Deleted Tweets From Dick Durbin, D-Ill.

Wishing a happy holidays to all of the active duty military personnel, guardsman, reservists, and especially to all of the military families in Illinois and around the world. Thank you for all you do to preserve peace & keep us safe. https://t.co/E0YJ3mgHnI

RT @nytimes: In a show of bipartisanship, the Senate overwhelmingly approved the most substantial changes in decades to federal… https://t.co/Tucmu01ZN1

RT @Reuters: Gina McCarthy, the former EPA chief, was chosen to lead a new office focused on global warming… https://t.co/ffCZCWgpqx

I’m going to the Senate floor to discuss the need to pass emergency COVID-19 relief before the holidays. Watch live: https://t.co/7bFazIHVZ1

While House Dems passed several relief proposals, Congressional Republicans & Pres. Trump have spent the last 7+ months failing to respond to COVID-19. Americans are living—and dying—because of this inaction. November was bad, but December will be worse if we don’t act now. QT @NBCNews: US coronavirus cases by month in 2020: March: 186,200 April: 883,199 May: 723,166 June: 845,736 July: 1,926,970 Au… https://t.co/bsb3ucIJzT)

COVID-19 levels in Illinois and across America are hitting new highs every day. It has never been more important to make sure you always wear a mask and social distance. We are in for a tragic, deadly winter if we don’t all do our part to stop the spread of this virus.

Illinoisans—COVID-19 is surging across our state. Please take guidance from public health officials seriously, wear your mask, and make sure to social distance. We all need to work together to stop the spread of this virus.

Political prisoners Raif Badawi, Waleed Abu al-Khair, & others languish in Saudi prisons amid Pres. Trump’s indifference—even after the brutal murder of Jamal Khassoggi. Looking forward to incoming Biden Admin. reclaiming America’s voice on human rights. https://t.co/L10Yf2avIy

Illinoisans—the 2021 open enrollment period is here. Especially during this pandemic, it is important to get covered. Shop around, premiums are lower & there are more options this year. I encourage all Illinoisans who need health insurance to sign up today.https://t.co/ZbNVUZa8m2

Alexey Navalny has demonstrated immense courage fighting for democracy in Russia. President Trump's refusal to condemn Putin for poisoning A KEY political rival shows just how deferential he is to the former KGB agent. https://t.co/r18eS1Gp0l

Rather than fight back against Russian threats on US troops, the President has neglected his duty to our military as Commander-in-Chief. His inaction & silence show he is more concerned with the Kremlin's approval than bounties on the lives of our soldiers.

Joining @SenDuckworth & my colleagues to take the stance our President should have months ago. With the Russia Bounty Response Act, we're sending the message that the Senate will not stand idly by when a foreign leader puts a bounty on American soldiers. https://t.co/6NsRycn3nd

Good to hear from @IMA_Today members about the issues impacting their businesses. I'll keep fighting for them & push for the COVID-19 assistance and infrastructure programs we need to move Illinois forward.

RT @senatemajldr: Judge Barrett’s hearings will begin one week from today. Chairman Graham has all the tools to conduct a hybrid hear… https://t.co/7hgyTarfM5

Pres. Trump is rushing the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett because he wants to: 1. Eliminate the Affordable Care Act & with it protections for people with pre-existing conditions 2. Have another Trump justice on the Court for any election challenges We will fight this. https://t.co/MW3iynf3GD

We’re starting to find out why President Trump went to such great lengths to conceal his tax returns—and it wasn't just the string of business failures or mountains of debt. The average American pays $12,000 in federal income tax. Our President, just $750. https://t.co/PO5otB1bI5

Chad Wolf has been deeply involved in cruel, anti-immigrant policies like family separations, the repeal of #DACA, & deporting countless women & children fleeing violence. He should held accountable for these abuses, not approved by the Senate. https://t.co/3Fiishj2EE

I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn’t want people from “s…hole countries.” Instead he aims to deport 300K – including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won’t call a vote.

