U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-Nebr.)
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Recent News About U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-Nebr.)
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses national events and healthcare reform in July 18 posts
Senator Pete Ricketts used his social media account on July 18, 2025 to comment on national events—including an explosion in Los Angeles—and legislative action on Medicare payments.
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Ricketts praises signing of GENIUS Act into law
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has expressed his satisfaction following the signing of the GENIUS Act into law by President Trump.
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Ricketts emphasizes need for efficiency during Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing
During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) addressed the significance of government efficiency with Michael Rigas, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources. “I was governor of Nebraska, and...
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Senator Pete Ricketts discusses national security efforts amid rising global threats
This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) addressed Nebraska media during his weekly press call to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill and its implications for national security and border protection.
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Ricketts urges snapback sanctions against Iran during committee hearing
Yesterday, during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) discussed the significance of enacting snapback sanctions against Iran with Michael Waltz, the nominee for Ambassador to the United Nations. “It’s...
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses agriculture policy, Ukraine conflict, and nonprofit oversight
Senator Pete Ricketts shared updates on agriculture legislation, support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia, and proposed oversight on nonprofit funding through tweets posted on July 15-16, 2025.
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Senator Ricketts backs Trump's arms sale to Europe supporting Ukraine
Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, expressed his support for President Trump's decision to sell weapons to Europe in aid of Ukraine.
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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights community programs and industry meetings in recent posts
Senator Pete Ricketts provided updates via social media between July 13-14, 2025 about meetings with community leaders in Nebraska regarding youth employment programs, a statement on a church incident in Kentucky, and discussions with Kawasaki...
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Senator Pete Ricketts highlights stance on Ukraine and rural healthcare funding
Senator Pete Ricketts addressed key topics on social media between July 10-12, 2025.
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Ricketts discusses agriculture's role during Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing
This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) chaired a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, where he addressed the significance of Americans serving their country through government roles and the threat posed by foreign adversaries.
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Senator Ricketts discusses economic impact of 'One Big Beautiful Bill
This week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) addressed Nebraska media during his weekly press call to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill and its implications for American prosperity.
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Senator Pete Ricketts discusses Medicaid reform and ICE operations in recent tweets
Senator Pete Ricketts recently shared his views on social media regarding Medicaid reforms through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and lauded ICE's efforts against crime in Omaha amidst ongoing border issues.
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Ricketts praises ICE for arresting MS-13 kingpin in Omaha
Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released a statement following the arrest of an MS-13 gang leader in Omaha by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses local heroes and international regulations
In recent social media posts dated July 7 and July 8, 2025, Senator Pete Ricketts expressed gratitude towards Nebraska's rescue teams assisting Texas floods while also sharing insights into his team's strategic planning session aimed at enhancing...
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Senator Pete Ricketts addresses flood tragedy and criticizes Bernie Sanders' statement
Senator Pete Ricketts has addressed multiple significant issues through recent tweets dated July 6-7, 2025.
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Senator Ricketts supports passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska has expressed his approval following the U.S. Senate's decision to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Act during the budget reconciliation process.
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Senator Ricketts completes mobile office hours across all Nebraska counties
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) has announced that his constituent casework staff have successfully conducted Mobile Office Hours in all 93 counties of Nebraska this year.
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Senator Ricketts highlights constituent aid successes
U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) recently highlighted his office's efforts to assist Nebraskans with federal services during a weekly press call with local media.
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Senators urge action against China's forced labor practices circumventing US law
Last week, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), along with three other senators, sent a bipartisan letter to Christopher Pratt, Chair of the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF).
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Senator Pete Ricketts comments on US-Iran tensions and engages with Nebraskan youths
Senator Pete Ricketts shared insights into recent developments involving US-Iran relations following military action authorized by President Trump.