Homeland Security & Govt. Affairs Committee — Dems
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@peters.senate.gov new report found that DOGE put YOUR sensitive data at risk. Whistleblowers say that because information was uploaded to an unsecured server, it could be hacked – and every American could need to be issued a new Social Security number.
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I talked to Sen Gary Peters about his investigation into DOGE’s handling of our Social Security data. It's CRAZY. If you haven’t read the report, do.
TLDR? It’s very likely that DOGE uploaded all of our most private Social Security data to an insecure cloud server. Nobody knows who can access it.
TLDR? It’s very likely that DOGE uploaded all of our most private Social Security data to an insecure cloud server. Nobody knows who can access it.
November 23, 2025 at 4:19 PM
I talked to Sen Gary Peters about his investigation into DOGE’s handling of our Social Security data. It's CRAZY. If you haven’t read the report, do.
TLDR? It’s very likely that DOGE uploaded all of our most private Social Security data to an insecure cloud server. Nobody knows who can access it.
TLDR? It’s very likely that DOGE uploaded all of our most private Social Security data to an insecure cloud server. Nobody knows who can access it.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are demanding USPS provide a comprehensive accounting of events surrounding the tragic death of a maintenance mechanic in Allen Park, Michigan, and have pressed USPS to ensure there is an impartial and independent investigation.
November 20, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are demanding USPS provide a comprehensive accounting of events surrounding the tragic death of a maintenance mechanic in Allen Park, Michigan, and have pressed USPS to ensure there is an impartial and independent investigation.
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The next steps for the law, now extended for a short time, are up in the air. via @timstarks.bsky.social cyberscoop.com/cyber-threat...
Information sharing law’s expiration could squander government vulnerability hunting efforts, senator says
Senators caution that letting the cyber threat data sharing law expire could hinder vulnerability detection and information sharing between businesses, putting national security and corporate protecti...
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November 19, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The next steps for the law, now extended for a short time, are up in the air. via @timstarks.bsky.social cyberscoop.com/cyber-threat...
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is urging the FCC to maintain existing protections for Americans’ data ahead of tomorrow’s planned vote that could overturn them.
November 19, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is urging the FCC to maintain existing protections for Americans’ data ahead of tomorrow’s planned vote that could overturn them.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov, @schumer.senate.gov, @durbin.senate.gov, and @merkley.senate.gov are leading the entire Senate Democratic Caucus in demanding @LeaderJohnThune IMMEDIATELY let the Senate vote to release the Epstein files.
November 18, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov, @schumer.senate.gov, @durbin.senate.gov, and @merkley.senate.gov are leading the entire Senate Democratic Caucus in demanding @LeaderJohnThune IMMEDIATELY let the Senate vote to release the Epstein files.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are demanding answers from Secretary Hegseth after PFAS clean up timelines at Michigan military sites have been quietly delayed - some for SEVEN YEARS - without public explanation or community notification.
November 4, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are demanding answers from Secretary Hegseth after PFAS clean up timelines at Michigan military sites have been quietly delayed - some for SEVEN YEARS - without public explanation or community notification.
If your neighbor’s home was burglarized, you’d want to know - information sharing keeps everyone safer.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov spoke with the McCrary Institute about his bipartisan bill that requires critical infrastructure entities to report ransomware payments and cyberattacks.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov spoke with the McCrary Institute about his bipartisan bill that requires critical infrastructure entities to report ransomware payments and cyberattacks.
November 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
If your neighbor’s home was burglarized, you’d want to know - information sharing keeps everyone safer.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov spoke with the McCrary Institute about his bipartisan bill that requires critical infrastructure entities to report ransomware payments and cyberattacks.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov spoke with the McCrary Institute about his bipartisan bill that requires critical infrastructure entities to report ransomware payments and cyberattacks.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is demanding that President Trump provide answers about the construction of his $300 million ballroom – backed by groups and private donors seeking preferential treatment.
November 3, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is demanding that President Trump provide answers about the construction of his $300 million ballroom – backed by groups and private donors seeking preferential treatment.
There are THOUSANDS of rogue drone flights over NFL games every year, delaying games and putting fans at greater risk. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Joni Ernst are pushing to pass their bill that would help protect Americans from drones that pose a threat to our safety.
October 31, 2025 at 5:11 PM
There are THOUSANDS of rogue drone flights over NFL games every year, delaying games and putting fans at greater risk. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Joni Ernst are pushing to pass their bill that would help protect Americans from drones that pose a threat to our safety.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are urging Secretary Hegseth to address the Pentagon's failure to protect military communities impacted by toxic PFAS contamination. Servicemembers and their families deserve answers.
