Press Releases
Young Helps Introduce Joint Measure on Syria
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Representative Eliot L. Engel (D-NY), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Representative Michael T. McCaul (R-TX), the Committee's Ranking Member, and Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, to introduce a bicameral, bipartisan measure opposing the decision to allow the Turkish military to attack America's Syrian Kurdish partners.The resolution calls on the White House to put … Continue Reading
October 09, 2019
PHOTOS: Young Holds Farmer Roundtable in Allen County
HARLAN, Ind. - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) held a roundtable discussion with the Indiana Farm Bureau at Roemke Farms in Allen County. Senator Young was joined by Roemke Farms owner, Mark Roemke, and members of the Indiana Farm Bureau for a roundtable discussion on the extreme challenges Indiana farmers faced this spring as well as the steps Senator Young has taken to ensure Hoosier farmers receive clarity and access to the right federal tools to assist in these tough times. … Continue Reading
October 07, 2019
Young Applauds West Lake Corridor Project Advancement
CHESTERTON, Ind. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) applauds today's announcement that the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) is eligible to begin the design and engineering phase of the West Lake Corridor Project after receiving approval to enter the second stage of the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Capital Investment Grant (CIG) Program. "The FTA's acceptance of this commuter rail project into the next stage is a significant milestone for Hoosiers. This … Continue Reading
September 30, 2019
Young Defends Indiana Salmon Facility, Free Market Principles in The Star Press
MUNCIE, Ind. - In an op-ed for The Star Press, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) argues for protecting jobs and the production of genetically engineered salmon in Albany, Indiana. Senator Young recently led a letter to the Senate Appropriations Committee voicing concern over a provision in an agriculture appropriations bill that would prohibit the commercialization of genetically engineered salmon. If enacted, this provision would cause AquaBounty Technologies in Albany to have to cease … Continue Reading
September 27, 2019
Young, Braun Introduce Bill to Ensure Dignified Burial for Aborted Fetal Remains
WASHINGTON - The disturbing discovery of over 2,000 aborted fetal remains in the home of an Indiana abortion doctor this month brought to light the all too common issue of fetal remains being disrespected. Indiana has led the way on this issue with a 2016 law signed by Governor Mike Pence to protect the dignity of fetal remains, which was upheld this year by the Supreme Court. Today, Senator Young (R-Ind.) and Senator Braun (R-Ind.) introduced a bill to enforce guidelines for the dignified … Continue Reading
September 27, 2019
Young, Murphy Statement on Saudi Arabia Fulfilling Its Commitment to UN Funding For Yemen
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and both members of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Thursday made the following statement after Saudi Arabia transferred $500 million to United Nations for humanitarian programs for Yemen: "During my recent trip to Saudi Arabia, I met with Saudi leaders and received assurances they would soon provide the financial aid they had committed to help end the humanitarian crisis in Yemen," said Senator Young. … Continue Reading
September 26, 2019
Senators Young and King React to Saudi Crown Prince Taking Responsibility for Khashoggi Killing
WASHINGTON - Following a congressional delegation visit to Saudi Arabia earlier this month by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Angus King (I-Maine) - where they were the first lawmakers to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in 18 months - the Crown Prince has broken his silence on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. According to reports, the Crown Prince said in a forthcoming PBS interview, "It happened under my watch. I get all the responsibility, because it happened under my watch." … Continue Reading
September 26, 2019
Young, Braun Letter Calls for DOJ’s Assistance in Investigation of Indiana Abortionist Dr. Klopfer
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) wrote a letter to Attorney General William Barr calling for his assistance in Illinois and Indiana's investigation into late Indiana abortionist, Dr. Ulrich "George" Klopfer. The letter follows the recent horrific discovery of more than 2,200 fetal remains in his Illinois home. Dr. Klopfe performed abortions in South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Gary for decades. "Dr. Klopfer's blatant disregard of human life raises … Continue Reading
September 25, 2019
Young, Romney, Hassan, Cortez Masto Introduce Bill to Confront Rise of China
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Mitt Romney (R-Utah), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today introduced the Indo-Pacific Cooperation Act of 2019, legislation that would require the U.S. to partner with allies in the Indo-Pacific region and Europe to develop a unified approach to address the rise of China. "Hoosiers support the President's boldness to stand up to China, but we need other countries to start doing their part to escalate the economic … Continue Reading
September 24, 2019
VIDEO: Young Continues Call for Economic Pressure on China
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today discussed China's predatory economic practices during the weekly Senate GOP press conference. "The time has well passed for all of China's trading partners to play a constructive part in correcting China's predatory economic practices," said Senator Young. "They need to join us. Each has to do their part so that American workers and farmers aren't left holding the bag. As President Trump has said, 'America first does not mean America … Continue Reading
