Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy: Jeff Sessions backed out of testifying

Late yesterday, Attorney General Jeff Sessions backed out of testifying in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee on Tu‌esday.

This is the second time in only two months in which Sessions has cancelled a scheduled hearing where my colleagues and I would have had the opportunity to ask him about the false testimony he provided during his confirmation hearings, as well as his half-hearted recusal from the investigation into Trump's ties to Russia.

The American people deserve answers. Both the Senate Appropriations Committee and the Judiciary Committee have oversight over the Department of Justice, and Sessions needs to testify publicly in front of both committees.

Add your name right now to demand Sessions testify publicly and send a clear message to the Attorney General: You can't run forever.

Sincerely,

Patrick Leahy
U.S. Senator

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Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy: Before Comey’s hearing

To‌morrow, former FBI Director James Comey will testify in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee. We expect to hear about Comey's conversations with President Trump, including conversations about ending the probe into Trump's former national security adviser, Michael T. Flynn. As the American people await Comey's public testimony, let's keep in mind the broader web tying President Trump's campaign and administration to Russia.

   **** I look forward to Comey's testimony shedding further light on the president's authoritarian efforts to obstruct the investigations into the ties between his campaign and administration and Russia -- and I encourage you to tune in tom‌orrow at 10‌AM ET.

Thank you, as always, for working alongside me to protect our democracy.

Sincerely,

Patrick Leahy
U.S. Senator

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Tomorrow, former FBI Director James Comey will testify in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee. We expect to hear about Comey’s conversations with President Trump, including conversations about ending the probe into Trump's former national security adviser, Michael T. Flynn.

As the American people await Comey’s public testimony, let’s keep in mind the broader web tying President Trump’s campaign and administration to Russia -- please share this graphic to make sure your friends and family are informed.

Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy: Trumpcare fails every test

The Congressional Budget Office just released their report on the House-passed Trumpcare bill, and it confirms how egregious and damaging this legislation would be for the American people. Over ten years, Trumpcare would take away insurance coverage from 23 million people. For Americans lucky enough to stay insured, Trumpcare would pile on thousands of dollars of out-of-pocket charges for individuals and families who need maternity care, opioid addiction treatment, and mental health services in states that use waivers. Millions with pre-existing conditions will lose coverage. From the bumbled beginning through every horrifying twist and turn, Trumpcare has never been about expanding access to care: It is a massive tax cut for the rich, disguised as a health plan. Trumpcare fails every test -- it should never be foisted on the American people. Add your name to join me in calling on Senate Republicans to work with Democrats to improve the Affordable Care Act and scrap this abomination of a health care bill. Thank you for taking action today. Sincerely, Patrick Leahy U.S. Senator ADD YOUR NAME » Contributions or gifts to Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. are not tax deductible. Paid for by Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. All content © 2017 Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc., All Rights Reserved PO Bo‌x 10‌42, Montpeli‌er, V‌T 056‌01

Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy: A budget that divides

President Trump just released his budget for 2018, and it is a blueprint for dividing our country. To pay for a drastic increase in defense spending, President Trump has proposed next year to cut over $50 billion to education, social services, health research, environmental protection programs, international diplomacy, and more. Over the next 10 years, he plans to cut $1.5 trillion from these programs! Trump's unconscionable budget would have dangerous consequences for our country, and we cannot stand for it. I'm going to do everything in my power to fight Trump's devastating cuts. Add your name right now to say you'll join me -- and, if you'd like, share a note on how Trump's heartless budget would affect you or your family. Trump's budget would slash programs that help young workers and middle-class families who are putting all they can into beating back personal debt and trying to get ahead. The budget also puts our national security at risk as it decimates the State Department and diplomacy initiatives. The effects of this Trump budget would be vast and far-reaching. Lowlights include slashed funds for rental assistance programs, food programs for seniors, and legal aid services; dozens of EPA and scientific research programs gutted; and the stripping of crucial billions in funding for Pell Grants and early childhood education. Help me fight this heartless budget: Add your name today, and if you'd like, share a note on how Trump's budget would affect you or those in your community. Thank you for taking action today. Sincerely, Patrick Leahy U.S. Senator ADD YOUR NAME » Contributions or gifts to Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. are not tax deductible. Paid for by Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. All content © 2017 Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc., All Rights Reserved PO Bo‌x 10‌42, Montpeli‌er, V‌T 056‌01

Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy: Our nation is at a precipice

Our nation is at a precipice.

