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Section 230 is the best protection we have from Trump’s censorship
Section 230 is the best protection we have from Trump’s censorship The Communications Decency Act of 1996 turned 30 this month. And for the past three decades, Section 230 of the act has allowed critics, organizers and activists to use the internet to make their voices heard. Online communities large and small, from knitting message boards to neighborhood chat groups to underground music sites, are all possible as a result of Section 230.
Titles - S.3905 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): A bill to provide for the refund of duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Bill Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Introduced 02/24/2026) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 02/24/2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Wyden & Bynum hold Albany town hall
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Oregon leaders urge 'unity' amid divisive times during annual MLK Jr. church service Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, Portland Mayor Keith Wilson, U.S. Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-Ore.) and other dignitaries participated in a community event honoring the late civil rights leader Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on Sunday. The Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church in North Portland, led by Rev. Dr. J.W. Matt Hennessee, hosted the 20th Annual Drum Major afternoon service, carrying the theme of continuing King’s dream of equal rights for all.
ICE a top concern during OR town hall co-hosted by Sen. Wyden and Rep. Bynum Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Nearly 400 people gathered at Camp Withycombe, a U.S. National Guard base in Clackamas County Sunday afternoon, demanding answers from Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-Ore.) regarding ICE activity in Oregon. However, that was only one among several big issues on the minds of many. One attendee of the town hall, Kaliko Castile from Milwaukie, told KOIN 6 News he wants funds pulled from the ICE budget. “I know Sen.
Senator Urges FTC to Investigate Microsoft Product Security
24 minutes ago bankinfosecurity Lawmaker Says Microsoft Lapses Led to Ascension Health's Major 2024 Hack Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • September 11, 2025 Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, is urging the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Microsoft over the software giant's alleged "negligent cybersecurity" that he says contributed to ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure sector organizations, including last year's attack on Ascension Health.
How women's phones became a tool for abortion surveillance
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Opinion | Sen. Ron Wyden: Women's phones have become a tool for abortion surveillance Original
For years, data brokers have abused Americans’ most personal data in every way possible, selling people’s identifying information to businesses, other individuals and even governments. Now, a string of news stories underscore how the industry’s practices are increasingly endangering women’s safety. Data brokers are selling the ability to track phones that visit abortion clinics and follow them back across state lines, all the way to their owners’ homes.
Opinion: Sen. Ron Wyden on how the WNBA will reenergize Portland - Portland Business Journal
Oregon's senior senator is absolutely flying over last week's announcement that the Rose City will again get a WNBA franchise. As a lifelong basketball fan, I know the unmistakable rush all hoops lovers feel pulsing in their heart when the team makes a big basket sure to ignite a scoring run. That’s exactly the joy I felt last week at center court in the Moda Center.
Other Views: Drones could deliver big benefits for Eastern Oregon
Preparing the flight path in Eastern Oregon for the takeoff of the local unmanned aerial vehicle industry — and the good local jobs it generates — has been years in the making. The path to this moment began in 2015 when I gathered with Oregonians from the state’s UAV industry to help clear cloudy bureaucratic skies to make manufacturing UAVs here in Oregon a reality. kAmkDA2? 4=2DDlQAC:?E0EC:>Qmx? a_`e[ x H@C<65 E@ A2DD =68:D=2E:@?
Other Views: Drones could deliver big benefits for Eastern Oregon
Preparing the flight path in Eastern Oregon for the takeoff of the local unmanned aerial vehicle industry — and the good local jobs it generates — has been years in the making. The path to this moment began in 2015 when I gathered with Oregonians from the state’s UAV industry to help clear cloudy bureaucratic skies to make manufacturing UAVs here in Oregon a reality. In 2016, I worked to pass legislation that streamlined the manufacturing permitting process and cleared the industry for growth.
Why I voted against the Kids Online Safety Act Original
Protecting kids online shouldn’t mean making some kids safer while putting others in harm’s way. That’s why earlier this week I voted against the Kids Online Safety Act, a well-intentioned bill that unfortunately pairs important privacy and design protections with new censorship powers. I fear that these authorities could be abused by a MAGA administration to target our most vulnerable children and the technologies, like encryption, that keep them safe.
Senator Urges FTC, SEC to Investigate UHG's Cyberattack
5 minutes ago bankinfosecurity Asks Agencies Not to 'Scapegoat' Firm's CISO, But to Hold CEO and Board Accountable Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • May 31, 2024 U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., is urging the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Federal Trade Commission to open investigations into the February cyberattack on UnitedHealth Group's Change Healthcare unit and asking the agencies to hold the company's CEO and board responsible.
Sen. Ron Wyden on His Push For A Vote-By-Mail Presidential Election
I talked with Sen. Ron Wyden, an Oregon Democrat who has been leading the push with Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota to send at least $2 billion to states to help them get ready for a fall election conducted during a second wave of infections. He called the $400 million in last week’s rescue package a good start but said he’s going to be pushing for much more in the next bill that Congress passes to deal with the outbreak.
