I've introduced bills to extend these critical programs, which support American jobs and U.S. national security – including by countering China's influence in sub-Saharan Africa. The Senate must reauthorize these programs without delay. (2/2)
January 13, 2026 at 10:54 PM
I've introduced bills to extend these critical programs, which support American jobs and U.S. national security – including by countering China's influence in sub-Saharan Africa. The Senate must reauthorize these programs without delay. (2/2)
This week, the House passed bipartisan legislation reauthorizing trade programs for sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti. (1/2)
January 13, 2026 at 10:54 PM
This week, the House passed bipartisan legislation reauthorizing trade programs for sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti. (1/2)
I will not vote to advance any further nominees to the Federal Reserve while this attack on the institution remains ongoing.
January 13, 2026 at 1:27 PM
I will not vote to advance any further nominees to the Federal Reserve while this attack on the institution remains ongoing.
President Trump's clear attack on the Federal Reserve's independence threatens our economic stability and our position as the world's largest economy. It does nothing to reduce prices, create jobs, or support Colorado families.
January 13, 2026 at 1:27 PM
President Trump's clear attack on the Federal Reserve's independence threatens our economic stability and our position as the world's largest economy. It does nothing to reduce prices, create jobs, or support Colorado families.
Thank you, Stephen, for your dedication to our students' future and to teachers across our state who serve their students and communities every day. (2/2)
January 11, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Thank you, Stephen, for your dedication to our students' future and to teachers across our state who serve their students and communities every day. (2/2)
Congratulations to Stephen Paulson on the historic honor of 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year AND as the first educator in the Greeley-Evans School District to be selected for this incredible recognition. (1/2)
Greeley Central High School's Stephen Paulson named 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year
Stephen Paulson, a social studies teacher at Greeley Central High School, was named the 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year in a surprise assembly at the school today. This is the first time that an edu...
www.greeleyschools.org
January 11, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Congratulations to Stephen Paulson on the historic honor of 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year AND as the first educator in the Greeley-Evans School District to be selected for this incredible recognition. (1/2)
He has built an economy that does nothing for Colorado families but make a middle class life more expensive and less attainable for themselves and their children. (2/2)
January 10, 2026 at 7:04 PM
He has built an economy that does nothing for Colorado families but make a middle class life more expensive and less attainable for themselves and their children. (2/2)
Yesterday’s jobs report makes clear: President Trump is more interested in political retribution and self-enrichment than creating opportunities for working Americans. (1/2)
2025 was the worst year for hiring since 2020, December jobs report shows
The U.S. added 50,000 jobs last month, a mixed report capping off a difficult year for the labor market.
www.nbcnews.com
January 10, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Yesterday’s jobs report makes clear: President Trump is more interested in political retribution and self-enrichment than creating opportunities for working Americans. (1/2)
DHS owes the American people full transparency on what happened in both Portland and Minneapolis, and the federal government must work with local and state governments to deliver an accurate and trustworthy investigation.
January 10, 2026 at 5:34 PM
DHS owes the American people full transparency on what happened in both Portland and Minneapolis, and the federal government must work with local and state governments to deliver an accurate and trustworthy investigation.
That's why I'm pushing Congress to uphold our duty to check Trump's recklessness and hold hearings on Trump's plan to work with Venezuela's authoritarian regime and exploit its oil.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:34 PM
That's why I'm pushing Congress to uphold our duty to check Trump's recklessness and hold hearings on Trump's plan to work with Venezuela's authoritarian regime and exploit its oil.
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The American people deserve clarity as to why President Trump, after capturing Maduro, has kept our military off the coast of Venezuela and what his plan is moving forward.
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Exclusive: Democrats request public hearings on US action in Venezuela
Congress was privately briefed this week, but the Democrats say that there’s more to do.
www.semafor.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:34 PM
The American people deserve clarity as to why President Trump, after capturing Maduro, has kept our military off the coast of Venezuela and what his plan is moving forward.
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The DOE should focus on lowering costs and working with communities on their energy transition, not accelerating Trump’s vengeful attacks on our state.
January 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The DOE should focus on lowering costs and working with communities on their energy transition, not accelerating Trump’s vengeful attacks on our state.
The Trump Administration's decision to force an outdated coal plant in Craig to stay open puts even higher costs on Coloradans already struggling with rising energy prices.
www.cpr.org/2025/12/31/t...
www.cpr.org/2025/12/31/t...
Trump administration orders aging Colorado coal plant to stay open, one day before closing
The move continues the Trump administration’s support of coal, but drew a furious response from environmental groups and Colorado officials.
www.cpr.org
January 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The Trump Administration's decision to force an outdated coal plant in Craig to stay open puts even higher costs on Coloradans already struggling with rising energy prices.
www.cpr.org/2025/12/31/t...
www.cpr.org/2025/12/31/t...
“Make no mistake, this was part of the President’s vindictive war on Colorado because he is frustrated with our state for not bending the knee. Today marks another grim day for the future of our democracy.”
Read my statement on the House’s decision to uphold Trump’s veto of the Finish the AVC Act.
Read my statement on the House’s decision to uphold Trump’s veto of the Finish the AVC Act.
January 8, 2026 at 10:22 PM
“Make no mistake, this was part of the President’s vindictive war on Colorado because he is frustrated with our state for not bending the knee. Today marks another grim day for the future of our democracy.”
