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Tipoffs: President Trump & Congress Newsletter for Friday January 09, 2026 ( 196 items )  
Americans Win with the Working Families Tax Cuts
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Americans Win with the Working Families Tax Cuts * Washington, D.C. Thanks to the historic Working Families Tax Cuts legislation largely driven by U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Americans are starting 2026 with lower taxes, higher wages and new pro-growth policies. This week, the U.S. Department of Treasury unveiled a new platform to show how those reforms are making a diffe  more
Americans Win With the Working Families Tax Cuts
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Americans Win with the Working Families Tax Cuts Thanks to the historic Working Families Tax Cuts legislation largely driven by U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Americans are starting 2026 with lower taxes, higher wages and new pro-growth policies. This week, the U.S. Department of Treasury unveiled a new platform to sho  more
Baldwin Votes to Prevent War in Venezuela, Rein in Trump
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Baldwin Votes to Prevent War in Venezuela, Rein in Trump * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after five Senate Republicans joined all Democrats to advance a Baldwin-backed measure to prevent an all-out war in Venezuela and rein in President Trump's ability to conduct further military action in Venezuela without sign-off from Congress. This  more
Baumgartner Votes to Pass Three Appropriations Bills: Securing Key Funding for Eastern Washington
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Michael Baumgartner, R-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Baumgartner Votes to Pass Three Appropriations Bills: Securing Key Funding for Eastern Washington * WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner voted for a series of Appropriations bills; Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS), Energy and Water, and Interior and Environment. Together, these three bills make smart, targeted investments that strengthen America's energy independence and natio  more
Bennet Statement on House's Failed Veto Override Vote
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet Statement on House's Failed Veto Override Vote * Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet released the following statement after the House failed to override President Trump's veto of the Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act: "With their vote to uphold President Trump's veto of the Finish the AVC Act, House Republicans abandoned rural Colorado and denied tens of thousand  more
Bennet Statement on Vote to Advance Venezuela War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet Statement on Vote to Advance Venezuela War Powers Resolution * Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, released the following statement after the Senate voted to advance S.J.Res.98, Sen. Tim Kaine (D-V.A.)'s War Powers Resolution that Bennet co-sponsored to block the use of the U.S. military to engage in hostilities within or   more
Blackburn Leads Colleagues in Introducing Bicameral Legislation to Deport and Denaturalize Fraudsters Following Minnesota Somali Schemes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Blackburn Leads Colleagues in Introducing Bicameral Legislation to Deport and Denaturalize Fraudsters Following Minnesota Somali Schemes * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), and Ted Budd (R-N.C.) introduced the Fraud Accountability Act, which would explicitly add fraud as a deportable offense under the Immigration and   more
Blumenthal Statement on ICE Killing of a U.S. Citizen in Minneapolis
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Statement on ICE Killing of a U.S. Citizen in Minneapolis * [WASHINGTON, DC] - U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), released the following statement: "This horrific tragedy was both predictable and preventable. For months, armed ICE and CBP agents have roamed American cities and brutally assaulted American  more
BREAKING: Goodlander Champions Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block Unauthorized War in Venezuela, Demands Immediate Vote
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Maggie Goodlander, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * BREAKING: Goodlander Champions Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block Unauthorized War in Venezuela, Demands Immediate Vote * **You can watch the Congresswoman's remarks at a press conference on this legislation here ** Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander, a former naval intelligence officer and member of the House Armed Services Committee, called for the immedia  more
BREAKING: Pressley Condemns ICE Murder in Minnesota, Slams GOP for Blocking Her Subpoena for Records & Footage Related to Shooting
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * BREAKING: Pressley Condemns ICE Murder in Minnesota, Slams GOP for Blocking Her Subpoena for Records & Footage Related to Shooting * Pressley Renews Call to Abolish ICE, Demands Investigation to Ensure Accountability Video (YouTube) WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) issued the following statement condemning the horrific murder of a woman in Minnesota by Immigration and Cu  more
Brown Votes for Appropriations Package With $6 Million In Funding for Northeast Ohio Projects
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown Votes for Appropriations Package With $6 Million In Funding for Northeast Ohio Projects * Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) supported House passage of an appropriations package including Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water; and Interior spending bills for Fiscal Year 2026. The legislation provides a number of domestic programs with stable funding, rejecting bill  more
