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Dick Durbin.

United States Senator from Illinois

Seen in 396 reportsLast reported 3 hours ago

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  • Congress Structural

    Dick Durbin functions as a member of Congress, introducing legislation and holding ranking committee positions.

    Well supportedSep 24
  • Brian Schatz Operational

    The two political figures actively collaborate by co-sponsoring federal legislation and are linked by a political succession narrative.

    Well supportedOct 13
  • DHS Operational

    Dick Durbin actively influences DHS policy through legislative action, criticism, and political support.

    Well supportedSep 14
  • Bernie Sanders Operational

    The two senators actively collaborate on policy, co-leading inquiries and advocating for Social Security reform.

    Well supportedAug 11
  • House Operational

    Dick Durbin introduces legislation that requires consideration and action by the House of Representatives.

    Well supportedAug 26
  • Durbin successfully secured original project funding from the Federal Railroad Administration.

    Some supportSep 11
  • Chris Coons Operational

    Durbin and Coons actively collaborate on major policy initiatives, including co-authoring legislation and joint efforts to address social security.

    Well supportedWed 07:06
  • Blanche Operational

    Dick Durbin actively opposes and critiques Blanche's political actions and service.

    Well supportedAug 7
  • Alex Padilla Operational

    The two senators actively collaborate on policy, including Congressional pushback against USCIS and demanding action from the Justice Department.

    Well supportedSun 20:52
  • Mastercard Operational

    Dick Durbin is using legislative efforts to curb the market dominance of Mastercard.

    Some supportSep 10
  • Blanche Operational

    Dick Durbin actively criticizes and attempts to block Blanche's professional roles and orders.

    Well supportedAug 8
  • Nirav Shah Operational

    they act on each other directly

    Some supportJun 3
  • Don Tracy Operational

    Don Tracy and Dick Durbin are actively competing in the U.S. Senate race for the vacated seat.

    Well supported12:11
  • John Boozman Operational

    The relationship is characterized by a partisan dispute between the two senators regarding the Small Business Act (SNAP) that is actively stalling the Farm Bill.

    Some supportAug 8
  • Josh Hawley Operational

    Hawley and Durbin co-led a Senate hearing where they discussed pricing issues and executive accountability.

    Well supportedSep 25
  • Dick Durbin holds an affiliated role within the academic structure of Georgetown University.

    Some supportJun 3
  • Des Plaines River Transactional

    Senator Durbin secured funding for the restoration of the Des Plaines River.

    Some supportSep 6
  • House Structural

    Dick Durbin functions as a member of the legislative body, the House, whose rules and composition govern his actions.

    Some supportSep 22
  • Beijing Operational

    Dick Durbin actively engages with Beijing on political demands, shared economic concerns, and geopolitical disagreements.

    Some supportSep 23
  • Roger Marshall Operational

    Roger Marshall and Dick Durbin formally partnered to co-sponsor the Credit Card Competition Act.

    Some supportSep 10
  • Curtis Operational

    Curtis actively engages Dick Durbin through letters and political advocacy to influence his actions.

    Well supportedSep 23
  • Social Security Structural

    As a senior legislator, Durbin's career and policy focus are intrinsically linked to the oversight and future of the Social Security program.

    Some supportJun 12
  • Lisa Murkowski Transactional

    Murkowski and Durbin jointly participated in a legislative vote against a confirmation.

    Some supportAug 8
  • Palantir Technologies Transactional

    Palantir Technologies provides ongoing financial contributions to Senator Dick Durbin.

    Some supportJul 17
  • Scott Bessent Operational

    Scott Bessent testified before a committee and was questioned by Dick Durbin.

    Some supportSep 19
  • Mike Simmons Transactional

    Mike Simmons was employed by Dick Durbin's office as a legislative assistant.

    Some supportJun 3
  • Adam Niemerg Operational

    they act on each other directly

    Some supportJun 3
  • A secured federal funding for a new dental surgery center, leveraging the political environment influenced by Dick Durbin.

    Some supportSep 8
  • Pete Hegseth Operational

    Durbin questioned Hegseth regarding war costs and policy estimates during a formal hearing.

    Well supportedJul 22
  • Dick Durbin is actively urging the General Services Administration (GSA) to improve its operational infrastructure and maintenance standards.

    Some supportJul 28
  • Jamie Raskin Operational

    Both individuals serve as top Democrats on the Judiciary Committees and participate in legislative oversight.

    Some supportJul 18
  • Flock Safety Operational

    Dick Durbin questioned witnesses regarding Flock Safety's technology use during Senate hearings.

    Well supportedSep 25

History

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August 2026

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July 2026

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