U.S. Senator Josh Hawley
Recent News About U.S. Senator Josh Hawley
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Hawley calls for resignation of Secret Service's acting director after DHS report
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has called for the resignation of U.S. Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe following a report from an independent review panel commissioned by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The report highlights significant failures by the Secret Service during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where former President Donald Trump was shot.
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Hawley questions Secret Service over Trump's security amid whistleblower claims
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has raised concerns regarding the level of protection provided to former President Donald Trump by the U.S. Secret Service. In letters addressed to Acting Director Ronald Rowe and DHS Inspector General Joseph Cuffari, Hawley outlined a whistleblower's claim suggesting that Secret Service leadership is obstructing government auditors from accessing certain events. This action allegedly aims to conceal that Trump is not receiving the highest level of security.
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Hawley reiterates support for Israel on anniversary of October 7 attacks
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the October 7th attacks on Israel by Hamas. U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) released a statement to commemorate the event, emphasizing continued support for Israel. "One year ago today our great ally Israel was savagely attacked. A year later, they’re still fighting to defend their nation," said Sen. Hawley. "Now more than ever, we must stand with Israel."
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Hawley and Welch propose new measures against corporate misconduct
U.S. Senators Josh Hawley from Missouri and Peter Welch of Vermont have introduced a bipartisan legislative proposal aimed at addressing corporate misconduct among major American businesses. The proposed legislation, named the Hold Corporate Criminals Accountable Act, seeks to empower the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take stronger actions against corporate wrongdoing.
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Hawley and Durbin introduce bill expanding background checks for childcare workers
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure all contractors working with children are authorized to have a nationwide background check.
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Senator Hawley criticizes Acting Secret Service Director over handling of whistleblower allegations
Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has released statements following a phone call with Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe. According to Hawley, Rowe personally contacted him to dispute a whistleblower allegation but refused to provide a written response.
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Hawley joins Markey in reintroducing Warehouse Worker Protection Act
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has joined forces with U.S. Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.) to reintroduce the Warehouse Worker Protection Act. This bill aims to safeguard warehouse workers by banning hazardous work speed quotas that result in high injury rates. The legislation also grants new enforcement powers to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and includes an exemption for small businesses.
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Hawley defends Time to Choose Act during Senate hearing
In today's Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) made the case for his legislation, the Time to Choose Act, which would restrict consulting firms like McKinsey & Company from receiving government contracts while advising U.S. adversaries like China.
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Hawley reveals whistleblower tip alleging Secret Service denied Trump campaign rally request
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has disclosed a new whistleblower allegation claiming that the Secret Service refused to provide former President Donald Trump with the necessary resources and manpower for a rally in Wisconsin, leading to the event's cancellation.
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Hawley urges House passage of Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) convened a press conference today with House lawmakers and victims of nuclear contamination from across the country, including those from the St. Louis and St. Charles areas in Missouri. The purpose was to urge the House to pass their Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to provide justice and compensation for individuals harmed by federal negligence.
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Hawley urges House to pass expanded Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) today gave remarks on the Senate floor, urging the House of Representatives to pass his legislation to reauthorize and expand the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), which has already passed the Senate twice.
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Hawley demands answers from Secret Service over alleged security lapses
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has sent a letter to U.S. Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe, addressing new whistleblower allegations regarding the agency's failure to secure vulnerabilities at former President Trump's golf course in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Sunday, Sept. 15.
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Hawley raises AI safety concerns at Senate hearing
In yesterday’s Senate Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on Privacy, Technology, and the Law, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), serving as ranking member, urged his colleagues in the upper chamber to prioritize legislation that would protect Americans from the harms artificial intelligence (AI) has proven to pose.
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Senate committee adopts Hawley's legislation on Trump's failed assassination attempt
The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) has unanimously adopted U.S. Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-Mo.) amendment, requiring Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe to submit all information related to the July 13 assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. HSGAC Chairman Gary Peters (D-Mich.) also committed to voting on related legislation in committee next week.
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Hawley unveils report alleging secret service failures in Trump assassination attempt
In the wake of a second assassination attempt against former President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) unveiled a new, 22-page whistleblower report detailing the failures of the United States Secret Service in connection with the July 13 attempted assassination of former President Trump. The Hawley Report has been shared with the House Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump to supplement their investigation.
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Senator Hawley criticizes judge's decision to reduce bond for accused in Missouri boy's death
Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) released a statement following a judge's decision to reduce the bond of Endrina Bracho, an undocumented immigrant charged with the death of 12-year-old Travis Wolfe in Missouri.
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Hawley urges swift passage of Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
In today’s Senate Energy Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) renewed his push to reauthorize and expand the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). Senator Hawley questioned Dr. Shaun Gleason, Director of Science-Security Initiative Integration at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, on his experience working in a facility instrumental to shoring up America’s nuclear prowess during the Manhattan Project and the Cold War.
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Hawley questions Intel on investments in China and job cuts in America
In a recent hearing of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) questioned Intel Corporation’s Chief Trade Officer Jeff Rittener regarding the company's significant investments in Chinese artificial intelligence and other technologies. The session scrutinized Intel's financial decisions amidst its relationship with China.
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Hawley urges reconsideration of USPS policy affecting rural Missouri deliveries
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has sent a letter to Postmaster General and United States Postal Service (USPS) CEO Louis DeJoy, expressing concerns about proposed operational changes that could worsen delivery delays for rural Missourians. For many rural Americans, timely access to federal mail services is essential for maintaining business operations and family connections.
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Hawley urges action on unhealthy conditions for Missouri troops in Poland
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has sent a letter to General Christopher G. Cavoli, Commander of the United States European Command, urging immediate action to address reports of unhealthy living conditions faced by Missouri troops deployed in Poland.