Press Releases
Warren Calls on Hegseth to Protect Marine Recruits, Freeze Contract Renewal with Credit Union Under Investigation for Exploitative Overdraft Fees
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel, wrote to Secretary of the Department of Defense (DoD) Pete Hegseth urging him to freeze the Marine Corps contract renewal with Frontwave Credit Union until the contract terms are revised to protect Marines from abusive overdraft fees. Last year, Senator Warren launched a bipartisan investigation with nine members of Congress into the California-based credit union … Continue Reading
May 07, 2025
Warren Announces Senate Forum on Trump’s Attacks on Education Access, Invites Secretary McMahon to Defend Actions
Washington, D.C. - Today, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, announced that she will host a spotlight forum entitled “Stealing the American Dream: How Trump and Republicans Are Raising Education Costs for Families.” The forum is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Room G11. The latest action in Senator Warren’s Save Our Schools campaign, this forum will examine … Continue Reading
May 06, 2025
ICYMI: Warren Shuts Down Trump Administration Arguments That Dismantling Department of Education Won’t Harm American Families
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), in a forum held by Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.), highlighted the consequences of President Trump and Secretary Linda McMahon’s reckless dismantling of the Department of Education (ED) for American families. Senator Warren slammed President Trump and Secretary McMahon’s efforts to abolish the Department of Education and pushed back on their claims that they could dismantle ED while ensuring the “effective and uninterrupted … Continue Reading
May 06, 2025
At Hearing, Warren Grills HHS Deputy Secretary Nominee on RFK Jr.’s Performance Handling Measles, Avian Flu Outbreaks
Washington, D.C. - At a hearing of the Senate Finance Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) pressed Mr. Jim O’Neill, nominee to be Deputy Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), on whether he would have advised against any steps Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has taken while handling the ongoing measles and avian flu outbreaks. If confirmed as HHS Deputy Secretary, O’Neill would serve as Secretary Kennedy’s “number two” and be responsible for overseeing … Continue Reading
May 06, 2025
Trump Pentagon Nominee Attempts to Backtrack on Calls to Politicize Military
Washington, D.C. — At a hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Personnel, pressed Mr. Anthony Tata, nominee for Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, to explain his support for politicizing the military. In 2020, Tata was nominated for Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, the third-highest-ranking DoD official. His nomination fell apart after reports revealed he had made several … Continue Reading
May 06, 2025
On Anniversary of Steward Health Care Bankruptcy, Warren, Markey Push For Accountability for Ralph de la Torre and other Steward, MPT Executives
Washington, D.C. - Today, on the one-year anniversary of Steward Health Care’s (Steward) bankruptcy filing, U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.) wrote to the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seeking accountability for Ralph de la Torre and other Steward and Medical Properties Trust (MPT) executives who walked away with millions of dollars while making decisions that drove the hospital system into bankruptcy. “Dr. de la … Continue Reading
May 05, 2025
On Senate Floor, Warren Stands Up for Seniors, Fights Back Against Trump Social Security Nominee
Washington, D.C. — Ahead of the Senate vote to confirm Frank Bisignano as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) took to the Senate floor in opposition, warning that he will “rubber-stamp Trump and Musk's attack” on Social Security. Senator Warren defended Social Security, saying it is “more than just a retirement program — it’s insurance.” “Donald Trump and Elon Musk want to rip that protection away. Two people who don’t have the … Continue Reading
May 05, 2025
Warren, Senate Democrats Demand Trump Defense Department Nominee Withdraw, Explain Attacks on Military Leaders, Calls to Use Military Against Civilians
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel, led six Senate Democrats in calling for retired Brigadier General Anthony Tata, nominee for Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD[P&R]), to withdraw his nomination and explain his past attacks on military leaders and calls to politicize the military. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Jeff … Continue Reading
May 02, 2025
As Trump Admin Weaponizes IRS, Warren, Schumer, Senators Demand Investigation into Potentially Criminal Activity Against Harvard
Washington, D.C. - Today, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), along with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), and Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), sent a letter to the Acting Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), Heather Hill, demanding that she open an investigation into alarming reports that the Trump Administration is pressuring the IRS to consider revoking the non-profit status of Harvard University. In a … Continue Reading
May 02, 2025
Warren, Markey, McGovern, Pressley Press Stop & Shop On Promise To Lower Prices Across Massachusetts
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.), along with Representatives Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) and Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.), pressed Frans Muller, CEO of Ahold Delhaize — parent company of Stop & Shop — on the chain’s progress lowering grocery prices at stores across Massachusetts. A new investigation from the Hyde Square Task Force found that, following pressure from the lawmakers regarding potential price gouging at its urban store locations, Stop … Continue Reading
