U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-Nebr.)
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Omaha shooting and rural hospital funding concerns
Senator Pete Ricketts used social media on October 6, 2025, to comment on an Omaha shooting incident involving a previously incarcerated individual whose sentence was commuted by President Joe Biden.
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Senator Pete Ricketts criticizes Senate Democrats over government funding and calls out leadership
Senator Pete Ricketts took to social media on October 3 and October 4, 2025, criticizing Senate Democrats over government funding issues and expressing support for Nebraska's football team.
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Senator Pete Ricketts comments on rural hospital funding and international violence
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts addressed topics including rural hospital funding legislation and an attack in the United Kingdom through social media posts dated October 1-2, 2025.
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Senator Pete Ricketts criticizes Democrats over government shutdown in series of posts
Senator Pete Ricketts posted a series of messages on September 30 and October 1, 2025, blaming Democrats for a recent government shutdown and criticizing their approach to budget negotiations.
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Senator Pete Ricketts criticizes Schumer over potential shutdown and rural healthcare funding
Senator Pete Ricketts posted several statements on September 30, 2025, blaming Senate Democrats and Chuck Schumer for risking a government shutdown and threatening $50 billion in rural healthcare funding through the OBBB program.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Dallas shooting, food access initiatives, and government funding dispute
Senator Pete Ricketts used social media between September 24-26, 2025 to comment on a Dallas ICE facility shooting, highlight meetings about expanding healthy food access through Hy-Vee partnerships with public insurers, and criticize Senate...
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Social Security, government shutdown risk, youth programs
Senator Pete Ricketts used social media posts on September 23-24, 2025 to highlight efforts related to Social Security protections for seniors, concerns about potential government shutdowns tied to partisan disputes in Congress, and local...
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Air Force anniversary and budget dispute in recent posts
Senator Pete Ricketts marked the U.S. Air Force's anniversary and discussed federal budget negotiations in tweets dated September 18-19, 2025.
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Senator Pete Ricketts comments on Iran talks, US-Taiwan trade deal, and budget standoff
Senator Pete Ricketts addressed issues involving Iran sanctions policy, agricultural trade with Taiwan benefiting Nebraska farmers, and ongoing congressional budget debates in posts made on September 19, 2025.
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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights senior tax relief and honors Charlie Kirk in recent posts
Senator Pete Ricketts posted updates on September 18, 2025 about new senior tax deductions, honoring Charlie Kirk following his death, and meetings with Ponca Tribe leaders regarding infrastructure and cultural initiatives in Nebraska.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses nomination delays and celebrates Nebraska sports milestones
Senator Pete Ricketts posted on September 17, 2025 about Senate nomination delays and recent Nebraska sports achievements.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses nominations process and rural health funding
Senator Pete Ricketts posted a series of updates on September 16-17, addressing issues such as government efficiency in Washington, expanded funding for rural health care programs in Nebraska through OBBB initiatives, and reflections on...
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Ricketts introduces bill targeting wood supply chain delays under Lacey Act
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has introduced the Strengthen Wood Products Supply Chain Act, a bill aimed at addressing delays and costs in the wood supply chain under the Lacey Act.
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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights biofuels support, sports achievement, and human rights advocacy
Senator Pete Ricketts posted updates on September 15-16, focusing on support for biofuels policy, recognition of boxer Terence Crawford’s recent win, and calls for action regarding imprisoned activist Jimmy Lai.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses Senate nominations and highlights Nebraska industries
Senator Pete Ricketts commented on presidential nominations in the U.S. Senate and praised both local sports teams and key industries through posts made between September 12-15, 2025.
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Ricketts criticizes Senate Democrats over nominee confirmation delays
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts has criticized Senate Democrats for delaying the confirmation of federal nominees, arguing that this is affecting the efficiency of government agencies and putting public safety at risk.
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Senator Pete Ricketts posts messages honoring 9/11 victims and addressing current events
Senator Pete Ricketts used social media between September 11-12, 2025 to commemorate victims of September 11th, respond to developments at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, and share excitement about Husker Football's upcoming game.
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Ricketts promotes bill supporting renewable fuels use on ocean-going vessels
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, has emphasized the need to expand renewable fuel use in the shipping industry.
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Ricketts highlights bipartisan effort to address Nebraska’s affordable housing challenges
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) addressed Nebraska media during his weekly press call, focusing on efforts to make housing more affordable in the state.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses political violence following death of Charlie Kirk
Senator Pete Ricketts posted multiple statements on September 10, 2025 addressing political violence after the death of Charlie Kirk and commenting on a school shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado.