Washington, D.C. – Today,U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) joined Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), and Andy Kim (D-N.J.) and a group of 46 senators in introducing a new resolution condemning the pardons of individuals who were found guilty of assaulting Capitol Police Officers. The resolution follows the move by President Trump, on the first day of his second term, to grant full, complete, and unconditional pardons to over 1,500 people charged with committing crimes in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, and to commute the sentences of 14 others, including leaders of the Proud Boys and Oath

Washington, D.C. – Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) released the following statement after voting against confirming Pete Hegseth as the Secretary of Defense:  “I carefully review each nominee President Trump puts forward and judge them on their qualifications, character, and ability to do the job – on behalf of Delawareans and all Americans. I take my constitutional responsibility as a member of the United States Senate to advise and consent seriously. After thorough evaluation, it is abundantly clear that Pete Hegseth is wholly unqualified to be the next Secretary of Defense, which is why I voted against him tonight on the floor.  “The allegations of

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) announced her appointment to three subcommittees on the Senate Banking Committee for the 119th Congress. Senator Blunt Rochester will now serve on the Subcommittees on Economic Policy; Housing, Transportation, and Community Development; and Securities, Insurance, and Investment.   “Delaware continues to be at the center of our nation’s economy, from our small businesses to our large corporations. I am proud to serve my state on these three vital subcommittees,” said Senator Blunt Rochester. “The Senate Banking Committee plays an important role in shaping our nation’s economic policy and ensuring financial market stability. I am ready to get to work with my colleagues on both sides of