“We smell a rat!” – Merkley on Epstein Cover-up
Senator Merkley demanded transparency and justice at a Senate press conference about the Epstein Files on December 16, 2025.
Republicans BLOCK Merkley’s Bill to Prevent War with Venezuela
Senate Republicans blocked Senator Merkley’s Prohibiting Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela Act, which would block federal funds from being used for a war in or against Venezuela. Read more about this bill: https://www.merkley.senate.gov/senate-republicans-block-merkleys-bill-to-prevent-war-with-venezuela/
It’s Time to End the War in Afghanistan
Senator Merkley spoke on the Senate floor on his amendment to urge the President to accelerate the transfer of power to the Government of Afghanistan and bring our sons and daughters home.
Stories from Oregon
Senator Merkley tells the stories of two constituents from Oregon trying to make ends meet.
Merkley: New Poverty Numbers Further Need to Focus on Jobs
Senator Merkley speaks with MSNBC’s Craig Melvin on the need to focus on jobs.
Jeff Merkley Pays Tribute to Senator Mark O. Hatfield
Senator Merkley pays tribute to Senator Mark Hatfield, who passed away in August 2011
Merkley: Debt deal is not the right path
Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley spoke on the floor of the Senate to announce his decision to vote “no” on a debt deal that hurts our economy and puts greater burdens on middle class families.
The Consequences of Default
Senator Merkley spoke on the floor about the consequences of defaulting on working families.