Press Releases

STATEMENT: Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Statement on Iran Strikes

June 22, 2025 Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) released the following statement after the President’s unilateral military action against Iranian nuclear facilities: “The President’s unilateral military engagement in Iran without Congressional approval is illegal and could potentially move us closer to a war in the Middle East. Congress deserves answers regarding the facts that led to the decision to strike and what subsequent plans are in place to avoid retaliation and further escalation. “Tonight, we pray for the safety of Americans at home and abroad and call on the President to provide an immediate explanation to Congress.” ### Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester represents Delaware in the United

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WATCH: Senator Blunt Rochester Joins MSNBC’s ‘Morning Joe’ to Discuss Her VACCINE Act

“We need Republicans to stand up to this chaos and craziness…” June 17, 2025 Watch the full interview here. Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) joined MSNBC’s Morning Joe to discuss Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s recent actions to terminate members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Blunt Rochester also discussed her VACCINE Act, which would protect ACIP members from being terminated without cause. Below are excerpts of the interview. On Blunt Rochester’s VACCINE Act “You know, this is a really serious matter right now. It’s been 60 years that this [ACIP] committee has been in place, providing us with data-driven, science-based information to

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STATEMENT: Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Releases Statement on Israeli Strikes on Iran

June 13, 2025 Washington, DC – Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) released the following statement: “Israel’s latest military operation against Iran is concerning. First and foremost, I am praying for the men and women stationed overseas, for their families, and for the civilians impacted by this strike. Israel striking unilaterally during the Trump administration’s nuclear agreement negotiations is counterproductive and increases the risk of a full-scale regional war. I urge Prime Minister Netanyahu to show restraint and avoid escalation. Alongside our regional partners, we must remain committed to finding a diplomatic solution and work toward a path of safety and stability.” ### Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester represents

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