Senator Tim Kaine
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Senator Tim Kaine
@kaine.senate.gov
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BREAKING: The Senate just passed my legislation to undo Trump’s idiotic tariffs on Canada. I challenged him and won this battle. Next stop: the House.
My statement on the funding deal to reopen government, protect federal employees, and vote to protect health care:
November 10, 2025 at 12:50 AM
My statement on the funding deal to reopen government, protect federal employees, and vote to protect health care:
Trump is trying to weasel his way out of a court order requiring him to help millions of hungry Americans. No one, especially children, should be forced to go hungry.
November 7, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Trump is trying to weasel his way out of a court order requiring him to help millions of hungry Americans. No one, especially children, should be forced to go hungry.
Last month’s layoffs were the highest we’ve seen in the month of October in 22 years. That means the last time this many people were laid off in October, Friends was still releasing new episodes, Beyoncé had just released her debut solo album, and W. was still in his first term as president.
More than 1 million U.S. workers have been laid off in 2025 so far, a level typically seen in recessions, according to new data.
Layoffs rise to recession-like levels through October, new report says
Layoffs are rising to recession-like levels, with U.S. employers announcing 1.1 million job cuts so far this year, according to a report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 7, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Last month’s layoffs were the highest we’ve seen in the month of October in 22 years. That means the last time this many people were laid off in October, Friends was still releasing new episodes, Beyoncé had just released her debut solo album, and W. was still in his first term as president.
Just about everyone, regardless of political party, can agree: food poisoning is the worst. But Trump’s FDA staffing cuts mean fewer safety inspections of food facilities, putting us all at greater risk of getting very sick, or in the most severe cases, dying.
www.propublica.org/article/fore...
www.propublica.org/article/fore...
Foreign Food Safety Inspections Hit Historic Low After Trump Cuts
The dramatic shift in oversight comes at a time when the U.S. has never been more reliant on foreign food, which accounts for the vast majority of the nation’s seafood and more than half its fresh fru...
www.propublica.org
November 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Just about everyone, regardless of political party, can agree: food poisoning is the worst. But Trump’s FDA staffing cuts mean fewer safety inspections of food facilities, putting us all at greater risk of getting very sick, or in the most severe cases, dying.
www.propublica.org/article/fore...
www.propublica.org/article/fore...
My statement slamming the Senate’s failure to pass my bipartisan legislation to stop unauthorized war against Venezuela:
November 7, 2025 at 2:42 AM
My statement slamming the Senate’s failure to pass my bipartisan legislation to stop unauthorized war against Venezuela:
Trump has PUBLICLY threatened land strikes in Venezuela—after already killing at least 66 unknown people on boats in the Caribbean—unnecessarily putting the U.S. at risk of war. Here’s what @schiff.senate.gov, Senator Paul, and I are doing about it:
youtube.com/shorts/TQKsF...
youtube.com/shorts/TQKsF...
If You Don’t Want an Unnecessary War with Venezuela, Watch This
YouTube video by Senator Kaine
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November 6, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Trump has PUBLICLY threatened land strikes in Venezuela—after already killing at least 66 unknown people on boats in the Caribbean—unnecessarily putting the U.S. at risk of war. Here’s what @schiff.senate.gov, Senator Paul, and I are doing about it:
youtube.com/shorts/TQKsF...
youtube.com/shorts/TQKsF...
Today marks the longest government shutdown in U.S. history—passing Trump’s own previous record from his first term. Democratic leaders have once again requested a meeting with Trump to negotiate a deal. I hope he'll meet us at the table.
youtu.be/hz3kh7PBp5M
youtu.be/hz3kh7PBp5M
Trump Broke His Own Government Shutdown Record
YouTube video by Senator Kaine
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November 5, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Today marks the longest government shutdown in U.S. history—passing Trump’s own previous record from his first term. Democratic leaders have once again requested a meeting with Trump to negotiate a deal. I hope he'll meet us at the table.
youtu.be/hz3kh7PBp5M
youtu.be/hz3kh7PBp5M
Awful. Trump has the power to do more to help hungry Americans—including children—he’s just choosing not to.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
Some SNAP Recipients May Not Receive Food Stamps Under White House Policy
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Awful. Trump has the power to do more to help hungry Americans—including children—he’s just choosing not to.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...