May 01, 2025
Warren, Casar Call for Pentagon Watchdog to Investigate Musk Involvement in Golden Dome Contracts
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel, and Congressman Greg Casar (D-Texas) led 40 members of Congress in calling on the Inspector General (IG) at the Department of Defense to investigate the process for awarding the “Golden Dome” missile defense shield contract, including any involvement by Elon Musk. Last month, Reuters reported that Musk’s SpaceX has emerged as a “frontrunner” for contracts, … Continue Reading
May 01, 2025
Warren Statement on Army Right-to-Repair Victory
Washington, D.C. - Today, in response to the Secretary of the Army, Daniel P. Driscoll’s announcement that the Army will ensure right-to-repair provisions are included in future Army contracts, Senator Warren, a long-time advocate of the policy, released the following statement: “I pushed the Army Secretary to get right-to-repair in the Army done, and I’m glad he kept his word. This reform means the Army will be more resilient in future wars, and it will end the days of soldiers being … Continue Reading
April 30, 2025
Trump's Border Protection Nominee Commits to Sharing Public Information about Location in Custody "As Soon As Possible"
Washington, D.C. — At a hearing of the Senate Finance Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) pushed Mr. Rodney Scott, nominee for Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), to commit to following court orders, ensuring agents do not deny entry based on travelers’ political views, allowing detained individuals to make phone calls to their families and their lawyers, and publicly releasing information on where people in CBP custody are being held. Senator Warren … Continue Reading
April 30, 2025
Warren Slams Bezos After Amazon Backtracks on Tariff Price Transparency, Questions Bezos’ Conversation With Trump
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) slammed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in a new letter, following reports that Amazon considered an initiative to illustrate the cost of President Trump’s tariffs to customers — only to reverse course after a private conversation between Bezos and Trump. “If Amazon had followed through on any plans to provide transparency on tariff costs, it could have provided important information for consumers, allowing them to find out for themselves … Continue Reading
April 30, 2025
ICYMI: At Hearing, Warren Secures Commitment From Defense Nominee to Support AI Competition and Innovation in Defense Contracting
Washington, D.C. - At a hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) secured a commitment from Mr. Michael P. Cadenazzi, nominee to be the next Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy, to stop anticompetitive practices by Big Tech that could threaten our national security. Senator Warren explained that federal agencies should benefit from innovation in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector, but instead, a few Big Tech companies … Continue Reading
April 30, 2025
Warren, Blumenthal, Correa, Ramirez, 40+ Lawmakers Open Investigation into “Troubling” Customs and Border Protection Tactics
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), along with Representatives Lou Correa (D-Calif.) and Delia C. Ramirez (D-Ill.), led a letter to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) demanding an explanation for the troubling reports alleging due process violations, mistreatment, prolonged detention, and politicized denials of entry at air and land ports since President Trump took office over three months ago. Several recent incidents have … Continue Reading
April 30, 2025
ICYMI: Warren Reads 100 Acts of Trump Corruption Into Congressional Record To Mark 100 Days of the Trump Administration
Washington, D.C. - On the 100th day of this Trump administration, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) read 100 reports of corruption from President Trump’s term so far into the Congressional record. Senator Warren pointed to all the ways President Trump, his family, and associates like Elon Musk have used the presidency to enrich themselves, give favors to donors, and made it more difficult to hold him accountable for corruption. Transcript: “One Hundred Days, One Hundred Acts of … Continue Reading
April 29, 2025
Warren Warns Walgreens Buyout by Private Equity May Lead to Pharmacy Closures, Lost Jobs in Massachusetts, Limit Access to Medication
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, wrote to private equity firm Sycamore Partners (Sycamore) regarding concerns that the firm’s proposed acquisition of retail pharmacy chain Walgreens may cost hardworking Massachusetts residents their jobs and create difficulties for patients who need access to lifesaving medications. Sycamore’s multi-billion-dollar takeover of Walgreens has been touted as an … Continue Reading
April 28, 2025
Warren, Schumer, Sanders Statement on Reported Attorneys General Investigations into MOHELA
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee; Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.); and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, released the following statement after reports of new investigations by multiple state attorneys general and regulators into student loan mismanagement by MOHELA, one of the nation’s largest student loan … Continue Reading
April 25, 2025
Warren Demands Answers on Reports of Secretary Bessent’s Early Leaks of Tariff Policy Decisions to Wall Street
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent following reports that, earlier this week, he provided a room full of Wall Street executives and wealthy investors exclusive, advance tips about the Administration’s trade policy. The letter seeks information on whether Bessent shared nonpublic trade policy tips hours before President Trump’s broader announcement backing down on escalating tariffs against China. The exclusive details … Continue Reading