Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) on Sunday called on Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) to bring her military sexual assault bill up for a vote on the Senate floor.
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Members of the United States Congress have written to President Joe Biden calling on him to appoint a US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland.
The letter was signed by 25 members of Congress, both Democrat and Republican, and states that the appointment of an Envoy would continue to support the Peace Process during a critical time. We believe this decision would not only demonstrate America s enduring commitment to peace in Northern Ireland but would directly encourage regional peace and stability, according to the letter.
The letter also makes reference to the recent unrest in Northern Ireland. While the Northern Ireland Assembly and all major political parties have condemned this recent outbreak of violence, the uncertainty and serious potential for violence in the future have not abated, it states.
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Read the full transcript of President Biden s first address to Congress here. Author: Associated Press Updated: 9:14 PM CDT April 28, 2021
Text of President Joe Biden s first address to a join session of Congress, as provided by the White House:
Madame Speaker. Madame Vice President. No president has ever said those words from this podium, and it’s about time.
The First Lady. The Second Gentleman. Mr. Chief Justice. Members of the United States Congress and the Cabinet – and distinguished guests.
My fellow Americans.
While the setting tonight is familiar, this gathering is very different – a reminder of the extraordinary times we are in.