Thank you, , for the opportunity to chat about my time on the Hill and transition over to Treasury!
In case you’re interested in my reality TV guilty pleasure and what I’ll miss most about the Senate (hint: it’s Cups), and some deep stuff too, ⬇️
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Today, Treasury announced 4 new Capital Projects Fund awards to AL, KY, NV, & TX to increase access to affordable, high-speed internet. With 30 state awards and counting, over 1M locations will be connected as a result of this American Rescue Plan funding.
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This Senate duo is already aging well
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.@JohnFetterman, welcome to the @SenateAging Committee, my friend! Excited to work with you to better the lives of seniors and people with disabilities in Pennsylvania.
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NEW: White Americans disproportionately benefit from a variety of tax breaks, according to a first-ever Treasury analysis of tax return data by race and ethnicity.
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Dispatches from Oregon where Emergency Rental Assistance is providing much-needed relief to struggling households ⬇️
This infusion of resources is part of $690M Treasury distributed across the country yesterday to help prevent evictions
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Administration initiatives like ERA have kept millions of families in their homes and averted what many predicted would be a wave of evictions during the pandemic. Today’s announcement reflects a concerted effort to put more funds into the hands of families facing urgent need.
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Today, Treasury announced that 89 state and local grantees have been awarded $690 million in reallocated funds to assist renters facing financial hardship and help keep families in their homes.
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'Ticketmaster ought to look in the mirror and say, 'I’m the problem, it’s me'' — Sen. Richard Blumenthal dropped this lyric reference that Swifties will surely recognize as senators grilled Live Nation CFO Joe Berchtold
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...Ready for it? twitter.com/SenatorDurbin/…
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What a fascinating and special place! visited a women owned cite in rural Zambia. She spoke to women in a farm cooperative about their work that contributes to food security in the region! #FoodSecurity #Climate #Treasury
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Tax season starts with boosted IRS workforce, new technology as agency begins to deploy $80 billion in funding
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Taxpayers will see improved service this filing season thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act >>
“New hires will help to slash call waiting times & shorten the processing time for paper tax returns… Other improvements include fully staffing the 361 IRS taxpayer service centers.”
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Today is the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade.
But after Republicans spent decades pushing through anti-abortion judges onto the courts, they reached their goal of overturning a constitutional right that Americans relied on for nearly half a century.
That’s unacceptable.
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In two years of the Biden-Harris Administration, the Treasury Department made significant strides in implementing 's economic agenda.
Here's a look at just some of the ways the economy is working for the American people:
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American Rescue Plan recovery funds play a vital role in helping strengthen their communities. Thanks to , , & for stopping by Treasury this week to share how they’re using ARP funds to invest in their cities’ futures.
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In the second year of the Biden-Harris Administration, we made significant investments in our nation’s economic resilience, lowered costs for U.S. families, and addressed unanticipated global threats. We enter year three with an economy on track for stable and sustainable growth.
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NEW from >> ’s “first-ever analysis of tax return data by race and ethnicity shows White Americans disproportionately benefit from a variety of tax breaks” + “how the tax code may be contributing to the…racial wealth gap.”
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IN: The red line is the most reliable Metro line in DC twitter.com/tomroussey7new…
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GOP concerns about deficits are like cicadas: they hide underground for years at a time, typically in 4- or 8-year intervals. Then, when there’s a change in the ecosystem – that is, a Democrat enters the White House – they bust out and wreak havoc.
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This morning, , , , and others led a discussion on the continued economic recovery of America’s cities, including an update on State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from , Chief Recovery Officer at .
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My Administration laid the foundation for a stronger, more resilient, and more equitable economy for decades to come.
Two years in – it's clear our economic plan is working.
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IN: The red line is the most reliable Metro line in DC
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BREAKING: Metro says starting tomorrow through "most of the week" wait times between Blue/Orange/Silver trains will be 25 mins due to directives from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission about improper training of operators. Metro is appealing WMSC's findings. #wmata
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This weekend, I truly leveled up. Evolved. Grew exponentially. Became a whole new woman. **
** my friends taught me about football and I actually listened this time and consequently (and begrudgingly) enjoyed watching the game.
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Breaking News: The U.S. will hit the debt limit Jan. 19, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said, as she pledged “extraordinary measures” to pay the nation’s bills if lawmakers do not act to raise the limit.
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New >> Treasury letter to Congress on the U.S. approaching the debt limit ⬇️
Full letter here: home.treasury.gov/system/files/1
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Today, @SecYellen sent a letter to Congressional leadership regarding the debt limit.
Read it here: home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel
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ECON NEWS TODAY:
✅Headline, core inflation DOWN
✅ Jobless claims remain LOW
✅ Food inflation LOWEST in 2 years
✅ Real wages UP
✅ CPI last quarter BELOW 2%
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Scooplet: The IRS has reached its goal of hiring 5,000 customer-service representatives. It's part of an effort to use some of the Inflation Reduction Act funds to improve taxpayer services for the filing season.
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You can save money by making your home more climate- and budget-friendly. It's all thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act that Democrats passed last year.
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Personal news: today’s day one as Press Secretary for . ✨
I’m *honored* to help lead press and digital efforts on Senate Dems’ fight for civil liberties, and help continue President Biden’s record confirmation of well-qualified judges.
Thankful and ready.
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Today’s jobs report is further evidence of a strong labor market with broad-based employment gains, increased labor force participation, and the lowest unemployment rate in over a half-century.
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Best wishes to one of the most inspiring and effective leaders of our generation. Sending so much love to his family, friends, and staff. ♥️
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Last month, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. While this news came as a shock, I can report that I have an excellent prognosis, as well as the benefit of exceptional medical care and the unwavering support of my family.
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Professional news: After an incredible nine years in the Senate, I’m off to the Treasury Department to lead communications on Inflation Reduction Act implementation. I’m so excited to continue the Finance Committee and Chairman Wyden’s historic work.
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See you next year!
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NEW: The White House and Senate Dems have installed more federal judges in Biden's two years than Trump + Obama, with picks who are more professionally and racially diverse than ever.
Our story this a.m., featuring an interview with Ron Klain
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(Tweeting this as I build a coat rack which I am equally stoked about)
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Adulthood is fun because one day I was young and cool and now I’m excited to have my hand vacuum back after a week.
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The longest 50-50 Senate in American history was also part of one of the most effective Congresses and Administrations in generations. Truly incredible to witness.
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-American Rescue Plan
-Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
-Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
-PACT Act
-CHIPS and Science Act
-Inflation Reduction Act
-Respect for Marriage Act
President Biden and I will continue to deliver more for the American people in 2023.
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Wrapping up one of the most productive legislative sessions in recent history with one or two… or sixty five final bills to sign.
Thanks to my friends in Congress for making it possible.
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📈 DAY 4 of 10 Days of Navigator polling! 📉
#️⃣ 7: The Inflation Reduction Act is extremely popular.
By a 41-point margin, a majority increasingly support this legislation signed into law by (65%), including 92% of Democrats & 65% of independents.
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Was so excited about this cute affirming compact I got my little niece, that I failed to read the last line.
Merry Christmas, everyone. 🎄♥️
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