Republican Ballroom Funding Bill “Doesn’t do a Damn Thing” to Help Families – Merkley
Senator Merkley torches the Republican focus on weaponizing reconciliation to fund Trump’s ballroom as families are struggling to pay for groceries, rent, and gas during a press conference on May 12, 2026.
Put Families Ahead of Predatory Payday Lenders – Merkley Calls for Commonsense Guardrails
Senator Jeff Merkley brought a Joint Resolution of Disapproval to the Senate floor to undo the Trump Administration’s industry giveaway to predatory payday lenders and restore critical consumer protections.
Merkley Forces Vote to Rein in Trump’s Illegal War with Iran
Senator Jeff Merkley forced a War Powers Resolution vote to rein in Trump’s unconstitutional war with Iran on May 13, 2026.
Why We Need A Bureau Dedicated To Consumer Protection
Senator Merkley during a Q and A with the Senate Banking Committee on the efficacy of past regulators of protecting consumers.
The Bluegrass Boondoggle
Senator Merkley spoke on the floor about the Bluegrass Boondoggle, a tax subsidy for millionaires and billionaires who own racehorses.
We Must Free America From Overseas Oil
Senator Merkley announced the introduction of the Oil Independence for a Stronger America Act, which will set into law the goal of achieving independence from overseas oil in the next 20 years and provides a specific plan for achieving it.
Merkley: The President Did Not Go Far Enough
Senator Merkley spoke with Jon Scott of Fox News on the President’s plans to reduce troops in Afghanistan
Senator Merkley Discusses Need to Change Course in Afghanistan
Senator Jeff Merkley spoke with Thomas Roberts of MSNBC on the need for sizable and sustained reduction of troops in Afghanistan.
Merkley: It Should Be a Homecoming with a Home
Senator Merkley spoke on the floor about Tim Collette, a resident of Bend, OR, facing foreclosure while his son is serving in Iraq and the Merkley amendment to help folks like Tim keep their homes.
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