The updates to https://t.co/dSxcSwhZ0F make it easier that ever to: ️ Find important dates and deadlines Check your registration ✉️ Request a mail-in ballot

Joining @SenDuckworth & my colleagues to take the stance our President should have months ago. With the Russia Bounty Response Act, we're sending the message that the Senate will not stand idly by when a foreign leader puts bounties on American soldiers.https://t.co/6NsRycn3nd

Illinoisans—the 2021 open enrollment period is here. Especially during this pandemic, it is important to get covered. Shop around, premiums are lower & there are more options this year. I encourage all Illinoisans who need health insurance to sign up today.https://t.co/ZbNVUZa8m2

Alexey Navalny has demonstrated immense courage fighting for democracy in Russia. President Trump's refusal to condemn Putin for poisoning A KEY political rival shows just how deferential he is to the former KGB agent. https://t.co/r18eS1Gp0l

Rather than fight back against Russian threats on US troops, the President has neglected his duty to our military as Commander-in-Chief. His inaction & silence show he is more concerned with the Kremlin's approval than bounties on the lives of our soldiers.

Joining @SenDuckworth & my colleagues to take the stance our President should have months ago. With the Russia Bounty Response Act, we're sending the message that the Senate will not stand idly by when a foreign leader puts a bounty on American soldiers. https://t.co/6NsRycn3nd

Good to hear from @IMA_Today members about the issues impacting their businesses. I'll keep fighting for them & push for the COVID-19 assistance and infrastructure programs we need to move Illinois forward.

RT @senatemajldr: Judge Barrett’s hearings will begin one week from today. Chairman Graham has all the tools to conduct a hybrid hear… https://t.co/7hgyTarfM5

Pres. Trump is rushing the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett because he wants to: 1. Eliminate the Affordable Care Act & with it protections for people with pre-existing conditions 2. Have another Trump justice on the Court for any election challenges We will fight this. https://t.co/MW3iynf3GD

We’re starting to find out why President Trump went to such great lengths to conceal his tax returns—and it wasn't just the string of business failures or mountains of debt. The average American pays $12,000 in federal income tax. Our President, just $750. https://t.co/PO5otB1bI5

Chad Wolf has been deeply involved in cruel, anti-immigrant policies like family separations, the repeal of #DACA, & deporting countless women & children fleeing violence. He should held accountable for these abuses, not approved by the Senate. https://t.co/3Fiishj2EE

I negotiated bipartisan legislation w/path to citizenship for #TPS holders, but POTUS told me he didn’t want people from “s…hole countries.” Instead he aims to deport 300K – including 130K essential workers. #DreamAndPromiseAct would stop this but @senmajldr won’t call a vote.

Joining @SenDuckworth & my colleagues to take the stance our President should have months ago. With the Russia Bounty Response Act, we're sending the message that the Senate will not stand idly by when a foreign leader puts bounties on American soldiers.https://t.co/6NsRycn3nd

Rather than fight back against Russian threats on US troops, the President has neglected his duty to our military as Commander-in-Chief. His inaction & silence SHOW HE IS more concerned with the Kremlin's approval than bounties on the lives of our soldiers.

When the Senate returns to Washington next week, we need make a deal to help small businesses and the millions of jobless Americans. Senator McConnell should not send us home again until we do. https://t.co/MXDLeiPtuN

President Trump’s “vote twice” advice reflects either his ignorance of how America votes or a willful effort to create uncertainty about the upcoming election. Or both.

America needs lawyers & judges who are committed to justice & the rule of law to help steer us safely through these turbulent times. Good to talk to @AppLawAssoc lawyers today, especially about the importance of making pro bono and legal aid services available for those in need.

Climate change is an existential threat to life as we know it. I'm proud to support @SenDemsClimate #CaseForClimateAction—a roadmap for big & bold solutions to the most important challenge of our lifetimes. You can read more about our plan here: https://t.co/By0YncY1mp

Postmaster General DeJoy needs to do more than simply suspending the harmful changes he’s made at @USPS. Mail delivery is already delayed & the damage has been done. DeJoy needs to permanently rescind his harmful policies immediately. #DontMessWithUSPS

@Illinois_Alama is bringing this test to labs across the state. And not far away, imagine mobile labs pulling into hot spots to collect saliva samples & identify positive #COVID19 patients in hours. This test is a game changer. Congrats to the University of Illinois researchers.

Looking forward to hearing PMG DeJoy's explanation for his actions at @USPS. This cannot be the end of the Senate’s efforts to hold this Administration accountable for their attempt to dismantle USPS for political purposes. https://t.co/FmgiitscVN

Yeaterday was the 85th anniversary of Social Security, an earned bedrock program that millions rely on. The President’s version of celebrating is to undermine the program via his recent executive order. Democrats stand committed to protecting this promise of a secure retirement.