Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.)
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Senator Blackburn Voices Concerns on Tax Deal
Jan 25, 2024In a statement released today, Senator Blackburn expressed her thoughts on the tax deal currently being discussed. She highlighted the positive impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which she believes unleashed the economy and helped businesses thrive.Senator Blackburn specifically mentioned the importance of reinstating certain provisions from the TCJA, such as R&D expensing, bonus depreciation, and the business interest deduction. She emphasized that these provisions are essential for Tennessee businesses and expressed her satisfaction that they are...
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Three Years On, Americans Continue to Suffer From Bidenflation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - According to U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, Tennesseans and the American people are still experiencing the negative effects of three years of inflationary spending, excessive regulations, and failed leadership under the Biden administration.Since President Biden assumed office, inflation rates have skyrocketed. In just 17 months, it reached a four-decade high of 9.1 percent, and even now it remains elevated at 3.4 percent, which is more than double the rate inherited by President Biden. The price of various essential goods and services has also surged...
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Senator Blackburn Opposes TikTok Setting Up Shop in Nashville
Jan 24, 2024U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has expressed her strong opposition to the popular social media platform TikTok attempting to establish a presence in Nashville. In a statement, Senator Blackburn highlighted the concerns surrounding the platform's ties to the Chinese Communist Party and the potential threat it poses to national security.Senator Blackburn stated, "Tennesseans do not want Communist China to set up shop in our backyard." She went on to explain that TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is obligated by Beijing's strict laws to provide...
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Blackburn, Rubio, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Protect Charities From Government Overreach
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) have joined forces with their colleagues to introduce the Safeguarding Charity Act. The aim of this bill is to protect the independence of the nation's tax-exempt organizations, such as private schools, churches, and non-profit charities.The need for this legislation arises from recent rulings by federal judges that have placed federal restrictions on private institutions solely based on their tax-exempt status. This has raised concerns that these institutions could face punishment if they fail to comply...
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On the Border, Democrats Are Making Illegal Legal
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) criticized the Biden administration and congressional Democrats for their open-border policies that prioritize illegal immigrants over law-abiding citizens and undermine the rule of law.Last week, House Republicans initiated impeachment proceedings against Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas because he fails to believe in securing the homeland. The numbers speak for themselves: over 8.5 million illegal immigrants, including 1.7 million known "gotaways," tens of thousands of pounds of lethal fentanyl smuggled into the country,...
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Senator Blackburn Welcomes Tennesseans To March For Life
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) expressed her gratitude to Tennesseans who traveled to the nation's capital for the 2024 March for Life. She commended the attendees for their ongoing dedication to defending life and acknowledged their efforts in raising awareness about the importance of life in 2023. Senator Blackburn also highlighted her own work on the issue by introducing the Woman's Right to Know Act. This legislation aims to ensure that women are fully informed about the medical risks associated with abortion, both for themselves and the unborn child, prior to...
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Blackburn Introduces Informed Consent Bill to Protect Women, Unborn
Ahead of the March for Life rally in Washington, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Representative Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) have reintroduced the Woman’s Right To Know Act. The bill aims to protect the health of pregnant women and unborn children by providing adequate medical information for informed consent before abortions.According to Senator Blackburn, the Woman’s Right to Know Act "protects the sanctity of life for women and children across the nation." She believes that the bill will set long overdue medical standards that most states have already...
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Blackburn To Biden’s VA: Putting Illegal Immigrants Above America’s Veterans Is Unacceptable
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee has raised concerns about the prioritization of medical care and benefits for illegal immigrants over American veterans and taxpayers by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Senator Blackburn highlighted the significant financial burden placed on taxpayers, stating, "In fiscal year 2022 alone, taxpayers shouldered the cost for $94.3 million worth of medical expenses for detained migrants, money that should have been used to support American veterans who bravely served this nation." Furthermore, she pointed out the long...
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Blackburn, Cassidy Reintroduce Legislation To Prevent Liberal States From Forcing Americans To Subsidize Free Health Care For Illegal Immigrants
NASHVILLE, TENN. - U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.) have reintroduced the Protect Medicaid Act, a legislation aimed at safeguarding the integrity of Medicaid and preventing liberal states from using American taxpayers' money to subsidize healthcare benefits for illegal immigrants.In a statement, Senator Blackburn expressed the concerns of many Americans, stating, "Tennesseans and the American people do not want their tax dollars subsidizing Medicaid for illegal immigrants. Not only is it unfair to hardworking citizens, but it...
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Blackburn Introduces CONTAINER Act Amid Razor Wire, Shipping Container Disputes Along Southern Border
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and nine of her Republican colleagues have introduced the Creating Obstructions Necessary to Address Illegal and Nefarious Entry Rapidly (CONTAINER) Act. The act aims to empower border states to place temporary barriers on federal land to protect their communities. This comes in response to the Biden administration's request to the Supreme Court to remove razor wire placed along the southern border in Texas, as well as the ongoing dispute over the use of shipping containers as barriers.Since President Biden took office, there have...