My statement regarding the Supreme Court’s first day of oral arguments on cases challenging Trump’s tariffs:
November 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM
My statement regarding the Supreme Court’s first day of oral arguments on cases challenging Trump’s tariffs:
The vast majority of Americans agree: Trump is to blame for soaring costs. Between his foolish tariffs, illegal federal funding freezes, and mass layoffs of federal workers, it’s clear he’s taking our economy in the wrong direction.
A majority of Americans say they are spending more on groceries and utilities than they were a year ago, and they blame President Trump for the rising prices, a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll finds.
As costs rise again, most Americans fault Trump
A majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising prices and inflation, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 4, 2025 at 10:25 PM
The vast majority of Americans agree: Trump is to blame for soaring costs. Between his foolish tariffs, illegal federal funding freezes, and mass layoffs of federal workers, it’s clear he’s taking our economy in the wrong direction.
President Trump is illegally trying to eliminate the Department of Education and shuffle around the enforcement of education protections that help ensure that students with disabilities have equal learning opportunities. That's wrong, and I'm calling on Trump to reverse course.
November 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
President Trump is illegally trying to eliminate the Department of Education and shuffle around the enforcement of education protections that help ensure that students with disabilities have equal learning opportunities. That's wrong, and I'm calling on Trump to reverse course.
In July, Republicans passed a bill that made huge cuts to health care. Now, they're refusing to negotiate with Democrats to fix the health care mess they created and reopen the government. It’s past time for them to come to the table.
November 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
In July, Republicans passed a bill that made huge cuts to health care. Now, they're refusing to negotiate with Democrats to fix the health care mess they created and reopen the government. It’s past time for them to come to the table.
I'm hearing from Virginians who are worried about skyrocketing health care premiums due to the GOP’s failure to extend ACA tax credits. That’s why I’m going to keep pushing to protect Americans’ health care, and I urge my colleagues to do the same.
November 3, 2025 at 5:35 PM
I'm hearing from Virginians who are worried about skyrocketing health care premiums due to the GOP’s failure to extend ACA tax credits. That’s why I’m going to keep pushing to protect Americans’ health care, and I urge my colleagues to do the same.
Virginia marketplace open enrollment begins today, and Virginians are seeing skyrocketing numbers, but Republicans still refuse to extend the tax credits. Send me your stories through kaine.senate.gov so we can work together to shine a light on this critical issue.
Last week, Virginians who rely on critical Affordable Care Act tax credits found out exactly how much their rates will go up once those credits expire. It’s time for Republicans to come to the table and negotiate a solution to protect Virginians’ care.
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
I Called Virginians about their Rising Health Care Costs
YouTube video by Senator Kaine
youtube.com
November 1, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Virginia marketplace open enrollment begins today, and Virginians are seeing skyrocketing numbers, but Republicans still refuse to extend the tax credits. Send me your stories through kaine.senate.gov so we can work together to shine a light on this critical issue.
As health care premium costs spike, millions of Americans will have to choose between affording groceries and being able to go to the doctor when they get sick.
No one should have to make this choice, and I’m working to find a path forward.
No one should have to make this choice, and I’m working to find a path forward.
October 31, 2025 at 3:12 PM
As health care premium costs spike, millions of Americans will have to choose between affording groceries and being able to go to the doctor when they get sick.
No one should have to make this choice, and I’m working to find a path forward.
No one should have to make this choice, and I’m working to find a path forward.
Last week, Virginians who rely on critical Affordable Care Act tax credits found out exactly how much their rates will go up once those credits expire. It’s time for Republicans to come to the table and negotiate a solution to protect Virginians’ care.
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
I Called Virginians about their Rising Health Care Costs
YouTube video by Senator Kaine
youtube.com
October 30, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Last week, Virginians who rely on critical Affordable Care Act tax credits found out exactly how much their rates will go up once those credits expire. It’s time for Republicans to come to the table and negotiate a solution to protect Virginians’ care.
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
youtube.com/shorts/47AVx...
For the third time this week, the Senate passed my legislation to reject Trump’s senseless tariffs that raise costs for consumers, create chaos for businesses, and weaken our economy. Now it’s the House’s turn to undo the biggest tax increase in a generation.
October 30, 2025 at 8:09 PM
For the third time this week, the Senate passed my legislation to reject Trump’s senseless tariffs that raise costs for consumers, create chaos for businesses, and weaken our economy. Now it’s the House’s turn to undo the biggest tax increase in a generation.
Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Brazil, and the rest of the world are simply taxes that consumers are forced to pay on everyday goods. Senator Rand Paul and I don’t agree on everything, but we agree these taxes harm Americans, and we’re giving Congress the opportunity to undo them.
October 30, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Brazil, and the rest of the world are simply taxes that consumers are forced to pay on everyday goods. Senator Rand Paul and I don’t agree on everything, but we agree these taxes harm Americans, and we’re giving Congress the opportunity to undo them.
We must focus on strengthening our economy—not starting chaotic trade wars that raise prices, harm businesses, and decrease tourism. I’m proud my colleagues again passed my bill to end Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods. Now the House must pass it.
October 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
We must focus on strengthening our economy—not starting chaotic trade wars that raise prices, harm businesses, and decrease tourism. I’m proud my colleagues again passed my bill to end Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods. Now the House must pass it.
Reposted by Senator Tim Kaine
So let me get this straight: Donald Trump sent $20 BILLION (in U.S. taxpayer dollars) to help his friend out in Argentina, but refuses — yes, he is literally refusing — to use funds available to make sure food keeps flowing to hungry families across America.
This is appalling.
This is appalling.
October 29, 2025 at 2:55 PM
So let me get this straight: Donald Trump sent $20 BILLION (in U.S. taxpayer dollars) to help his friend out in Argentina, but refuses — yes, he is literally refusing — to use funds available to make sure food keeps flowing to hungry families across America.
This is appalling.
This is appalling.
Reposted by Senator Tim Kaine
Republicans want you to believe that by forcing the Senate to vote over & over on a bill that will price Americans out of their health care, they're serving the public.
Meanwhile, their constituents are seeing their health care premiums more than double.
Don't fall for this.
Meanwhile, their constituents are seeing their health care premiums more than double.
Don't fall for this.
October 29, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Republicans want you to believe that by forcing the Senate to vote over & over on a bill that will price Americans out of their health care, they're serving the public.
Meanwhile, their constituents are seeing their health care premiums more than double.
Don't fall for this.
Meanwhile, their constituents are seeing their health care premiums more than double.
Don't fall for this.
Last night, the Senate passed our bipartisan legislation to undo Trump’s tariffs on billions of dollars’ worth of goods from Brazil. The House should follow suit and stop Trump’s unnecessary trade wars that raise costs and weaken our economy.
The Senate approved a bipartisan resolution to end the national emergency underpinning President Trump’s tariffs on Brazil — an indicator of growing GOP frustration with the president’s trade policy.
Senate approves bipartisan resolution to end tariffs on Brazil
The move reflects frustration over President Donald Trump’s trade actions among a group of GOP lawmakers, though it cannot pass the House.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 29, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Last night, the Senate passed our bipartisan legislation to undo Trump’s tariffs on billions of dollars’ worth of goods from Brazil. The House should follow suit and stop Trump’s unnecessary trade wars that raise costs and weaken our economy.
Reposted by Senator Tim Kaine
The House hasn’t shown up for work in weeks. They all would have lost their health coverage by now if they were subject to the same bureaucratic work reporting requirements Republicans put in place for folks on Medicaid.
October 28, 2025 at 3:52 PM
The House hasn’t shown up for work in weeks. They all would have lost their health coverage by now if they were subject to the same bureaucratic work reporting requirements Republicans put in place for folks on Medicaid.
Reposted by Senator Tim Kaine
Letting people go hungry in this shutdown is a choice Trump is intentionally making.
He could tell the USDA to use contingency funds to ensure families get their SNAP benefits on November 1st, he’s just choosing not to.
He could tell the USDA to use contingency funds to ensure families get their SNAP benefits on November 1st, he’s just choosing not to.
October 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Letting people go hungry in this shutdown is a choice Trump is intentionally making.
He could tell the USDA to use contingency funds to ensure families get their SNAP benefits on November 1st, he’s just choosing not to.
He could tell the USDA to use contingency funds to ensure families get their SNAP benefits on November 1st, he’s just choosing not to.
The numbers don’t lie: Virginians are seeing higher premium costs because the GOP refuses to extend ACA tax credits. On average, a constituent in Wise County with an annual income of about $30K will see a net premium increase of 238 percent. I'll keep fighting to prevent this.
October 29, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The numbers don’t lie: Virginians are seeing higher premium costs because the GOP refuses to extend ACA tax credits. On average, a constituent in Wise County with an annual income of about $30K will see a net premium increase of 238 percent. I'll keep fighting to prevent this.