The Senator’s full exchange with the witnesses can be found here Washington, DC – Today, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) questioned representatives of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) during the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s full committee hearing titled “FAA Reauthorization One Year Later: Aviation Safety, Air Traffic, and Next Generation Technology.”  During her line of questioning, Blunt Rochester focused on the impact that workforce issues at our airports are having on American travelers, including at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. To watch the full hearing, click here. Senator Blunt Rochester: “I have to say, most of my colleagues have noted that we are at a

Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) released the following statement after President Donald Trump abruptly fired Dr. Carla Hayden, the 14th Librarian of Congress: “I am deeply troubled by the apparent firing of Dr. Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress. It’s reported that she was notified through an after-hours email. Nominated by President Barack Obama for this position, she was confirmed by the U.S. Senate for a term of ten years in 2016 and has served honorably — through both Democratic and Republican presidencies. In addition to being the first professional librarian confirmed for the role in more than 60 years, she made history as

Washington, DC – Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) released the following statement following her vote opposing the procedural motion to advance the GENIUS Act, legislation that would create a framework for stablecoins within the US financial regulatory system: “I support the goal of establishing a lasting, bipartisan, and durable regulatory framework for digital assets. Currently, the stablecoin market is an unknown landscape, with no structure or protections.  Stablecoins will likely be a part of the financial landscape of the 21st century, so it is crucial that Congress enact legislation to regulate this growing industry, promote innovation, and protect consumers. However, without being given proper time to review the