
Kirsten Gillibrand
The latest on Kirsten Gillibrand. A Democrat, Gillibrand was appointed by former New York Governor David Paterson to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Hillary Clinton in 2009 after she was confirmed as secretary of state in the Obama administration. Gillibrand was then elected on her own in 2010. She previously represented New York's 20th congressional district from 2007 to 2009 and unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination for president in 2020.
Full list of 33 Democrats who voted to overturn D.C. crime bill
Of the 81 senators who voted against a new crime code for the capital, 33 were Democrats including the Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
As UFOs breach U.S. airspace, senators say NATO should also be 'concerned'
"I think [our allies] are appropriately concerned because we are all in it together as NATO allies," Senator Roger Wicker told Newsweek.
GE under bipartisan fire from senators for offshoring defense contracts
"One of the hardest things to do in any industry is to train the workers who can do manufacturing," an expert said. "Once you lose that capacity, it's gone."
Taxpayers fuel pricey private flights for senators. Who spent the most?
Some lawmakers paid hundreds of thousands of dollars over the past year alone.
Why Insulin Price Cap for Private Insurers Won't Be in Reconciliation Bill
Americans pay about 10 times more for insulin than people in 32 other countries, according to a 2020 government survey.
Kirsten Gillibrand Pushes 'Cyber Academy' to Fight China, Russia Cyber War
"One of the biggest challenges we have in the future is protecting the nation from a cyberattack and being able to win a cyberwar," Gillibrand told Newsweek.
Al Franken, Who Resigned From Senate in Disgrace, Considers Running Again
Franken resigned in January 2018 after eight women accused him of unwanted touching and forcible kissing.
Family Leave Fight Delays Spending Bill as Progressives Warn of 'Red Line'
At least a dozen Senate Democrats have signaled that they might not vote for Biden's infrastructure package if it doesn't include paid family leave.
Gillibrand May Not Vote for Social Services Package Without Family Leave
"It would be extremely hard because this is a bill, if we don't pass it now, it won't have a time like this again," New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said.
The Next Elected New York Governor, According to Bookmakers
Who will next be elected New York governor? Jumaane Williams and "Sex and the City" star Cynthia Nixon also named among early favorites.
Fourth Stimulus Check Gains Support in Congress As Third Round Being Sent
So far, 64 Washington lawmakers want relief checks to be reoccurring, starting with a fourth stimulus payment.
Chuck Schumer Becomes Top Democrat to Demand Cuomo Quit as Biden Stays Mum
Six women have accused New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment. Some of the women had worked as his aides.
Mcconnell, Cruz Using Ga. Senate Race to Fundraise for Their Own Campaigns
The campaigns of numerous other congressional Republicans and President Donald Trump have all been raising money off the race as well.
15 Veterans Day Quotes to Honor Those Who Have Served
"Our veterans who fall on hard times and find themselves without a home deserve more than just handwringing or kind words. They deserve real help that gets them back on their feet."-Michelle Obama
Bill Maher Says Republicans 'Don't Care' About Tara Reade's Biden Claims
Bill Maher said Republicans "don't care" about Tara Reade's sexual assault allegations, saying such claims are simply used as a "unilateral weapon" against Democrats.
Gillibrand Says She Supports Biden in Response to Assault Allegations
Responding to former Senate staff member Tara Reade's assault allegations against Joe Biden, Gillibrand told reporters on Tuesday that she supports the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee.
CNBC Shows Different Person For Andrew Yang on 2020 Election Graphic
Andrew Yang supporters accused CNBC of another "#YangMediaBlackout" Monday after the news network posted a 2020 candidate graphic showing an image of someone other than the presidential candidate.
Why Are 2020 Candidates Denied Access Inside Border Detention Facilities?
"It makes you wonder. What are we hiding?" Democratic candidate Julian Castro said.
Democratic Debates: Here's How to Tell Who's Winning
With so many candidates, it will be difficult to keep score in any traditional sense.
2020 Democratic Candidates Use Trump Reelection Bid to Push Agendas
"Trump is living in a parallel universe. He is way out of touch with ordinary people. He must be defeated," one candidate said.
NRA Published Kirsten Gillibrand Letter of Support After Fox News Town Hall
Kirsten Gillibrand said she considers the NRA the "worst organization in this country." But the presidential candidate once felt very differently about the gun advocacy group.
2020 Candidate Kirsten Gillibrand Rolls Out LGBTQ Rights Platform
"LGBTQ people deserve to live, work, raise families, and succeed just like anyone else ," Gillibrand wrote.
Gillibrand Blasts Kushner's Criticism of Mueller Probe
"I am gravely concerned that this administration continues to not take this seriously," the Democratic senator and 2020 contender said. "And those statements are highly inappropriate."
Backlash After Conference Starts With Words of Killer
Officials have blasted the use of Assata Shakur's words. But activists say she is a leader.
Gillibrand to Slam Trump Hotel As 'Shrine to Greed'
"President Trump is tearing apart the moral fabric of our country," the senator will say. "He demonizes the vulnerable and he punches down."
2020 Candidates Fuel Optimism for Women's Groups
"We've seen what a mess men have made in office and we just need to clean it up."
Kirsten Gillibrand: Trump Spreads Fear, Hate
The 2020 presidential candidate blamed President Donald Trump for helping to spread hatred and bigotry across the U.S.
How to Watch Kirsten Gillibrand Town Hall Discussion
"We're building a campaign that will change who's at the decision-making table, take on powerful interests and restore moral integrity to the White House," Gillibrand said in her launch video.
O'Rourke Suggests 2020 Running Mate Would Be a Woman
The former congressman from Texas highlighted that there are "so many extraordinary women who are running right now."
We Passed Paid Leave in Our States
Workers can take time to heal when they have a health care crisis and women can take time after having a baby.