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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 7d

Today we mark two years since one of the darkest days for the Jewish people since the Holocaust.

Today we remember all who were lost on October 7.

Today we hold our breaths, hoping that an end to the war and a better future for the Middle East is on the horizon.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 8d

As President Trump continues to send masked agents into our community, scaring our kids, neighbors, and friends, it's important to know your rights. Please also call my Lincolnshire office if you need assistance with an immigration case -- 847-383-4870.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 12d

Trump and Republicans are LYING TO YOU when they claim that Democrats are trying to give healthcare to undocumented immigrants. Here are the facts 👇

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House Democrats @housedemocrats.bsky.social · 14d

WATCH NOW: House Democrats are live! We’re fighting to protect your health care and lower costs.

Stop the Republican Shutdown

YouTube video by Rep. Jeffries

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 14d

Democrats are fighting to protect healthcare and stop a shutdown. Where are the Republicans?

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 22d

Wishing all who are observing Rosh Hashanah, L’Shanah Tova. Happy Jewish New Year.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · 25d

I stood alongside my Democratic colleagues this morning to reaffirm our commitment to protecting Americans' health care. Republicans continue to push a partisan spending bill that will strip health care from millions. I voted NO on raising Americans' health care costs.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 9

Secretary Kennedy’s claims against mRNA vaccines and ‘data chaos’ paint a clear picture as to how unqualified he is to be the Heath Secretary. He rejects facts that don’t align with his conspiracies and fires experts with decades of experience.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/07/u...

Kennedy, Rejecting Data, Fuels Distrust of His Own Agencies

www.nytimes.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 8

My statement on Trump's 'Operation Midway Blitz.'

I'll be on The Lead with Jake Tapper at 4:30PM CT to discuss.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 5

The Trump Administration is trying to scare our communities with threats of National Guard and masked agents. We will not be intimidated.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 5

I’m with @durbin.senate.gov and @duckworth.senate.gov after visiting Naval Station Great Lakes. Tune in for an update on Trump’s threat to surge troops and ICE to the Chicago area.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIOA...

LIVE: Illinois senators hold press conference on National Guard deployment

YouTube video by Associated Press

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 4

There is a possibility that a surge of National Guard troops and homeland security agents will be sent to the Chicago region in the coming days. To protect yourself and your neighbors, I'm sharing a helpful guide about what you need to know about your rights.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Sep 3

I just signed a petition on the House floor to force a vote on legislation to release ALL of the Epstein files.

Republicans in Congress should listen to survivors of Epstein’s abuse, stop covering for the White House, and release the files.
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Congress to tackle Epstein files controversy as it returns from recess

Legislative efforts continue to force the release of the Epstein files.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 28

The President’s threat to send National Guard troops to Chicago and parade masked ICE agents through Naval Station Great Lakes is an unnecessary, unacceptable, and dangerous action. My statement:

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 19

Today we mark the first anniversary (yahrzeit) of the murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Ori Danino, Eden Yerushalmi, Almog Sarusi, Alexander Lobanov and Carmel Gat by Hamas. Let us be inspired by their bravery to bring the remaining hostages home, end the war, and build a new vision for peace.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 14

"It seems to me that if the Senate and the House of Representatives, in this long and arduous session had done nothing more than pass this Social Security Act, the session would be regarded as historic for all time" - FDR August 14th, 1935

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 14

Today we mark 90 years of Social Security -- and its promise to help seniors live with stability is under threat. You paid into Social Security for a lifetime. I will do all I can to protect your benefits. #HandsOffSocialSecurity apnews.com/article/trum...

Social Security has existed for 90 years. Why it may be more threatened than ever

President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law 90 years ago this week, aiming to provide economic stability for older Americans.

apnews.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 8

My statement on the Israeli Security Cabinet approving a plan to take control of Gaza City

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Aug 6

I've been monitoring the reports on a mass shooting at Fort Stewart in Georgia - simply awful news. I'm relieved to hear that the soldiers who were shot are in stable condition. Grateful for the heroes who jumped in to subdue the shooter and save lives.
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/06/u...

A Sergeant Shoots 5 Soldiers in His Unit at Fort Stewart

www.nytimes.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 25

At just 13 years old, Buffalo Grove native Jaydynn Britva did something extraordinary, he saved a man’s life. Without a moment’s hesitation, he stepped in to help. Jaydynn’s courage and compassion are an inspiration to our community, and to the entire country.
edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dyn...

13-year-old Buffalo Grove teen saves man from near drowning - Daily Herald eEdition - Lake County

edition.pagesuite.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 25

The situation in Gaza is undeniably dire and Israel must take immediate action to ensure sufficient food gets into the territory and to the people in desperate need.

My statement on the situation in Gaza and the disintegration of ceasefire talks:

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 24

You EARNED your Social Security – the Trump Administration is trying to break it. Republicans are making it increasingly harder for Americans to get answers to their questions about their benefits due to large cuts to SSA workers.

www.npr.org/2025/07/22/n...

Efforts to shrink Social Security's phone wait times are putting a strain elsewhere

The Social Security Administration reassigned some field office employees in an effort to bring down lengthy phone wait times. But workers say these reassignments have been disruptive for staff.

www.npr.org

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 23

Pete Hegseth recklessly and inexcusably put the lives of service members at risk. He should immediately resign or be fired, and Congress must initiate a full investigation.

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 23

What we thought to be true has now been confirmed... Hegseth and the White House LIED when they said no classified material was disclosed in the unsecured Signal group chat about a highly sensitive military operation in Yemen.
www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Hegseth Signal messages came from email classified ‘SECRET,’ watchdog told

The revelation contradicts the Trump administration’s long-standing claims that no classified information was shared by the defense secretary’s account during the “Signalgate” scandal.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Rep. Brad Schneider @repschneider.bsky.social · Jul 23

Why are Republicans closing the House for the summer and taking a break while most Americans can't even catch a break? Because they're terrified of a titanic presidential temper tantrum.

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