Here’s the bottom line: Donald Trump lost the 2020 election to Joe Biden by 7 million votes. Nothing Trump says tonight can change that basic reality.

Yesterday, I was recognized by the National Retail Federation in honor of my advocacy for retailers & consumers in Congress. NRF has been a strong ally in the fight against credit card swipe fees, & I hope Congress will finally pass my Credit Card Competition Act to lower costs for Americans.

Todd Blanche’s slip-up during yesterday’s hearing made it clear where his loyalties lie. He is working for TRUMP—not YOU.

No member of the Senate would vote for Todd Blanche after meeting with the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein. Todd Blanche has completely ignored them. His baloney excuses are denying justice for these victims.

70 million Americans rely on Social Security. But their monthly benefits will be cut by $450 in just six years. We cannot allow that to happen. Today, I introduced the PROMISE Act, a bipartisan measure that would finally begin the process to save Social Security and protect a critical lifeline.

Sen. DURBIN: What do courtrooms say about unmet security concerns? Justice BARRETT: That’s part of their budget request. They’re in great need. Justice KAGAN: Lower federal courts have some significant concerns. Durbin: Very much so.

Sen. DURBIN: Tomorrow we’re considering Todd Blanche’s nomination. He has said the courts are full of ‘rogue activist judges’ and the Trump Administration is ‘at war’ with the federal judiciary. That kind of rhetoric is unacceptable on either side of the table, Democratic or Republican.

Today, I welcomed members and volunteers from @resultsorg.bsky.social to the Hill. I have been honored to work with RESULTS throughout my time in the Senate to fight against poverty & work to protect the right to dignity & a decent life for everyone.

I’m announcing today that Liz Oyer and Dani Bensky will be the Democratic witnesses in opposition to Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination.

Some final photos from my time at the NATO Summit, where I met with Secretary General Mark Rutte, Presidents Stubb & Dan, as well as many others. Support for NATO is alive and well in Congress, & I will continue to work with my colleagues to ensure that our collective security is well defended.

The people of Ukraine have shown remarkable courage over the past four years in the face of Russia’s unwarranted war of aggression. The United States and NATO must support these brave individuals fighting to protect their homeland.

Great to meet Hungary’s new Foreign Minister Anita Orbán today who reaffirmed Hungary’s relations with the U.S., place in the EU and NATO, and support for Ukraine.

Meeting with President Zelenskyy was a powerful reminder of what is at stake as Ukraine continues to defend its people & sovereignty. Congress stands with Ukraine & is prepared to apply the necessary pressure on Putin to get him to the negotiating table and end the killing once and for all.

Since it was formed in 1949, NATO has been a force for peace and democracy. I believe in NATO, and I’m here at the NATO summit with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to show our allies that America stands with them.

I’m with a bipartisan congressional delegation in Ankara, Türkiye, to attend the 2026 NATO Summit. As Putin continues to wage his war of aggression against Ukraine and menace our Baltic allies, we must remain unified in our fight for democracy.

Happy Fourth of July! On this day in 1776, our founders adopted the Declaration of Independence and established that all men are created equal, a phrase that links together all those committed to liberty. As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, may we strive to make that vision a reality.

Naturalization ceremonies are patriotic, and I can’t think of a better way to begin the holiday weekend. We just welcomed sixty proud new citizens in Illinois. Congratulations, fellow Americans!

For the past 45 years, Hesed House has been providing emergency shelter and essential services for those experiencing homelessness in the Aurora area. It was a pleasure to visit and learn more about their dedicated team and the volunteer army that helps thousands each year.

It is already illegal and incredibly uncommon for noncitizens to vote in our elections, so why are Republicans still pushing the SAVE America Act? Because they have a historically unpopular president, and the only way they think they can win is by suppressing the vote.

I visited Chestnut Health Systems in Bloomington to discuss their work to expand access to oral health care. Across rural and urban Illinois, more than 2 million people live in dental shortage areas. Medicaid cuts will make it worse. I salute Chestnut for their quality services.

I just visited Comprehensive Community Solutions in Rockford to see how they're helping young people build brighter futures through education, job training, mentorship, and housing support. Programs like YouthBuild, ALPHA, and TANYA’s House are opening doors and changing lives.

The transition to a clean energy economy is already underway, and Illinois is leading the charge—thanks to our skilled workforce.

President Trump promised, again and again, that he would lower costs for Americans ‘on day one.’ In reality, the President’s chaotic policies have cost Illinoisans more than $3,400 according to the Joint Economic Committee.

Lifelong Access Center has been supporting children and adults with disabilities and/or mental health needs throughout the Bloomington-Normal region for decades. I learned more today about their ambitious plan for a new all-inclusive youth health care and community support hub.

I was honored to receive Heartland Alliance’s Marjorie Kovler Center’s Dr. Robert H. Kirschner Award for Global Activism. I have been proud to advocate for human rights, both at home and abroad and am grateful for the Kovler Center’s partnership in the fight for human dignity.

I attended UCAN’s Gun Violence Awareness Month Peace Walk and Resource Fair today in Chicago’s Roseland community. I am grateful to UCAN and their partners that dedicate time, energy, and resources towards raising awareness and securing a safer future for our children.

We had a bipartisan measure ready to go that would lower the outrageous cost of housing, but President Trump refused to sign it because he cares more about passing his voter suppression bill.

They’re not even trying to hide their goal. President Trump wants to deny eligible Americans the right to vote and participate in our democracy so that Republicans can cling to power.

Senators are in no position to judge the circumstances a woman faces when deciding whether to end her pregnancy. That choice belongs to her alone. Restore Roe. Protect reproductive freedom.

The Obama Presidential Center is a monument to the values and ideals that define us as a nation. It was my honor to be there on Thursday for its grand opening and to reflect on President Obama’s journey to the White House.