prices are already ...

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Trump’s tariff taxes are going to raise the cost of building materials for houses, raise grocery costs, and drive even more potential visitors away from our country – hurting workers that count on tourism in states like Nevada. That’s what Donald Trump’s actions mean for us.

Each year, wildfire season exposes Nevada communities to many dangers, from flames that endanger lives and critical infrastructure to harmful smoke and air pollutants. Wildfires and their smoke don’t stay confined to one state, either.

It is very likely that the United States military bombed an Iranian elementary school nearly 5 months ago — killing at least 175 people, a majority of them innocent children. Yet, the Department of Defense still has yet to release a report into the strike. 🧵

In Southern Nevada, we expect our summers to be hot. But extreme heat is more than uncomfortable – it’s actually the deadliest weather condition. That’s why it’s so important that our communities are prepared to handle it.

Since the beginning of Donald Trump’s war in Iran, Nevadans have paid an extra $514 million for gas. That comes out to an EXTRA $460 per family. Instead of focusing his gold-plated ballroom and other vanity projects, Trump needs to bring families much-needed relief at the pump.

The deadly June earthquakes in Venezuela have claimed thousands of lives and left countless injured and without shelter. I asked Ambassador Michael Kozak what the State Dept. is doing to ensure American aid is reaching those affected, and not being taken by corrupt officials. Here was his response:

What a treat to say hello to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada! They do incredible work to support youth across Nevada and it was a pleasure to meet some of their members.

The American people deserve a president who puts them first, but Donald Trump doesn’t care that families can’t afford rent, groceries, gas, or even health care. He only cares about himself.