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.
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.
Clean Energy is an Easy Choice
Senator Merkley makes his opening remarks at the EPW markup of the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act.
Creating Jobs by Helping Community Banks Lend to Small Businesses – The Morning Meeting
Senator Merkley talks with Dylan Ratigan about how his Bank on Our Communities Act will increase lending to small businesses and create jobs by supporting co…
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