Read my statement on the House’s decision to uphold Trump’s veto of the Finish the AVC Act.
Read my statement on the House’s decision to uphold Trump’s veto of the Finish the AVC Act.
Congress must override Trump’s veto and stand up to this dangerous precedent.
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January 8, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Congress must override Trump’s veto and stand up to this dangerous precedent.
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Southeastern Coloradans have fought for generations for access to clean water.
But, President Trump used the first veto of his second term to stop my bipartisan bill to help provide the clean water they were promised, as further retribution against Colorado.
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But, President Trump used the first veto of his second term to stop my bipartisan bill to help provide the clean water they were promised, as further retribution against Colorado.
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January 8, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Southeastern Coloradans have fought for generations for access to clean water.
But, President Trump used the first veto of his second term to stop my bipartisan bill to help provide the clean water they were promised, as further retribution against Colorado.
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But, President Trump used the first veto of his second term to stop my bipartisan bill to help provide the clean water they were promised, as further retribution against Colorado.
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Read my full statement on my vote to stop President Trump from further military action in Venezuela:
January 8, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Read my full statement on my vote to stop President Trump from further military action in Venezuela:
“When a president puts political vendettas ahead of clean water for schools, hospitals, and ranchers, he isn’t ‘shaking up’ Washington. He is undermining the people he swore to serve. And it’s working people and rural communities that pay the price.”
Read more from @senatorhick.govpeeps.us and me.
Read more from @senatorhick.govpeeps.us and me.
Opinion | We fought hard for this Colorado water project. Congress needs to override Trump's veto.
Sens. Hickenlooper and Bennet: While the administration focuses on international brinkmanship and personal grievances, American families' basic needs are treated like an afterthought.
www.ms.now
January 8, 2026 at 2:31 PM
“When a president puts political vendettas ahead of clean water for schools, hospitals, and ranchers, he isn’t ‘shaking up’ Washington. He is undermining the people he swore to serve. And it’s working people and rural communities that pay the price.”
Read more from @senatorhick.govpeeps.us and me.
Read more from @senatorhick.govpeeps.us and me.
Now, he has stationed 15,000 U.S. troops and an American armada off the Venezuelan coast with no clear plan.
Congress must reassert our role and stop Trump's recklessness.
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Congress must reassert our role and stop Trump's recklessness.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Now, he has stationed 15,000 U.S. troops and an American armada off the Venezuelan coast with no clear plan.
Congress must reassert our role and stop Trump's recklessness.
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Congress must reassert our role and stop Trump's recklessness.
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Despite President Trump's promises not to start any new wars, he has authorized military action against seven countries over the last year.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Despite President Trump's promises not to start any new wars, he has authorized military action against seven countries over the last year.
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President Trump’s reckless weaponization of ICE is making our cities less safe and endangering people simply trying to lead their lives. We need an investigation, and we need justice.
January 8, 2026 at 12:31 AM
President Trump’s reckless weaponization of ICE is making our cities less safe and endangering people simply trying to lead their lives. We need an investigation, and we need justice.
Earlier today, Donald Trump’s ICE agents killed a U.S. citizen, born and raised in Colorado, in a horrific & unnecessary shooting.
January 8, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Earlier today, Donald Trump’s ICE agents killed a U.S. citizen, born and raised in Colorado, in a horrific & unnecessary shooting.
Secretary Kennedy upending the pediatric vaccine schedule will put countless young lives at risk of completely preventable diseases.
Kennedy’s obsession with health conspiracies and politicization of vaccine science is dangerous, and his incompetence has no place in our government.
Kennedy’s obsession with health conspiracies and politicization of vaccine science is dangerous, and his incompetence has no place in our government.
CDC staff ‘blindsided’ as child vaccine schedule unilaterally overhauled
The Trump administration took unprecedented steps to recommend fewer vaccines for children without extensive consultations with career scientists.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 7, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Secretary Kennedy upending the pediatric vaccine schedule will put countless young lives at risk of completely preventable diseases.
Kennedy’s obsession with health conspiracies and politicization of vaccine science is dangerous, and his incompetence has no place in our government.
Kennedy’s obsession with health conspiracies and politicization of vaccine science is dangerous, and his incompetence has no place in our government.
Donald Trump has declared war on Colorado.
He is now robbing thousands of vulnerable Colorado families of the critical support they need to afford food, housing, and health care.
I will pursue all available options to ensure that Trump's latest political attack against our state is stopped.
He is now robbing thousands of vulnerable Colorado families of the critical support they need to afford food, housing, and health care.
I will pursue all available options to ensure that Trump's latest political attack against our state is stopped.
Health Dept. to Freeze $10 Billion in Funding to 5 Democratic States
www.nytimes.com
January 6, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Donald Trump has declared war on Colorado.
He is now robbing thousands of vulnerable Colorado families of the critical support they need to afford food, housing, and health care.
I will pursue all available options to ensure that Trump's latest political attack against our state is stopped.
He is now robbing thousands of vulnerable Colorado families of the critical support they need to afford food, housing, and health care.
I will pursue all available options to ensure that Trump's latest political attack against our state is stopped.
Today, we're reminded that we cannot take our democracy for granted and must never stop defending it.
January 6, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Today, we're reminded that we cannot take our democracy for granted and must never stop defending it.