Durbin: FBI agents were instructed to mark Epstein records that referred to Trump
Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), who serves as a ranking member on the Senate Judiciary Committee, recently informed Attorney General Pam Bondi that about 1,000 FBI employees have been tasked with reviewing a vast number of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, particularly noting references to President Trump. In a series of letters sent […]
Durbin joins the movement regarding Epstein files
Democrats Push for Release of Epstein Files On Tuesday, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin from Illinois stood alongside his fellow Democrats to advocate for the release of federal documents related to the case of Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and financier. In an interview with CNN’s Kate Bolduan, two Senate Democrats expressed strong support […]
Dick Durbin Describes Proposal to Relocate Space Shuttle to Texas as a ‘Theft’
The proposal to relocate the retired Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian to Houston, Texas, is encountering opposition, particularly from Senator Dick Durbin, who has called the effort a “robbery” by Texas. Durbin introduced an amendment titled “Houston, there’s a problem,” aimed at highlighting what he perceives as wastefulness. According to a report from Ars […]
Why are Republicans assisting Dick Durbin in weakening Trump’s crypto legislation?
Sen. Durbin Revisits Credit Card Competition Law Fifteen years back, Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) slipped some amendments into a law that surprisingly benefited major retailers like Walmart and Target to the tune of $90 billion. Now, he seems poised to try something similar again, this time seeking Republican support. Meanwhile, President Trump has made his […]
Durbin delays Florida US attorney nominee as the conflict over DOJ appointments intensifies
During the Senate’s initial judicial candidate hearing on Wednesday, Senator Dick Durbin took the opportunity to highlight that he backs at least one of President Donald Trump’s nominees for the Justice Department. He mentioned a Florida candidate, saying he had spoken with both senators from the state. “It’s not personal,” he noted, emphasizing the need […]
Krishnamoorthi starts campaign for Durbin position
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) put an end to the speculation about his next step by announcing on Wednesday that he will run for the Senate seat currently held by Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.). “We’re ignoring the Constitution, acting like tyrants, surrounded by wealthy supporters and aggressive extremists, threatening our rights and manipulating the rules for […]
Krishnamoorthi teases potential run for Durbin Senate seat
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) teased the announcement of a potential run to retire from his seat in an interview with CNN on Friday. “I will be making an announcement about it at a later date, but today we are basically talking about Dick Durbin’s legacy and his service to Illinois. He said Durbin “is coming […]
Durbin suggests aging lawmakers should consider retiring
Senate minority Whipdick Durbin, D-Ill. suggested on Thursday that more senior lawmakers like him should consider when they want to leave politics and give way for the younger generation. “If you’re honest about yourself and your reputation, you still want to leave when you’re not transported through the back door,” Durbin said. He told MSNBCIn […]
Dick Durbin gives tearful goodbye as Democrats’ power play begins for minority whip
D-Ill in 2026. With longtime Senator Dick Durbin leaving for the coming days, the fight for his coveted role as Senate minority Whip, the second-highest leadership role in the Caucus next to Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, will soon begin. “When the torch has to go through, there’s a point in your career and I’ve […]
Durbin exit fuels talk of ‘Biden effect’ as aging Senate Democrats step aside
The so-called “Biden Effect” was apparently a factor in Congress’ longevity after Senate minority Dick Durbin announced that he would seek reelection in nearly 40 years. In 2024, President Joe Biden was politically kicked out after supporting his decades of Younger deputy, Kamala Harris, after a disastrous performance of President Donald Trump. Since then, several […]