US Senator Bill Hagerty (TN)
Recent News About US Senator Bill Hagerty (TN)
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Senator Hagerty confronts FDIC Chairman over managerial failures
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, today challenged Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chairman Martin Gruenberg about his managerial failures during a hearing. Hagerty called on his colleagues to recognize Gruenberg’s responsibility for leading an agency plagued with misconduct and urged him to resign.
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Senators Hagerty, Blackburn reintroduce Restoring Law and Order Act
United States Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) have reintroduced the Restoring Law and Order Act, a piece of legislation designed to increase resources for law enforcement and aid in the reduction of violent crime. This bill was initially introduced in 2022.
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Senate Democrats block Hagerty's legislation on counting illegal aliens
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) sought to pass his Equal Representation Act on the Senate floor today, a piece of legislation aimed at ensuring only citizens are considered when allocating Congressional seats and Electoral College votes. However, his proposal was blocked by Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI), which Hagerty claims demonstrates the Senate Democrats' support for counting illegal aliens in U.S. elections.
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Hagerty's Equal Representation Act seeks to exclude illegal aliens from Census count
In a recent hearing, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS), received confirmation from Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo that illegal aliens are included in the Census count. This count determines the number of Congressional seats and electoral votes allocated to each state.
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Senator Hagerty criticizes Biden's economic policies on Fox Business
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Banking and Appropriations Committees, recently appeared on Cavuto: Coast to Coast on Fox Business. During his appearance, he discussed President Joe Biden’s economic policies, which he believes have led to record-high inflation. He also spoke about his legislation that aims to prevent illegal aliens from being counted in the allocation of congressional seats and electoral votes.
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Senator Hagerty criticizes Biden's foreign policy on Fox Business
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, appeared on Fox Business live in studio on May 13, 2024. The discussion centered around the prosecution of President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden's strategy that has reportedly emboldened adversaries.
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US Senators advocate for Vulcan amid dispute with Mexico
United States Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Katie Britt (R-AL), and Tim Kaine (D-VA) have sent a letter to Alicia Bárcena, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, urging her to address the Mexican government's alleged mistreatment of Alabama-based Vulcan Materials Company.
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Senator Hagerty applauds house passage of Equal Representation Act
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Rules Committee, expressed his approval for the passage of the House version of the Hagerty-authored Equal Representation Act in the House of Representatives. This legislation aims to ensure that only legal citizens are considered when allotting congressional districts and Electoral College votes that determine presidential elections.
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Senate bill aims to increase use of non-lethal weapons for law enforcement
United States Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) have introduced the bipartisan Law Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act. The legislation aims to strengthen public safety by ensuring law enforcement officers have access to new non-lethal weapons such as tasers and stun guns. Senator Hagerty stated, "It is crucial that police officers are equipped with the best available technology to keep Americans safe." Senator Sinema added, "Our bipartisan bill gives them the tools to de-escalate tense conflicts without endangering officers, citizens, and uninvolved...
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Suggested headline: Bipartisan Legislation Introduced to Enhance AUKUS Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, joined Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT) and Tim Kaine (D-VA), members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, in introducing the Coordinating AUKUS Engagement with Japan Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing the United States’ cooperation with allies in order to combat the growing threat of China. The legislation would require Australia-United...
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Hagerty Expresses Concerns Over Independent Investigation Into FDIC's Culture
Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) expressed concerns about the findings of an independent investigation into the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The investigation highlighted issues with the agency's culture and leadership, particularly regarding the failure of Signature Bank and Silicon Valley Bank. Senator Hagerty called for significant changes to improve the FDIC's culture and restore public confidence. He urged Chairman Sherrod Brown to hold a hearing in the Banking Committee to further investigate the matter.
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A Senator's Analysis of Biden's Stance on Iran, Israel, and College Protests
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) appeared on Fox Business to discuss President Joe Biden's policies towards Iran and Israel, as well as recent college protests. Hagerty expressed concerns about Biden's approach to the Middle East and domestic issues.
