Mr. President, I rise today with a very simple request: I am asking that the Senate speak with a unanimous voice in condemning one of the worst acts of judicial misconduct we have seen in years. Judge Eleanor Ross has been a district judge in the Northern District of Georgia for over a decade, and it is clear that she engaged in conduct that falls beneath the dignity of her high office in the Federal judiciary. After a courageous law clerk came forward, a special committee on the Eleventh Circuit was appointed and ultimately made several deeply disturbing findings.
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Marsha Blackburn
Senator · Tennessee · Republican
Marsha Blackburn
Senate Floor
Recent comments in the Senate
Mr. President, on Monday, we saw yet another example of what has become disturbingly common, and that is an act of far-left terrorism. Outside the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building, a man poured gasoline on the entrance, set it ablaze, and tossed fireworks into the raging flames. Thankfully, law enforcement responded swiftly to apprehend the suspect, who was armed with two axes, a hammer, a machete, and three knives, but not before he injured four innocent people. Authorities believe the attack was motivated by the suspect's hatred of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Mr. President, several of my colleagues and I are going to talk tonight about the importance of passing the SAVE America Act, and this is an issue the Senate should willingly take up. Having voter ID is something the vast majority of Americans support. Whether they are Democrats or Republicans or Independents or Libertarians, everyone thinks you should have to show an ID when you go to vote. It is incredible that we are on the floor having to make the case for this legislation.
Biography
Marsha Blackburn began her career as a businesswoman and grassroots organizer in Tennessee. Elected as U.S. Senator for Tennessee in 2018, she focuses on technology policy, border security, and veterans’ issues. Blackburn authored the BROWSER Act, aiming to strengthen consumer privacy protections online, and serves on the Senate Judiciary and Commerce Committees. She is known for her direct approach and for advocating policies she sees as reflecting the values of her constituents. Through her legislative work, Blackburn seeks to amplify Tennessee’s voice on national issues while maintaining a strong connection to her state.
Education
- B.S., Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS1973
Professional History
U.S. Senator
2019–PresentSenator from Tennessee. 2 terms.
U.S. Representative
2003–2019Represented Tennessee's 7th congressional district for 8 terms.
State Senator, Tennessee
1999–2003Served in the Tennessee Senate and rose to the position of minority whip.
Chair, Williamson County Republican Party
1989–1991Led the Republican Party organization in Williamson County, Tennessee.
Owner, Marketing Strategies
1978–2019Founded and operated a promotion and event management firm based in Tennessee.
Employee, Castner Knott Division, Mercantile Stores Inc.
1975–1978Worked in the Castner Knott Division of Mercantile Stores, Inc.
Sales Manager, Times Mirror Company
1973Worked as a sales manager for the Times Mirror Company while still in college.
Policy Focus
Crime and Law Enforcement8%
Health7%
International Affairs5%
Government Operations and Politics4%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Marsha Blackburn's record in Congress.
Music Modernization Act
Co-sponsored and helped pass the Music Modernization Act to update copyright laws for songwriters and artists.
Broadband Expansion
Advocated for and secured federal funding to expand rural broadband access in Tennessee.
Opioid Crisis Legislation
Supported and helped pass legislation to combat opioid abuse, including the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act.
Human Trafficking Prevention
Sponsored and passed bills to strengthen penalties for human trafficking and increase support for victims.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Joint Economic Committee
- Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary
- Senate Committee on Finance
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