Mr. President, on the Trump battleships, while American families can't even keep their heads above water, Donald Trump is spending his time building himself a ``golden fleet'' of battleships the Navy doesn't want. Just get a load of this headline: ``Cost of Trump's Namesake Warships Likely to Rise by 50 Percent or More.'' Costs to rise by 50 percent or more. As the article in the New York Times says, his goal is building a ``golden fleet'' of 15 battleships that cost $275 billion. Frankly, when Americans hear this, they have no idea whether they need the battleships.
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Chuck Schumer
Senator · New York · Democrat
Chuck Schumer
Healthcare Costs · Consumer Financial Protection · National Security · Tax Policy
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Recent comments in the Senate
Mr. President, on the job numbers this morning, the alarm bells on the sorry state of Trump's economy keep ringing and ringing. The jobs report this morning revealed America lost 23,000 jobs because of Trump's disastrous agenda, his tariffs, and his failed war. But that is not all. It got even worse. This morning's report also revealed that 103,000 fewer jobs were added in May and June than previously reported. So the total job loss reported is close to 130,000 jobs. The only person who ought to lose their job right now is Donald Trump.
Mr. President, Senate Republicans seem to think Todd Blanche became a different person somewhere between the confirmation hearing and today's vote. It is obvious he didn't. Blanche remains Trump's personal lawyer--same client, same corrupt record, same playbook. He is the same guy. Nothing has changed. Thanks to Blanche, Trump and his family still have a permission slip from the IRS to take in tens of millions of dollars through tax fraud--tens of millions of dollars--and they exempt him from tax fraud even though he has had so many brushes with the law before.
Biography
Raised in Brooklyn, Chuck Schumer began his public service in the New York State Assembly before building a reputation as an effective legislator in Congress. Elected as U.S. Senator for New York in 1998, he has focused on infrastructure investment, gun safety, and expanding access to health care. As Senate Majority Leader, Schumer played a central role in passing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and shepherding COVID-19 relief legislation. He is known for his strategic leadership and dedication to advancing priorities that reflect the needs of New Yorkers and the nation.
Education
- J.D. with Honors, Harvard Law School1974
- B.A., Magna cum laude, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA1971
Professional History
U.S. Senator
1981–PresentRepresenting New York in the Senate
Member, New York Assembly
1974–80
Policy Focus
Congress20%
Arts, Culture, Religion2%
Taxation1%
Health1%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Chuck Schumer's record in Congress.
9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
Helped secure funding and extensions for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund for first responders and survivors.
COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Led passage of the American Rescue Plan Act, providing pandemic relief funding for individuals, businesses, and local governments.
Infrastructure Investment
Championed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, directing billions to upgrade New York’s roads, bridges, and public transit.
Gun Safety Legislation
Co-authored the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act, establishing federal background checks for firearm purchases.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on Rules and Administration
- Senate Select Committee on IntelligenceEx Officio
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