Senator Tammy Duckworth: The reasons this veteran is firmly against Trump’s National Guard deployment in cities
Trump’s Military Missteps in American Cities One of my proudest moments? It was when I first put on my uniform, laced up my boots, and took an oath to the Constitution as part of the Illinois Army National Guard. I truly valued every day I was able to wake up and identify myself as an […]
Veteran Senator Tammy Duckworth explains her opposition to Trump’s National Guard deployment in cities.
National Guard Deployment Draws Criticism One of the most significant moments in my life was when I first strapped on my boots, donned my uniform, and took the oath to uphold the Constitution as a member of the Illinois Army National Guard. I valued every day I could wake up and identify as an American […]
Duckworth criticizes Hegseth: ‘The military wouldn’t be able to function without the women who serve’
Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) confronted Secretary of Defense Pete Hegses on Sunday, emphasizing that the military relies on the contributions of women. “This is, without a doubt, the most unqualified defense secretary in our nation’s history, and he’s questioned women’s capabilities,” Duckworth remarked, referencing a female ranger who has graduated from SEAL School, during an […]
Duckworth Claims ICE Agents are Employing ‘Gestapo Tactics’ in Chicago
Sen. Tammy Duckworth Criticizes ICE Tactics in Chicago On CBS’s “Face the Nation” this past Sunday, Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) condemned ICE agents for employing what she described as “Gestapo tactics” in Chicago. Here’s a portion of the discussion: Margaret Brennan: There seems to be an increase in agents or federal involvement. The FBI mentioned […]
Duckworth reveals new law to safeguard VA jobs
Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) announced on Wednesday that she is introducing two legislative measures aimed at safeguarding jobs within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The first proposal, called the “Crisis Protection Veterans Act,” mandates that VA Secretary Doug Collins must report to Congress prior to any cuts to the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL). This bill […]
Illinois Senate candidate endorsed by Duckworth
Illinois Lt. Col. Juliana Stratton gained support from Sen. Tammy Duckworth, primary, to take over the retired Sen. Dick Durbin. Stratton launched her campaign last week after the 80-year-old Durbin, who was first elected to the Senate in 1996, announced that she would not seek reelection in 2026. It was approved last week Illinois Governor […]
Duckworth Slams Hegseth for Recklessly Endangering Troops with ‘Singular Stupidity’
Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), a former Black Hawk helicopter pilot and combat veteran, stated that the “singular incompetence” of Defense Secretary Pete Hegses necessitates that the military is put in jeopardy. “Before Donald Trump and Republicans recognize he is not merely a liar, should Pete Hegses disclose his classified intelligence?” Duckworth, a member of the […]
Sen. Tammy Duckworth Calls for Pete Hegseth to Resign: ‘F**king Liar’
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) has issued a statement calling on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegses to step down Atlantic Ocean We have published an article showing private signal messages between members of the Trump administration's cabinet. Hegses shared what the magazine labeled “Plan of Attack.” In a press release issued On Wednesday, Duckworth said “all […]
Duckworth: 'Pete Hegseth is a 'f—ing liar'
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Secretary of Defense, called Pete Hegses a “f—liar” and demanded that he resign. Duckworth, a combat veteran, former Black Hawk helicopter pilot and member of the Senate Armed Service and Foreign Relations Committee, said Hegses risked the lives of American service members by discussing the timing and sequencing of a US […]
Duckworth: Trump’s Pentagon pick has less experience than Applebee’s manager
Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), a military veteran and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, says President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon is dangerously unqualified to run an Applebee's restaurant. He said that he has less management experience than he does as a person. . “The average Applebee's executive has probably managed more people […]