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Prior To Taiwan Election, Blackburn, Sullivan & Kaine Lead Bipartisan Resolution Commending Taiwan’s Commitment to Democracy
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn, Dan Sullivan, and Tim Kaine are introducing a bipartisan resolution commending Taiwan for its commitment to democratic elections and institutions. This resolution comes ahead of Taiwan's upcoming presidential and legislative elections scheduled for Saturday, January 13. The resolution aims to show support for Taiwan's democratic values and to send a clear message to Beijing that any attempt to undermine the election will not be tolerated.Senator Blackburn, who met with President Tsai Ing-wen in Taiwan in August 2022, emphasized the...
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Blackburn’s Push To Subpoena Epstein Estate, FBI Records Gains Full Support Of Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee has garnered the full support of Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans in her efforts to subpoena Jeffrey Epstein's estate for unredacted flight logs and to subpoena the FBI for all records related to Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Ranking Member Lindsey Graham and other committee members have expressed their support for Blackburn's amendments.Senator Blackburn is urging Chairman Dick Durbin to hold a vote on these amendments, emphasizing the importance of obtaining the complete and unredacted...
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Senator Blackburn Slams Secretary Mayorkas Over Border Failures
On the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) expressed her support for a resolution of no confidence against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Senator Blackburn criticized Secretary Mayorkas for his failure to secure the Southern border and his handling of the border crisis caused by the current administration's open-border policies.In her remarks, Senator Blackburn highlighted the impact of Secretary Mayorkas' failures on various stakeholders. She emphasized the challenges faced by border agents who are struggling to combat the...
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Blackburn, Tillis Introduce Bill To Make Blocking Public Roads a Federal Crime
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) have introduced the Safe and Open Streets Act, a new legislation aimed at making it a federal crime to intentionally obstruct, delay, or affect commerce by blocking a public road or highway. The bill is a response to the growing trend of radical protestors blocking roads and highways across the country, particularly by those sympathetic to Hamas.Senator Blackburn emphasized the need to address this issue, stating, "Blocking major roads to stop traffic flows is nothing short of lawlessness that should not be...
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Blackburn, Tuberville Introduce No VA Resources For Illegal Aliens Act
NASHVILLE, TENN. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), along with House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), have recently introduced legislation aimed at preventing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from using its resources to provide taxpayer-funded healthcare to illegal aliens. This move comes as a response to concerns about the prioritization of illegal immigrants over American veterans."Our nation's veterans deserve nothing less than the very best care we have to offer," said Senator Blackburn. "Joe Biden...
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Blackburn, Sullivan, Colleagues Renew Call For Biden To Re-Designate Iranian-Backed Houthis A Terrorist Org
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Dan Sullivan, along with several of their colleagues, have written a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to re-designate the Iranian-backed Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGT). The senators highlight the recent aggressive actions taken by the Houthis, including firing cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and drones towards various targets, including U.S. naval assets in the region and cities in Israel.The senators' letter...
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Blackburn Urges Durbin To Follow Through On Commitment To Obtain Epstein Records
NASHVILLE, TENN. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has written a letter to Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) urging him to fulfill his commitment to obtain and release records related to Jeffrey Epstein's estate and flight logs.Blackburn highlighted the previous stonewalling of her requests for a subpoena for the complete, unredacted Epstein flight logs. However, she expressed her satisfaction with Durbin's recent change of heart, citing his intention and willingness to work with her on a bipartisan basis to obtain relevant records.The senator...
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Senator Blackburn Calls for Transparency in Epstein Case
Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has issued a statement regarding the unsealing of court documents naming several associates of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. In her statement, Senator Blackburn expresses her support for the release of these documents as a step towards justice for the victims of Epstein's trafficking and abuse.Senator Blackburn emphasizes the importance of complete transparency in this case, stating, "Today's release is a step in the right direction for the countless women and children who were trafficked and abused by Jeffrey Epstein and his...
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Blackburn Champions More Tennessee Priorities In U.S. Senate
In 2023, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) demonstrated her commitment to serving the needs of her constituents and advancing key legislative priorities in Tennessee. Throughout the year, Senator Blackburn worked tirelessly to address the concerns of Tennesseans and make a positive impact in the Volunteer State.One of Senator Blackburn's primary responsibilities is to assist constituents with various issues they may face. In 2023, her office successfully completed over 4,800 casework issues on behalf of constituents. Additionally, she provided assistance to over 100...
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Senator Blackburn Wishes Tennesseans A Merry Christmas
NASHVILLE, TENN. - In a heartfelt gesture, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has released a video extending warm wishes to the people of Tennessee for the upcoming Christmas season. The video, which can be downloaded or viewed online, carries a message of blessings and celebration."To each and every Tennessean, may you be blessed in this holiday season as we celebrate Christmas and celebrate the birth of our Savior. Merry Christmas," Senator Blackburn expressed in the video.The senator's message resonates with the spirit of Christmas, emphasizing the significance...