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  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
March 17, 2025 at 4:57 PM

I filed legislation to un-do Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods

Not only are they wildly unpopular, they’re dangerous for our economy. Friends, I have officially filed legislation to un-do President Trump’s disastrous and wildly unpopular tariffs on Canadian goods.  Our legislation works by terminating the “emergency” that Trump declared on February 1st in orde…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
March 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM

Trump and Musk are gutting our education system. Speak out with me →

Sign my public petition in support of the Department of Education today. Folks —  This week, President Trump and Elon Musk fired more than a thousand employees of the Department of Education — nearly half its workforce.  Let’s be clear: This will hurt every student across the country. One of the th…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
March 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM

Hell no!

This bill is bad for the American economy and American families. Friends, I’m voting NO on the GOP billionaire giveaway bill coming to the Senate floor this week — because it’s a bad bill for the American economy and for American families. Republicans may be calling this a funding bill, but let’s b…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
March 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM

Budget update: Where things stand and what’s at stake

The GOP’s budget priorities couldn’t be clearer. Friends, I’ve written to you about the Republican budget proposal — detailing the deep cuts they want to make to programs that working families rely on to hand over tax breaks to billionaires.  Now, I want to update you on where things stand:  Despit…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
March 10, 2025 at 5:25 PM

Concrete ways to push back against the Trump Administration

Your activism is so important. Friends, I’ve shared with you details on the five-part Democratic strategy to push back against the lawless Trump Administration — Courts, Congress, States, Elections, and Activism. Today, I want to offer a few concrete ways YOU can be a part of that strategy with you…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 27, 2025 at 4:05 PM

Senate Republicans just proved they’re in Big Oil’s pocket

And rubber-stamped Trump’s war on affordable energy Folks, Senate Republicans have blocked a resolution I filed to terminate President Trump’s executive order declaring a sham energy “emergency.”  Let me explain what that means:  On Inauguration Day, one of the slew of executive orders Trump signed…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 27, 2025 at 1:07 AM

1 question

Can I count on you? Folks, to say there’s a lot going on is an understatement. In recent weeks I’ve emailed you about everything from foreign aid and freedom of the press to Trump’s Cabinet and our court strategy to fight the President’s lawlessness.  Today, I just want to check in with you — and a…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 25, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Updates on action from Dems →

Our five-part strategy to fight back against Trump and Musk. Folks, I want to update you on the actions Democrats are taking to fight back against the lawless Trump Administration and un-elected billionaire Elon Musk — and share how you can help.  Our strategy to take on Trump and Musk and save our…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM

Closing the Department of Education is a terrible idea

President Trump is living in a fantasy President Trump lives in a fantasy if he thinks closing the Department of Education is a good idea.   It’s a terrible idea! Americans know that the key to achieving the American dream begins with a good education.  The Education Department provides support for …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 24, 2025 at 1:56 AM

“Losers”

Trump has zero respect for our veterans, and it’s showing now more than ever before. Folks, we learned long ago that Donald Trump has zero respect for the men and women he asks to protect our country.  He calls fallen soldiers “losers” and “suckers.” He feuds with Gold Star families. He smears the …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 21, 2025 at 4:48 PM

a trojan horse

My thoughts on the GOP budget resolution: It’s budget season in Washington, folks. Here’s what’s going on:  Last week, House Republicans released their budget resolution — a blueprint for enacting the Trump-Musk-Project 2025 agenda — and voted on party lines to advance it out of the House Budget Co…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 20, 2025 at 4:06 PM

trojan horse

My thoughts on the GOP budget resolution:It’s budget season in Washington, folks. Here’s what’s going on:  Last week, House Republicans released their budget resolution — a blueprint for enacting the Trump-Musk-Project 2025 agenda — and voted on party lines to advance it out of the House Budget Comm…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 19, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Kash Patel should NOT be our next FBI Director

Join me in strongly opposing his confirmation.Folks,  Kash Patel’s nomination has advanced out of the Senate Judiciary Committee and is headed to a full confirmation vote in the Senate.  I will vote NO on Kash Patel’s confirmation to FBI Director, and I strongly urge my Republican colleagues to put …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM

A multi-level strategy to stop Trump’s lawless behavior and save our democracy

Democrats are taking action, and you’re a part of it.Friends:  It’s a difficult time. People are confused and frightened by the onslaught of punishing actions by President Trump and his cronies.    And I hear, loud and clear, many say: “Please do more!” I want to share the multi-level strategy we ar…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 13, 2025 at 9:34 PM

A multi-level strategy to stop Trump’s lawless behavior and save our democracy

Democrats are taking action, and you’re a part of it.Friends:  It’s a difficult time. People are confused and frightened by the onslaught of punishing actions by President Trump and his cronies.    And I hear, loud and clear, many say: “Please do more!” I want to share the multi-level strategy we ar…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM

I voted NO on Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation just now - here’s what you need to know.

I simply could not support this nomination.Folks, Tulsi Gabbard has officially been confirmed as our Director of National Intelligence.  I voted no, and I want to talk briefly about why: The safety of America’s communities and our national securities are my top priority, as they should be for any se…
  Deb Haaland · [email protected]
February 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM

I’m running

Today, I’m launching my campaign for Governor of the great state of New Mexico.Tim Kaine said I could reach out with some exciting news, folks:  Today, I’m launching my campaign for Governor of the great state of New Mexico — my home — to bring our state together and build a bright future for all wh…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Don’t give up — an important message for you:

I hope you’ll take a moment to read this.Friends, a few days ago I spoke on the Senate floor about what’s going on with our federal workforce, federal funding, and this Administration. I’d like to share with you a few words from a letter that I read aloud to our federal workers — 140,000 of whom cal…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 7, 2025 at 1:48 PM

The illegal Musk-Trump shutdown of USAID

I’m fighting tooth and nail to protect USAID workers.Folks, I’ll keep this really short because there’s a lot going on right now.  First, the Musk-Trump shutdown of USAID is illegal. Second, it will cause serious human suffering. Third, it will weaken our national security — which is exactly what Ch…
  Mark Warner · [email protected]
February 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM

⚠️ I spoke on the Senate floor last night to try to stop Russell Vought’s confirmation

tune in to C-SPAN to watchFolks, last night, I spoke on the Senate floor to prevent the GOP-controlled Senate from voting for Russell Vought’s confirmation.   Turn on C-SPAN if you want to tune in—my Democratic colleagues and I will be here until tonight revealing why Vought is a dangerous, disastro…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM

Fwd: Today’s the day

Trump’s so-called “deal” for federal workers expires today.Today is the deadline for federal workers to take Trump’s so-called sweetheart deal of pay without work. Cutting right to the chase… Don't be fooled!Not only is there no budget line to pay people who don’t show up for work, Trump doesn’t eve…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 3, 2025 at 1:27 AM

Did you see Mark Warner question Tulsi Gabbard?

He did a stellar job — let's talk about it.You might have missed it, folks, but last week in the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Mark Warner questioned Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence.  And I have to say, he did a stellar job – but before I dive i…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
February 1, 2025 at 3:17 PM

Don’t be fooled.

A message to our federal workforce — don’t be fooled by President Trump right now.Folks, Donald Trump is out for our federal workforce.  On Day One of his second term, he issued executive orders that order federal workers to return to the office in person five days a week and weaken job protections …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 31, 2025 at 1:52 PM

I’m heartbroken about the aviation disaster in D.C. this week.

Anne and I continue to pray for the families impacted.Friends, I’m heartbroken about the aviation disaster near D.C.’s Washington National Airport that occurred late Wednesday evening.  Anne and I continue to pray for all those impacted, particularly the families of those on board AA Flight 5342, of…
  Team Kaine HQ · [email protected]
January 27, 2025 at 8:17 PM

re: Birthright citizenship

An update on Trump’s efforts to revoke this critical rightTeam — here’s what’s going on with birthright citizenship:  First, on Day One of his second term, Donald Trump signed an executive order revoking birthright citizenship — a unilateral attempt to completely rewrite the definition of citizenshi…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 25, 2025 at 4:23 PM

Pete Hegseth, Russell Vought, Kristi Noem, RFK Jr.