President Trump's sudden firing of FBI Directory Comey was an authoritarian act. Trump's rash action came just days after Comey requested more resources for the bureau's investigation into Russia's interference in the 2016 presidential election, and the president himself admitted yesterday that he was thinking of "the Russia thing" when he made the decision to fire Comey.

This is only the latest example of the Trump White House working to obstruct the Russia investigation at every turn.

This is the same White House that blatantly interfered with the House Intelligence Committee's investigation, which led the Republican chairman to recuse himself. This is the same White House where Attorney General Jeff Sessions, after supposedly recusing himself from the Russia investigation, recommended the firing of the very official overseeing that same investigation.

It is clear that any credible investigation must take place far outside Trump's chain of command.

That is why I and others have said for months that a Special Counsel must be appointed to lead the Russia investigation. A Special Counsel, unlike an FBI Director or Deputy Attorney General, cannot be fired by the president.

Will you join this call? Add your name to demand the immediate appointment of a Special Counsel to lead a thorough and honest investigation into Russia's ties to Trump's campaign and administration.

If we do not get to the bottom of Russia's interference, Putin will have been successful in undermining our democracy. While Trump appears to be content with that result, I know many of my Republican friends are not.

While we may disagree on policy matters and we may have supported different candidates last November, all Americans should agree on the supremacy of the rule of law -- and that no person and no president should be above it.

On this issue, we must stand united in calling for a truly independent investigation.

Add your name to sign onto our petition calling for a Special Counsel to lead a truly independent investigation -- and then forward this message to at least three of your friends and family, whether Democrat or Republican, and ask them to join you.

Thank you for taking action to protect our democracy.

Sincerely,

Patrick Leahy
U.S. Senator

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Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy : This is Nixonian

President Trump's firing of FBI Director James Comey -- the man in charge of investigating Trump's ties to Russia -- is shocking. No American should accept Trump's absurd justification that Director Comey was fired for treating Secretary Clinton unfairly. The truth is undeniable: President Trump fired the sitting FBI Director in the midst of one of the most critical national security investigations in our country's history, one where senior officials in the Trump campaign and administration are themselves implicated. This is Nixonian, and we cannot stand for it. In light of Trump's troubling and increasingly suspicious actions, we must redouble our efforts in demanding the immediate appointment of an independent Special Counsel to investigate Trump's ties to Russia. Please, add your name right now to demand the immediate appointment of a Special Counsel to pick up the pieces of these investigations. Thank you for taking action to protect our democracy. Sincerely, Patrick Leahy U.S. Senator SIGN ON » P.S. After signing this petition, please forward this email to three or more of your friends and family to make sure they know about Trump's disturbing actions. Contributions or gifts to Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. are not tax deductible. Paid for by Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc. All content © 2017 Leahy for U.S. Senator Committee, Inc., All Rights Reserved PO Bo‌x 10‌42, Montpeli‌er, V‌T 056‌01

Patrick Leahy and our right to know

There are 'HEROES' in Congress who do their jobs and speak out for Americans! 
Please support them! 

Frank: One month from today Vermont will become the first state in the nation to require labeling of genetically modified foods. After Vermont passed its labeling law, Big Ag went on the attack in Congress, pushing the DARK Act – a bill to block all state labeling laws. In the face of tremendous opposition Vermont’s U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy has been by my side in the fight to protect the right of Americans to know what’s in our food. Together, we defeated Big Ag’s attempt to pass the DARK Act earlier this year and are holding firm. Now, Vermont Republican businessman Scott Milne, who claimed he has a “shot at taking [Leahy] out,” has launched a campaign to try to unseat our friend and ally, Pat Leahy. Today, I’m joining with progressive leaders to rally support for Pat Leahy.  Chip in $9 right now and let’s show the wealthy special interests we have Pat’s back!  As the ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Pat was the first senator to meet with President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee, Merrick Garland -- and he has been one of the most vocal Democrats calling on Republicans to do their jobs and immediately schedule a hearing for the judge. Named “Most Valuable Senator” in 2014 by The Nation magazine, there's simply too much at stake to let the right wing take out Senator Leahy. Make a $9 donation right now on this "Day of Action" and stand with Pat Leahy! Jeff P.S. Unless you specify otherwise on the ActBlue donation page, your contribution will be split 50/50 between Patrick Leahy and my leadership PAC so I can continue helping other Senate candidates and we can take back the Senate! Paid for by Jeff Merkley for Oregon. This email was sent by Jeff Merkley for Oregon PO Box 14172, Portland, OR 97293.