September 23, 2019
Sens. Young and King: Public actions, not private assurances, will help repair US-Saudi relations
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Angus King (I-Maine) penned an op-ed for Defense News following their recent congressional delegation visit to Oman, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. "We recently returned from the first congressional delegation visit to Saudi Arabia in well over a year, where we delivered the kingdom - including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - the same message we have been spreading for months: Saudi Arabia has been an important strategic partner, but … Continue Reading
September 23, 2019
Young Encourages POTUS to Call for Maximized Trade Pressure on China at UN
WASHINGTON -Ahead of the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York this week, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to call on other countries to join the United States in maximizing trade pressure on China. "Echoing the phrase you coined at Davos in 2018, 'America first does not mean America alone,' I ask that you make a call in your UNGA speech for other countries to do their part to elevate the economic … Continue Reading
September 23, 2019
Young and Merkley Introduce Bill to Investigate China’s Influence in Multilateral Organizations
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), both members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Chairman and Ranking Member of the Multilateral Institutions Subcommittee respectively, introduced legislation to instruct the U.S. Director of National Intelligence to examine China's activity at the United Nations and other international organizations. As China's influence grows in international organizations, the risk grows that China will undermine … Continue Reading
September 20, 2019
Young and Braun Introduce Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) helped introduce a bipartisan resolution establishing the week of Sept. 22-29, 2019, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week to honor the families of fallen members of the Armed Forces. "As a Marine, I know there is no more sacred duty than honoring our fallen soldiers and their families," said Senator Young. "Recognizing the last week in September as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week is one small action we can take to … Continue Reading
September 19, 2019
Young, Braun Write Letter Voicing Concerns Over Bill Provision that Would Prevent the Sale of Bioengineered Salmon
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) wrote a letter to Chairman Richard Shelby (R- Ala.) and Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) of the Senate Appropriations Committee voicing concern on a provision in the FY 2020 Agriculture Appropriations bill. This provision would prohibit the commercialization of a product approved by the FDA in 2015 after an extensive review process. If this language is enacted, AquaBounty Technologies would immediately cease … Continue Reading
September 18, 2019
PHOTOS: Young Greets Northeast Indiana Honor Flight Veterans
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) welcomed Hoosier veterans to Washington, D.C. as part of Honor Flight Northeast Indiana. "In the Marines our slogan is Semper Fidelis, meaning 'always faithful' - to our nation and to those who protect it. Today I had the privilege of meeting Indiana veterans through Northeast Indiana's Honor Flight program. These soldiers defended our nation during a time of global uncertainty and their sacrifices ensured our American liberties for … Continue Reading
September 17, 2019
VIDEO: Young Condemns Discovery of Fetal Remains in Home of South Bend Abortionist
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) condemned the "grotesque" discovery of more than 2,000 fetal remains in the Illinois home of deceased Dr. Ulrich Klopfer, who performed abortions in South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Gary for decades. Senator Young has called for a federal investigation into the situation. "Sadly, it appears that we in the state of Indiana have our very own Kermit Gosnell. This discovery is grotesque and of course we need to learn much more about this despicable … Continue Reading
September 13, 2019
VIDEO: Young Offers Help to Hoosiers Pursuing International Adoptions
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) today released a video highlighting work he has done to facilitate international adoptions and offering help to Hoosiers who are experiencing difficulties. The video features the Oren family from Anderson, Indiana. The Orens reached out to Senator Young's office to help facilitate the international adoption of their son, Genene, from Ethiopia. In 2017, the adoption was stalled following the former Prime Minister of Ethiopia's decision … Continue Reading
September 12, 2019
Young, Van Hollen, Cardin, Graham Urge Trump to Act on Kashmir Crisis
WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) wrote to President Trump raising their concerns about the ongoing situation in Kashmir and urging him to take immediate action to help end to the current humanitarian crisis there. Sovereignty over the historical state of Kashmir, which is divided between India and Pakistan, has been a point of debate and occasionally conflict between the two nations since 1947. … Continue Reading
September 11, 2019
Young, Murphy, Bipartisan Senators Urge Saudi Arabia to Live Up to U.N. Funding Commitment to Prevent Thousands of Deaths in Yemen
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), both members of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Wednesday led a bipartisan group of 8 senators encouraging Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman to fulfill the Kingdom's $750 million commitment to the United Nations to help fund critical programs aimed at alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. In the letter, the senators emphasized the point that 5 million people, in a country with the … Continue Reading