Quick update on Trump’s nomineesFolks, here’s the latest: Senate Republicans are pushing hard to move quickly on Trump’s Cabinet nominees, as evidenced by the weekend session here in Washington.  They pushed through new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth yesterday and are pressing forward on Kristi Noem…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 24, 2025 at 5:37 PM

A quick note about my friend Mark Warner before he takes the reins at the next confirmation hearing

I need just a few minutes of your timeFolks,  Last week, I questioned Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s defense secretary pick, at his confirmation hearing.   This email isn’t about the multiple allegations of wildly inappropriate behavior by Hegseth — from abuse of women, to serial infidelity, to fiscal…
  Jack Reed · [email protected]
January 23, 2025 at 11:09 PM

Pete Hegseth cannot run the Pentagon

This is not a partisan issue. It’s about the safety and security of our country.Friends,  Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon for the next four years, is the least qualified Defense Secretary nominee in modern history.  I had the opportunity to meet Hegseth during his nomination h…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 23, 2025 at 1:30 AM

Russell Vought’s disturbing comments…

Another Trump Administration nomination hearing today — take a look at this.Folks, earlier today, President Trump’s nominee for Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Russell Vought, appeared before the Senate Budget Committee for his nomination hearing. This was a critical hearing, …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 20, 2025 at 7:13 PM

My thoughts as President Trump’s second term officially begins:

I hope you’ll read this email start to finish, because it’s important to me.Friends,   It’s official — President Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, and his second term has begun.  Let’s start here: The peaceful transfer of power remains one of the most powerful sy…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 16, 2025 at 2:23 PM

Pete Hegseth refused to answer my questions

What I asked President-elect Trump’s nominee for Secretary of DefenseFriends,  On Tuesday, President-elect Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, appeared in a nomination hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee. As a committee member, I had the opportunity to ask him ques…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
January 11, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Trump’s attack on birthright citizenship cannot stand

Here’s what I said on the floor of the U.S. Senate → Earlier this week, I delivered a speech on the Senate floor to express my strong support for birthright citizenship guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment.  President-elect Trump has said that he plans to end birthright citizenship on the first d…
  Tim Kaine and Anne Holton · [email protected]
December 23, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday week!

In times of uncertainty, spending time with family reminds me why I am committed to this work.Friends, I hope you’re enjoying a restful and joyful holiday week with loved ones.   Anne and I are so grateful to be connecting with our kids and extended family this week. In times of uncertainty, spendin…
  Bob Casey · [email protected]
November 13, 2024 at 8:42 PM

Let's finish strong

I'm counting on you.Friends,  We’ve done such incredible work together. Today, I’m asking you to keep working with us. I’ve always stood up for the people of our Commonwealth — and I believe every person’s voice should be heard. That’s why we have to see this across the finish line.   I’ll never sto…
  Jacky Rosen · [email protected]
November 8, 2024 at 12:24 AM

Nevada’s Senate race is not over

This race, and its stakes, are higher than ever. Here's where things stand, friend: Nevada’s Senate race is not over – which means our work isn’t done yet. And we’re expecting my race to come down to a handful of votes. We cannot afford to lose a single additional Senate seat. If Republicans flip Ne…
  Bob Casey HQ · [email protected]
November 7, 2024 at 8:50 PM

Urgent resources needed in PA

With all eyes on what is happening in PA, no one can afford to sit on the sidelines right now.Folks, Pennsylvania’s Senate race is not over, and we urgently need your help to make sure every vote is counted. DONATE NOW With all eyes on what is happening in Pennsylvania, no one can afford to sit on t…
  Ruben Gallego · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 10:18 PM

If you knew your donation could win this race, wouldn’t you chip in?

