Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley are joining 47 other senators from across the nation to condemn President Trump’s decision to pardon individuals who were found guilty of assaulting police officers during the attack on the U.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump's nominee for Labor Secretary, is still awaiting her confirmation hearing. Chavez-DeRemer, a Republican, served one term in Congress representing Oregon's 5th District, was defeated in November's election by Democrat Janelle Bynum. Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley expressed his support for Chavez-DeRemer's confirmation.
U.S. Senators for Oregon, Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden are slamming the Trump Administration’s announcement to freeze federal funding. Senator Ron Wyden took to social media Tuesday morning, writing “Trump doesn’t care if the economy crashes and communities suffer.
Ore., announced Friday that the Federal Highway Administration is sending over $15 million to reimburse the Oregon Department of Transportation for their vital repairs to roads and other critical infrastructure that were deeply damaged during several years of severe weather events.
The Senators’ resolution “recognizes the contribution, bravery, and sacrifices of women serving in combat roles in the Armed Forces; and encourages the continued celebration of the achievements of women in the Armed Forces to inspire future generations,” noting specifically that:
Oregon senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley and Washington Rep. Marie Glusenkamp Perez all highlighted the peaceful change of office that occurred during President Trump’s inauguration on Monday.
The Klamath Basin is getting a $50 million grant from the federal government to support irrigators dealing with prolonged drought conditions, according to a news release from Oregon's U.S. senators, Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden.
Democrat U.S. Senators Support Legislation to Lower Health Care Costs for Millions by Permanently Extending Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits
"This is not a blanket pause on federal assistance and grant programs from the Trump administration," Leavitt said during a briefing Tuesday. "The reason for this is to ensure that every penny that is going out the door is not conflicting with the executive orders and actions that this president has taken."
As the strike by Providence nurses and doctors enters its third week, members of Oregon's congressional delegation urged both sides to get back to the bargaining table and work out a deal.
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is set to receive more than $15-million from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), announced Oregon Senators
Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) is speaking out after Republicans blocked a resolution on Tuesday that would have condemned President Trump’s pardons for people convicted of assaulting