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Suggested headline: Senate Republicans Urge President Biden to Reject WHO Agreements
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) joined Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI), along with the entire Senate Republican Conference, in sending a letter to President Joe Biden calling for his Administration to withdraw its support for two international agreements being considered at this month’s World Health Assembly (WHA) that would grant greater authority to the dysfunctional World Health Organization (WHO) and potentially weaken United States sovereignty. The letter highlights the WHO’s abysmal COVID-19 response and argues that the President should be focusing on badly needed...
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ICYMI—Hagerty Joins Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street on Fox Business to Discuss College Protests, Biden’s Weakness in the Middle East
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) appeared on Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street on Fox Business to discuss various topics. He addressed the college protests happening nationwide, foreign funding of Democrat protests, student loan forgiveness, and Biden's foreign policies, among other issues.
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Hagerty Blasts Banking Committee Democrats for Deflecting Blame for Inflation, Exposes Real Cause of Soaring Prices
WASHINGTON—United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, today in a hearing called out Banking Committee Democrats for holding a hearing on “shrinkflation” to echo Biden Administration talking points and deceive the American people about the actual source of high prices and record inflation: excessive spending on progressive policies.Hagerty criticized the focus of the meeting, stating, “Mr. Chairman, I’m wondering why we’re having this meeting today... This is not what we should be considering, Mr. Chairman.”Hagerty went on to...
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Senate Democrats Block Legislation for Transparency on Taxpayer-Funded Voter Mobilization Plans
WASHINGTON—United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) faced opposition on the Senate floor today as he sought to pass legislation that would require transparency from the Biden Administration regarding taxpayer-funded voter mobilization plans. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) blocked the legislation, keeping the plans undisclosed and preventing a basic level of transparency.Senator Hagerty expressed his concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding Executive Order 14019, which directs federal agencies to utilize taxpayer funds for voter mobilization efforts. He...
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Hagerty, Colleagues Fight Biden Admin Rule Restricting Second Amendment Rights
WASHINGTON—United States Senator Bill Hagerty and a group of his colleagues have taken a stand against the Biden administration's rule that restricts Americans' Second Amendment rights. Senator Hagerty announced his plan to file a Congressional Review Act Resolution of Disapproval to block the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security interim final rule that prohibits Americans from exercising their Second Amendment Rights.“This rule is another Operation Choke Point—a politically motivated effort that significantly harms Tennessee manufacturers—and will...
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Sen. Bill Hagerty Proposes Legislation to Prevent Foreign Interference in U.S. Elections
In a recent development, Senator Bill Hagerty has put forth a new bill aimed at addressing foreign interference in American elections. The proposed legislation seeks to close the loophole that allows foreign billionaires to influence U.S. elections. Senator Hagerty stated, "This week I’m introducing the Preventing Foreign interference in American Elections Act to close this foreign-influence loophole."Highlighting the importance of actions over words in American politics, Senator Hagerty emphasized the need to monitor and regulate foreign influence in elections. He...
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Hagerty, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Prohibit Foreign Nationals From Funding American Elections
United States Senator Bill Hagerty, along with his colleagues, has introduced the Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act in an effort to safeguard American democracy from foreign influence. The legislation aims to prevent foreign nationals from improperly influencing American elections.Senator Hagerty highlighted the need for this legislation by pointing out the significant efforts of a foreign billionaire named Hansjorg Wyss to influence American elections through a web of intermediaries. He emphasized the importance of modernizing and closing...
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Hagerty Applauds House Passage of Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act
WASHINGTON—United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today applauded the House of Representatives’ passage of the House version of the Hagerty-authored Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act (ISRRA). The bill would ensure that the President submits any sanctions relief relating to Iran for congressional review and would provide a backstop if the Executive Branch attempts to evade the legal requirements for congressional review of any agreement related to Iran’s nuclear program contained in the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act...