If that $20 donation could put an end to the last eight years of MAGA Right politics and help us move forward, together, as a country… Why wouldn’t you donate? If you knew a donation of $20 could defeat Kari Lake for good, wouldn’t you chip it in right away?   If you knew that $20 could help defeat…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 5:11 PM

Please don't ignore this – next time will be too late

This is a longer email than I usually send, but I hope you'll stay with me because we're running out of time, and this might be one of the most important emails you receive this year.  If you don't have time to read the whole thing, I understand. But please, rush a split donation of $20 or more ri…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Eleventh hour

No second chances. No do-overs. No exceptions I have nowhere else to turn, folks. Right now, I’m humbly asking for your help.   Election Day is here, and we’re falling dangerously behind our fundraising. So a generous group of donors has agreed to match all donations to this email for the final time…
  Ruben Gallego · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 3:04 AM

We did not come this far to lose to Kari Lake

When I was in Iraq, in urban combat, we had a special knock we’d use when we were surrounded by insurgents.  The comfort in that knock was knowing that while danger was all around you, the person on the other side of the door was friendly — someone you could depend on.   I’ve never been afraid to …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 1:46 AM

NO REGRETS.

Help me finish this race strong!NO REGRETS.  I don't want to wake up on Nov. 6 thinking I could have done more to defeat Ted Cruz and give 30 million Texans the leadership they deserve. I'm hoping you feel the same, and that's why I'm personally asking: DONATE NOW Thanks to grassroots support from …
  colin allred (personal) · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 9:07 PM

thank you thank you thank you

I'm emailing you today to say thank you. Here's why: Over a year ago, I launched my campaign to defeat Ted Cruz, but I knew that I couldn't win without building the biggest grassroots movement that Texas has ever seen.   I had no idea that this team would blow my every expectation out of the water …
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 7:48 PM

I believe we’re going to win

We stand up for what’s right. And most importantly, we stand up for each other. When I first announced my candidacy for re-election to the U.S. Senate, I had a strong faith that we’d be successful — not because of any poll, but because my life experiences have taught me that Virginians are stand-up…
  Sherrod Brown · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 5:06 PM

a make or break moment

Election Day is tomorrow, friends! So here's a quick reminder: FIRST: Experts at FiveThirtyEight confirmed winning our race in Ohio is Democrats' ONLY chance to keep the Senate blue.  THEN: Republican megadonors outspent us 3-to-1, making this race the most expensive Senate race in history.   NOW: W…
  Anne Holton · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 2:42 PM

The last chance to chip in before Election Day

Will you make a contribution to Tim’s re-election campaign? Folks, I am so proud of the work Tim has done.  For as long as I’ve known him, Tim has been dedicated to public service. It’s one of the reasons I first fell in love with him. And I’ve watched him work so hard year after year to improve th…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 1:00 PM

I have great news

Hello, it’s Jon Tester. I have great news you need to hear right away.  My opponent is facing scandal after scandal and a brand new poll has this race tied, proving what Montanans always knew—we can win.  Right now, our campaign has unprecedented momentum, and we can’t afford to waste a single secon…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 2:39 AM

I feel it in my bones

With just two days until the election and just hours until our $500,000 daily fundraising deadline, I don't want to waste any time. Will you chip in a split donation of $20 or more right now to power our final push to defeat Ted Cruz? CONTRIBUTE This close to Election Day, I know we're all having…
  Sherrod Brown · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 12:05 AM

please don’t scroll past this message:

I just reviewed our latest fundraising report, and it's not good. With Election Day in less than 48 hours and Senate control hinging on what happens here in Ohio, we've been massively outspent by the GOP. This is officially the most expensive Senate race in history, and I really need your grassroot…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
November 3, 2024 at 9:47 PM

Remember?

Folks, do you remember November 2021 when the GOP swept the table here in Virginia and elected Republicans to all three statewide offices?  I do. Waking up after an election loss, it’s impossible not to wonder… if we’d just done a little bit more, gotten our message out to a few more voters, and tu…
  Angus King · [email protected]
November 3, 2024 at 7:41 PM

Americans agree on far more than we disagree on

And we should find common-sense solutions that work for everyone Friends, I’d like to share a message with you from my friend Angus King — a truly unique man I have the honor of serving with in the U.S. Senate. Angus is a critical partner of mine in the Senate, and we can’t afford to lose his thoug…