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Senators Press DHS on Use of Authority to Download Personal Device Data at Borders
U.S. Senators Rand Paul, Gary Peters, Ron Wyden, and Mike Crapo have jointly written a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing their concerns about the use of border search authority on electronic devices. The senators are seeking information on the data retained from these searches, how it is stored, and who has access to it.In the letter, the senators highlighted the broad authority asserted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the border search exception to the Fourth Amendment’s...
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Dr. Paul Demands Answers from Mayorkas on Violent Individuals Released into the Country
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) demanded answers from DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the issue of violent individuals being released into the country, leading to tragic consequences. Dr. Paul highlighted a specific case, saying, "There’s currently no effective method to thoroughly vet these individuals, especially those from Venezuela, for potential violent criminal backgrounds before granting them entry into the country." He emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "This oversight is not just a lapse; it is a direct disregard for the...
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Dr. Paul Highlights Need for Fiscal Responsibility and Labor Practice Reform at the Postal Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, addressed the failures of the United States Postal Service (USPS) during a hearing titled “Oversight of the United States Postal Service.” Dr. Paul emphasized the necessity for significant structural labor changes within the Postal Service before further taxpayer dollars are allocated.Quoting Thomas Jefferson, Dr. Paul highlighted the disconnect between public spending and personal financial prudence, stating, "I do not know on what...
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Senator Rand Paul Calls Out Federal Agencies for Knowledge of Risky DEFUSE Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has taken a stand against several federal agencies for their involvement in and awareness of the DEFUSE project, a 2018 grant proposal that aimed to manipulate viruses and create a chimeric virus similar to COVID-19. Senator Paul, the Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, sent letters to these agencies seeking more information on their knowledge of the project.According to Senator Paul, "At least 15 federal agencies knew from the beginning of the pandemic that EcoHealth Alliance...
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Shocking Revelation: U.S. Senator Rand Paul Exposes Alleged COVID Cover-Up by Federal Agencies
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a new op-ed for Fox News, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, has made startling revelations regarding the alleged cover-up of critical information related to the origins of COVID-19 by multiple federal agencies.Senator Paul's investigation uncovered that "government officials from 15 federal agencies knew in 2018 that the Wuhan Institute of Virology was trying to create a coronavirus like COVID-19." He expressed frustration over the lack of transparency, stating, "For...
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Senators Paul and Peters Launch Bipartisan Investigation into Biodefense and Life Science Research
U.S. Senators Rand Paul and Gary Peters have announced a joint investigation to address national security threats related to high-risk biological research and technology. The bipartisan effort aims to assess and mitigate risks that could lead to serious biological incidents, whether intentional, accidental, or natural.Ranking Member Paul emphasized the need for the Senate to conduct a bipartisan inquiry into the origins of COVID-19. He stated, "In order to prevent a more catastrophic pandemic from occurring, we must understand the nature of US-funded biotechnology and...
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Dr. Paul Highlights Continued Executive Branch Obstruction Related to COVID-19 Origins Records
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) shed light on the challenges faced in obtaining crucial information regarding the origins of COVID-19. Speaking at a hearing focused on federal records management and transparency, Dr. Paul emphasized the ongoing obstruction by federal agencies in providing necessary documents.During the hearing, Dr. Paul expressed frustration over the government's reluctance to cooperate with Congressional oversight requests, stating, "The government continuously obstructs my efforts to obtain crucial information regarding the...
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U.S. Senator Rand Paul Calls for Transparency on Royalty Payments at the National Institutes of Health
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has penned an op-ed for The Hill addressing concerns over royalty payments at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In the article, Senator Paul highlights the lack of transparency surrounding these payments and the potential conflicts of interest they pose.Senator Paul criticizes the NIH for engaging in clandestine agreements with corporations and failing to disclose essential information about royalty payments. He expresses dismay over the staggering number of royalty payments overlooked in the past decade and the...
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Dr. Paul’s Transparency Bill on Royalties Gains Bipartisan Support
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Stakeholders and organizations are praising U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) for moving forward with his legislation, S. 3664 the Royalty Transparency Act of 2024, which has successfully advanced from committee on a bipartisan vote of 12-0.The bill aims to enhance transparency on royalty payments made to Executive Branch officials and make the financial disclosure forms public for federal advisory committee members such as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. This move is seen as crucial in shedding light on potential conflicts of interest and...
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Bipartisan Bill to Streamline FEMA Disaster Assistance Programs Passes House, Heads to President for Approval
Mar 13 2024The House has passed bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Rand Paul (R-KY) and Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Marco Rubio (R-FL) to create one application deadline for two Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs that individuals use for federal disaster assistance. The senators' bipartisan legislation would ensure these programs have the same deadline to reduce the burden on people who need them to rebuild their lives after disasters....
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Senators Request Information on Illegal Immigrant Charged with Murder of University Student
U.S. Senator Rand Paul, along with Senators Ron Johnson, James Lankford, Rick Scott, Josh Hawley, and Roger Marshall, have sent a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting additional information on Jose Antonio Ibarra, who is facing charges related to the murder of Augusta University student Laken Hope Riley. The letter highlights Ibarra's previous encounters with law enforcement and his release into the country through parole after being apprehended by CBP near El Paso, Texas in 2022.The senators expressed concerns about the tragic death of Laken Hope Riley...
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Dr. Paul’s Transparency Bill on Royalties Paid to Government Officials Advances from Committee
U.S. Senator Rand Paul's legislation, the Royalty Transparency Act of 2024, has advanced out of committee on a bipartisan vote of 12-0. The bill aims to increase transparency on royalty payments paid to Executive Branch officials and make financial disclosure forms public for federal advisory committee members. Senator Paul emphasized the importance of this bill, stating, "The Royalty Transparency Act of 2024 will allow more information to be seen by the public to ensure federal decision makers, and the policies they write, aren’t being influenced by the royalty payments...
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Dr. Paul Leads Letter to Senate Leadership on Proposed Border Bill
U.S. Senator Rand Paul, along with several other senators, has sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, urging careful consideration of any proposed bill affecting border security. The letter emphasizes the need for all members to thoroughly review and consider any proposed changes that have significant consequences on the nation's security, immigration system, and taxpayers.In the letter, the senators highlight the importance of allowing the committees of jurisdiction, including the Senate Homeland Security and...