Tammy Baldwin

The Trump administration plans to relaunch the LGBTQ+ youth crisis line under the 988 hotline but may exclude The Trevor Project, the organization that helped develop it. The service, which previously fielded 1.6 million contacts, was halted in July due to funding issues but is set to restart with $33 million allocated by Congress. Critics argue excluding The Trevor Project undermines efforts to support LGBTQ+ youth, who face higher suicide risks.

The Trump administration plans to relaunch the 988 hotline's LGBTQ+ youth crisis service but may exclude The Trevor Project, the organization that helped develop it. The service was previously discontinued in July due to funding issues but is being restored with $33 million allocated by Congress. Concerns arise over the potential exclusion of The Trevor Project, a trusted resource for LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention.

Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, responding to concerns raised by President Trump's openness to the idea. The legislation aims to block such deployments by requiring a congressional resolution and prohibiting military access to election records, while the White House countered by referencing stalled voting restrictions in the SAVE America Act.

Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require Congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, addressing concerns that President Trump might invoke a legal exception to bypass existing bans. The bill mandates 48-hour notice to Congress with justifications and prohibits military access to election records, while the White House countered by referencing stalled election security legislation.

U.S. Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, in response to concerns that President Donald Trump might use an exception in federal law to bypass the ban. The bill mandates a 48-hour notice to Congress and prohibits military personnel from accessing election records using federal funds.

Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act, requiring Congress to approve any deployment of federal troops to polling places. The legislation aims to prevent potential misuse of a legal exception allowing troops to 'repel armed enemies,' which some fear could be invoked by President Donald Trump. The bill mandates 48-hour notice to Congress and prohibits military access to election records.

U.S. Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require Congressional approval for federal troop deployments at polling places, citing concerns over President Donald Trump's public contemplation of such actions. The legislation aims to block troops from accessing election records and mandates the White House provide justifications for any deployment.

A provisional agreement between the U.S. and Iran includes lifting sanctions, unfreezing assets, ending a blockade, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and a $300 billion reconstruction fund, but critics argue it restores the pre-war status quo without addressing Iran's nuclear program. U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and others criticize the deal as a costly failure, citing public disapproval and the loss of 13 U.S. lives in a war they call unnecessary.

Senate Democrats are seeking to force a vote to overturn a Trump administration rule affecting Affordable Care Act enrollment and costs, arguing it will increase out-of-pocket expenses and reduce coverage. The rule, which includes stricter income verification and higher cost limits, is opposed by Democrats who claim it harms consumers amid rising healthcare costs.

Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep. Ro Khanna propose a new direct foreign investment review board to investigate President Donald Trump's deals. They raised concerns about Trump's courting of foreign investment.

Democratic Senators Tammy Baldwin, Bernie Sanders, and Chris Van Hollen have sent a joint letter to the Department of Homeland Security condemning the arrest and detention of Salah Sarsour, president of Milwaukee’s Islamic Society, since late March. They argue he was targeted for criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza, faces inadequate medical care for his diabetes, and lacks religious accommodations in detention.

Jeffery Taubenberger, who has been serving as acting head of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) since April 2025, has stepped down according to Sen. Tammy Baldwin. The exact timing and reasons for his departure remain unclear, with the Department of Health and Human Services declining to comment on his status.

Senator Tammy Baldwin discusses the ongoing fight between President Donald Trump and Congress over control of federal spending, and the success of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The lifeline has led to a notable reduction in youth suicide. Baldwin highlights the need for guardrails to ensure proper spending of taxpayer dollars.

Lawmakers Tammy Duckworth and Tammy Baldwin are seeking answers from the Federal Aviation Administration regarding airplane evacuation testing and reduced flight attendant staffing on long-haul flights. The concern is over the impact of fewer flight attendants on some widebody flights. CBS News is reporting on the story.

Two US senators, Tammy Duckworth and Tammy Baldwin, are calling on the FAA to study the impact of reduced flight attendant staffing on emergency evacuations. They express concern that there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation. This could potentially affect passenger safety.

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) defended his sarcastic use of 'Awesome' in a post about Iranian ships evading a U.S. blockade, accusing Republicans of deflecting criticism of Trump's Iran strategy. Murphy criticized Trump's blockade plan as counterproductive and highlighted the war's costs, while GOP critics accused him of supporting Iran. The controversy underscores Democratic challenges in opposing Trump's policies without appearing sympathetic to Iran.

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) defended his sarcastic X post calling Iranian ships evading a U.S. blockade 'Awesome,' dismissing Republican criticisms as disingenuous. He criticized Trump's Iran strategy, including the naval blockade, as counterproductive and costly, while GOP critics accused him of rooting for Iran.

Senate Republicans blocked a fifth Democratic attempt to end President Trump's war in Iran as the 60-day congressional review deadline nears. Some Republicans, including Sens. Susan Collins and Thom Tillis, have signaled potential opposition to extending the conflict, while Democrats vow to continue pushing resolutions to terminate the war.

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress after facing sexual misconduct allegations, with Senate Democrats like Tammy Baldwin and Maria Cantwell demanding his resignation. His decision followed bombshell reports from CNN and the San Francisco Chronicle detailing multiple allegations against him, prompting calls for accountability and a special election in California.

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress after facing sexual misconduct allegations, with multiple Senate Democrats demanding his resignation. Senators like Tammy Baldwin and Maria Cantwell called for his departure, while Swalwell claimed he resigned due to constituent pressure and denied the allegations. California Gov. Gavin Newsom must hold a special election to fill his vacated seat.