October 30, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @slotkin.senate.gov are urging Secretary Hegseth to address the Pentagon's failure to protect military communities impacted by toxic PFAS contamination. Servicemembers and their families deserve answers.
Everyone agrees: the Senate MUST pass Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Mike Rounds bipartisan bill to renew vital national security protections. We appreciate National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross for helping promote this critical bill.
October 30, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Everyone agrees: the Senate MUST pass Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Mike Rounds bipartisan bill to renew vital national security protections. We appreciate National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross for helping promote this critical bill.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @kim.senate.gov continue to urge their colleagues to renew the critical protections that helped keep our nation safe from cyberattacks for TEN YEARS. This bill needs to pass – our adversaries aren’t waiting.
October 29, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @kim.senate.gov continue to urge their colleagues to renew the critical protections that helped keep our nation safe from cyberattacks for TEN YEARS. This bill needs to pass – our adversaries aren’t waiting.
Our airports, pipelines, and big events like the Super Bowl and the World Cup could all be targeted by harmful drones. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Joni Ernst are pushing to renew provisions that help keep our airspace safe from drones that pose a threat to our safety.
October 27, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Our airports, pipelines, and big events like the Super Bowl and the World Cup could all be targeted by harmful drones. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and Senator Joni Ernst are pushing to renew provisions that help keep our airspace safe from drones that pose a threat to our safety.
Since taking office, President Trump has fired 19 independent Inspectors General — now, he’s trying to replace them with partisan loyalists who “want to faithfully execute the President’s agenda.” Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is working hard to protect our independent oversight.
October 24, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Since taking office, President Trump has fired 19 independent Inspectors General — now, he’s trying to replace them with partisan loyalists who “want to faithfully execute the President’s agenda.” Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is working hard to protect our independent oversight.
The Senate must immediately pass Ranking Member @SenGaryPeters bipartisan cyber defense bill.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The Senate must immediately pass Ranking Member @SenGaryPeters bipartisan cyber defense bill.
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DHS Secretary Noem is spending up to $200 MILLION TAXPAYER DOLLARS on two luxury jets, far exceeding the $50 million request her Department initially made. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is seeking answers.
October 24, 2025 at 3:17 PM
DHS Secretary Noem is spending up to $200 MILLION TAXPAYER DOLLARS on two luxury jets, far exceeding the $50 million request her Department initially made. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov is seeking answers.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @hassan.senate.gov agree: we need to protect our independent oversight. Watch them at today’s HSGAC hearing, featuring several IG nominees – all of whom would replace those illegally fired by Trump earlier this year.
October 23, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov and @hassan.senate.gov agree: we need to protect our independent oversight. Watch them at today’s HSGAC hearing, featuring several IG nominees – all of whom would replace those illegally fired by Trump earlier this year.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan cyber defense bill MUST be passed and signed into law quickly – leaders in the transportation services industry agree.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan cyber defense bill MUST be passed and signed into law quickly – leaders in the transportation services industry agree.
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WATCH: Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov joined @merkley.senate.gov on the floor to call attention to President Trump’s self-dealing and his efforts to undermine independent oversight.
October 23, 2025 at 8:48 PM
WATCH: Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov joined @merkley.senate.gov on the floor to call attention to President Trump’s self-dealing and his efforts to undermine independent oversight.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including the National Retail Federation.
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
October 22, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including the National Retail Federation.
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including @uschamber.bsky.social
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
October 22, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including @uschamber.bsky.social
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including Business Roundtable.
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
October 22, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan, commonsense bill to restore critical cybersecurity protections is supported by leaders in business – including Business Roundtable.
It’s time to pass this bill.
It’s time to pass this bill.
Leaders across the tech industry are urging the Senate to pass Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bill that will renew critical cybersecurity provisions that have protected our country for a decade.
October 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Leaders across the tech industry are urging the Senate to pass Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bill that will renew critical cybersecurity provisions that have protected our country for a decade.
Our economy is at risk until critical cybersecurity provisions are renewed. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan cyber defense bill must be passed and signed into law quickly – and leaders in the financial services industry agree.
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October 21, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Our economy is at risk until critical cybersecurity provisions are renewed. Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov bipartisan cyber defense bill must be passed and signed into law quickly – and leaders in the financial services industry agree.
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Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov, @padilla.senate.gov, and @slotkin.senate.gov are urging the Senate to quickly renew America’s strongest cyber defense authorities. The longer our country goes without these protections, the greater the risks posed by cybercriminals and foreign adversaries.
October 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Ranking Member @peters.senate.gov, @padilla.senate.gov, and @slotkin.senate.gov are urging the Senate to quickly renew America’s strongest cyber defense authorities. The longer our country goes without these protections, the greater the risks posed by cybercriminals and foreign adversaries.