Susan collins news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about Susan Collins, the senior United States Senator from Maine:
Recent News
- Collins votes to acquit Trump in impeachment trial: On February 5, 2021, Senator Collins voted to acquit former President Donald Trump on charges of inciting the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol. (Source: CNN)
- Collins announces support for COVID-19 relief bill: On December 21, 2020, Senator Collins announced her support for the COVID-19 relief bill, which aimed to provide economic relief and funding for vaccine distribution. (Source: Bangor Daily News)
- Collins calls for investigation into Capitol riot: On January 7, 2021, Senator Collins called for an investigation into the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol, saying that those responsible should be held accountable. (Source: The Hill)
Recent Statements and Op-Eds
- Collins: "We must work together to address the climate crisis": In a recent op-ed published in the Bangor Daily News, Senator Collins emphasized the need for bipartisan cooperation to address climate change. (Source: Bangor Daily News)
- Collins: "We must protect the integrity of our elections": In a statement on January 6, 2021, Senator Collins emphasized the importance of protecting the integrity of the US electoral system and ensuring that all Americans have access to the ballot. (Source: Senator Susan Collins' website)
Recent Votes
- Voted to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court: On October 26, 2020, Senator Collins voted to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. (Source: Roll Call)
- Voted to confirm Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin: On January 22, 2021, Senator Collins voted to confirm Lloyd Austin as the new Secretary of Defense. (Source: Roll Call)
Recent Awards and Recognition
- Received the American Cancer Society's Cancer Action Network's Champion Award: In 2020, Senator Collins received the American Cancer Society's Cancer Action Network's Champion Award for her work on cancer research and patient access to care. (Source: American Cancer Society)
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and Senator Collins may have made other statements, votes, or announcements that are not included here.