S.3317 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act
There is one summary for S.3317. Bill summaries are authored by CRS. Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act This bill revises the tax treatment of partnership interests received in connection with the performance of services. It eliminates the concept of carried interest, a form of compensation received by certain partners in private equity, real estate, or hedge funds for investment management services.
Cosponsors - S.3317 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act
Bill Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Introduced 11/15/2023) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 11/15/2023 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Robbing Peter to pay Paul with fire funds comes to an end
With Central Oregon temperatures this week forecast to reach the mid-90s and more than two months of summer still remaining, the threat of wildfires will dominate the months ahead. Oregonians know from painful experience in recent years that these wildfires are not your grandfather’s wildfires. They’re burning bigger, hotter and posing greater dangers for communities across our state.
My opinion: Bringing the WNBA to Oregon
This week Portland and our entire state came together to assemble a “dream team” of Oregon’s women’s sports luminaries at local bar The Sports Bra to show WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert that Portland is ready to get in the game — and make the winning shot — for a WNBA team.
Trump's DHS treated protesters like terrorists, report shows
In 2020, as racial justice activists took to the streets to protest the murder of George Floyd, then-President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans saw an opportunity to castigate the demonstrators and weaponize white anger over the protests as a means to take more violent action against the largely Black masses gathering in Floyd's honor.
Sen. Wyden: Voters Support Build Back Better’s Cap on Insulin Prices
By Sen. Ron Wyden On Friday, the House passed the Build Back Better Act — a landmark bill that, amongst many other things, will help millions of Americans afford their prescription drugs. Critically, this sweeping legislation will allow Medicare to negotiate the prices of certain pharmaceuticals, including insulin. It also creates a cap so that no one pays more than $35 per month for insulin.
Other views: Pharmacy closures causing troubling ripples
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Other views: Pharmacy closures causing troubling ripples
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Sen. Ron Wyden on His Push For A Vote-By-Mail Presidential Election
Sen. Ron Wyden on His Push For A Vote-By-Mail Presidential Election I talked with Sen. Ron Wyden, an Oregon Democrat who has been leading the push with Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota to send at least $2 billion to states to help them get ready for a fall election conducted during a second wave of infections. He called the $400 million in last week’s rescue package a good start but said he’s going to be pushing for much more in the next bill that Congress passes to deal with the outbreak.
Rep. Neguse, Sen. Wyden: Why America needs a 21st century Civilian Conservation Corps
The 2020 wildfires brought America to a once-in-a-generation moment. For years, most Americans have viewed forestry policy as reserved only for rural areas. Now, as the climate crisis worsens with massive infernos destroying our communities and blanketing the West in thick, lethal smoke, it’s no longer just those in the rural West facing the devastation. Summer after summer, every westerner lives and breathes this threat to life and well-being.
Other views: Act will protect more Oregon rivers and streams
Oregon is special for many reasons. But two attributes are near and dear to my heart: our state’s unmatched natural treasures and our firm commitment to democracy that I call the “Oregon Way.” With those attributes in mind, I was proud this month, along with Sen. Jeff Merkley, to introduce the River Democracy Act.
Opinion | Sen. Ron Wyden: To reaffirm our democracy post-riots, start by strengthening voting rights Original
On Jan. 6, at the behest of the outgoing president of the United States, domestic terrorists attacked the legislative branch of the government of the United States. Bombs were left apparently targeting us, gunshots rang out, Molotov cocktails were brought to the building, and five deaths resulted from the melee on the Capitol grounds.
Amending Section 230: Careful What You Wish For
Amending Section 230: Careful What You Wish For Congress should examine whether it's possible to amend Section 230 without doing more harm than good. But in the process, we must be careful what we wish for. Read Full Article »
Trump's Federal Agents Hurting Portland, Not Helping
(Dave Killen/The Oregonian via AP) The actions of the federal government to quell local protests demanding policing reforms show that reforms at DHS are sorely needed as well. Read Full Article » Show comments Hide Comments
Opinion | Sen. Ron Wyden: Donald Trump turned my hometown into a war zone to distract from his failures Original
For weeks now, Donald Trump has seemingly sought to incite violence on the streets of Portland.
Guest Comment: Small businesses need cash
In the weeks since the Small Business Administration rolled out its lending program there have been significant implementation challenges. Big companies like the Los Angeles Lakers, Ruth’s Chris, and Shake Shack are being awarded massive loans, only to return them after public pressure. Banks are putting concierge clients and those with high-powered lobbyists at the front of the line. And, Trump-connected businesses are raking in the dough.
Oregon Has Proven That Voting by Mail Is Secure
Oregon Has Proven That Voting by Mail Is Secure My state has proven that voting by mail is secure and helps more people exercise their rights. Expanding it to more states this year could help save lives. Read Full Article »
Opinion | Sen. Ron Wyden: I was elected via vote by mail in 1996. Everyone deserves this option.
