Merkley SLAMS Trump Ballroom Boondoggle
Senator Merkley objected to Republican attempts to authorize express approval to fund Trump’s ballroom project.
“Why Are You Targeting Nurses?” — Merkley Presses McMahon on Professional Degrees for Nurses
Senator Merkley pressed Education Secretary Linda McMahon on gutting TRIO programs and on her efforts to make it harder for nurses to pursue graduate education amid a dire shortage of health care workers.
Congress Must Act NOW to End Trump’s Illegal War with Iran
Senator Jeff Merkley spoke in support of passing War Powers Resolutions to rein in President Trump’s unconstitutional war with Iran on the floor of the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Senator Merkley Discusses Health Care on Countdown
Senator Merkley talks with Lawrence O’Donnell on Countdown on MSNBC a day before he cast his vote to move health care reform forward.
The Republican Plan to Prevent Health Care Debate
Senator Merkley explains the Republican strategy for preventing debate from moving forward on health care reform.
Senator Merkley Stresses Importance of Honoring America’s Promise to Our Veterans
Senator Merkley speaks on the Senate floor urging his colleagues to honor America’s veterans and ensure they have the resources and opportunities they deserv…
Senator Merkley Discusses Need for Financial Regulatory Reform
Senator Merkley talks to Dylan Ratigan on Morning Meeting on MBNSC about the need for strong financial regulatory reform.
The Reality of Employment Discrimination
Senator Merkley, joined by victims of workplace discrimination, speak out about the importance of passing the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA). Senat…
Senator Merkley Questions Republican Absence from Clean Energy Debate
At the EPW hearing, Senator Merkley questioned why Republicans have chosen not to attend the markup of the Clean Energy bill.
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