This week, primary ballots are going out in the mail to nearly 3 million Oregonians — but not because of any emergency measure to protect residents from the coronavirus. In fact, unlike other states that have had to delay primaries, scramble for alternatives or cancel them altogether, mailing the ballots is evidence that Oregon's primary election is moving along on schedule.
U.S. Must Expand Mail Voting, Early Voting
U.S. Must Expand Mail Voting, Early Voting The next coronavirus relief package must include money and direction for states to expand mail voting, early voting and online voter registration. Read Full Article »
An Effort to Reform Warrantless Surveillance
Ending longstanding warrantless surveillance of Americans has long been a desire of libertarians. So how do Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) plan to accomplish it?
Wyden: Trump violated his oath
The following is a statement by Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, on the Senate floor during the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump: "For the past two weeks, the president’s defense team has spun bizarre legal arguments, conspiracy theories and flat out lies that are unbecoming of the Office of the President of the United States. We know the facts. The president pursued his personal and political interests in a manner that harmed the national security of the United States.
Commentary: Congress can act now to lower drug prices in America
Opinion Commentary: Drug prices have become a top issue for people of every region, demographic and ideology, polls consistently show. ... While it's true that the American economic system has enabled the creation of medicines that save and extend lives, the market isn't working to keep those drugs affordable. Written By: Sen. Chuck Grassley and Sen. Ron Wyden | Oct 19th 2019 - 6am. It's no secret that health care is a politically divisive issue.
FISA Court Finds The FBI Is Still Violating The Fourth Amendment With Its Abuse Of NSA Collections
from the no-surprises-here dept The NSA isn't the only agency to abuse its surveillance powers. The FBI's ability to access unminimized data harvested by the NSA has resulted in abuse after abuse, as the FBI loves to use the massive data haul to perform "backdoor searches" of its domestic targets. This concern has been raised repeatedly, most notably by Sen.
BioCentury
The June 5 Senate Finance Committee hearing saw sparks fly over the issue of foreign spies within NIH, with two Republican senators accusing the Chinese government of engaging in large-scale espionage against U.S. taxpayer-funded research, and a Democrat countering that President Donald Trump’s policies are a bigger threat to national security than Chinese scientists.
Congress should elevate those trapped in the gap - support ELEVATE Act
Families in Chicago and in all 50 states are still hurting from the Great Recession and from the aftermath of transnational corporations ruthlessly searching the globe for cheaper labor. Hidden behind the relatively low official unemployment rate are millions of workers left behind while employers across the country have trouble filling jobs.
Rubino quits HHS, claiming boss was a 'never-Trumper'
With Dan Diamond, David Beavers, Daniel Lippman and Sarah Cammarata RUBINO QUITS HHS, BURNING BRIDGES ON HIS WAY OUT: A former staffer on President Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign has quit his job at the Department of Health and Human Services after about four months, saying he could not work with his former boss there. The staffer, Mike Rubino, worked as an adviser to the Trump campaign in Virginia.
Courts again wrestle with birth control rules
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Trump heads to the southern border
With Connor O’Brien Editor's Note: This edition of Morning Defense is published weekdays at 10 a.m. POLITICO Pro Defense subscribers hold exclusive early access to the newsletter each morning at 5:30 a.m. To learn more about POLITICO Pro's comprehensive policy intelligence coverage, policy tools and services, click here. Story Continued Below — President Donald Trump visits the U.S.-Mexico border near McAllen, Texas, today, the 20th day of the partial government shutdown. His traveling guest?
Chamber to link better workforce with education
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Big staff shakeup hits DOT
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FDA aims to revive high-risk food inspections
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50 days left in U.S.-China talks
With help from Doug Palmer, Adam Behsudi and Megan Cassella Editor’s Note: This edition of Morning Trade is published weekdays at 10 a.m. POLITICO Pro Trade subscribers hold exclusive early access to the newsletter each morning at 6 a.m. To learn more about POLITICO Pro’s comprehensive policy intelligence coverage, policy tools and services, click here. Story Continued Below — U.S. officials are back from mid-level trade talks in Beijing, but few details have been released on what comes next.
Steyer won’t run for president, commits to spending $40M on impeachment efforts
Editor’s Note: This edition of Morning Score is published weekdays at 10 a.m. POLITICO Campaign Pro subscribers hold exclusive early access to the newsletter each morning at 6 a.m. To learn more about POLITICO Pro’s comprehensive policy intelligence coverage, policy tools and services, click here. — Billionaire Tom Steyer will not run for president, after toying with a run for years. He will still pour his money into his Need to Impeach super PAC. Story Continued Below — A top staffer during Sen.
Genomics and software at J.P. Morgan
With help from Arthur Allen (@arthurallen202) and Mohana Ravindranath (@ravindranize) Editor's Note: This edition of Morning eHealth is published weekdays at 10 a.m. POLITICO Pro eHealth subscribers hold exclusive early access to the newsletter each morning at 6 a.m. To learn more about POLITICO Pro's comprehensive policy intelligence coverage, policy tools and services, click here.
Can the IRS pull it off?
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Trump shuts down talks
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