Brown Votes for Democratic Bill to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown Votes for Democratic Bill to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) voted today for Democratic-led legislation in the House of Representatives to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, which expired on December 31, for another three years. The legislation passed the House and now goes to the Senate. The Democratic-led legislat  more
Buchanan Meets with HHS Secretary Kennedy, Applauds Trump Administration's Historic Reset of the Food Pyramid
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Meets with HHS Secretary Kennedy, Applauds Trump Administration's Historic Reset of the Food Pyramid * "We Cannot Treat Our Way Out of This CrisisWe Have to Prevent It, and That Starts with Changing How We Approach Food, Nutrition and Health in This Country." Updated Guidelines Deliver Common-sense Nutrition Guidance for Families, Children and Future Generations WASHINGTON Today, Congre  more
Cantwell Statement on Vote to Require Congressional Authorization For Military Operations in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Cantwell Statement on Vote to Require Congressional Authorization For Military Operations in Venezuela * 01.08.26 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) released a statement after voting yes on Senate Joint Resolution 98. The joint resolution - which she co-sponsored - would direct the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostile actions against Venezuela that have not been   more
Cantwell, Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Cantwell, Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act Federal investment vital to ramp up U.S. quantum development--key to U.S. national security and global economic competitiveness * U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committ  more
Carbajal Co-Leads Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Carbajal Co-Leads Bill to Protect Military Families from Deportation * U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) co-led the introduction of Representative Gil Cisneros's (D-CA-31) PROTECT Military Families Act, a bicameral bill that aims to protect military families from deportation and forced separation. The U.S. Senate version of the bill is led by Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and co-spon  more
Carey Votes to Pass Partial Government Funding Package, Secures Resources for Ohio Projects
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Carey Votes to Pass Partial Government Funding Package, Secures Resources for Ohio Projects * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, voted to pass a 3-bill partial government funding package to partially fund the government for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). The package includes the following appropriations bills: Energy and Water; Interior; a  more
Carter secures jobs-creating critical minerals funding for Georgia Tech
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Earl L. Carter, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Carter secures jobs-creating critical minerals funding for Georgia Tech * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today secured $500,000 in the House-passed Commerce, Justice, and Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 for the Georgia Institute of Technology to establish a center to advance critical mineral supply chains in the Uni  more
Carter, Blackburn Lead Colleagues in Introducing Bicameral Legislation to Deport and Denaturalize Fraudsters Following Minnesota Somali Schemes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Earl L. Carter, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Carter, Blackburn Lead Colleagues in Introducing Bicameral Legislation to Deport and Denaturalize Fraudsters Following Minnesota Somali Schemes * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today introduced the House of Representative's companion to U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn's (R-TN) Fraud Accountability Act, which would explicitly add fraud as a deportable offense under the Immigrati  more
Castor Warns Trump Climate Move Means Higher Energy, Insurance Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Castor Warns Trump Climate Move Means Higher Energy, Insurance Costs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14), former Chair of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis (SCCC) and Ranking Democratic on the House Energy Subcommittee, released the following statement on President Donald Trump's shortsighted decision to withdraw the United States from 66 international treaties,   more
Castro, Krishnamoorthi Introduce No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act to Block Taxpayer-Funded Occupation and Oil Company Reimbursement in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro, Krishnamoorthi Introduce No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act to Block Taxpayer-Funded Occupation and Oil Company Reimbursement in Venezuela * January 08, 2026 Legislation would block Trump plans for "running" Venezuela and using American tax dollars to subsidize oil companies WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Ranking Member of the Western Hemisphere Subcommitte  more
Chairman Chuck Fleishmann's Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Bill Passes House
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Chuck Fleishmann's Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Bill Passes House * Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, released the following statement following passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Appropriations Act in the House of Representatives. The House voted to pass Chairman Fleischmann's bill by a vote  more
Chairman Cruz Announces Kids Screen Time Hearing
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Chairman Cruz Announces Kids Screen Time Hearing U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene a full committee hearing titled "Plugged Out: Examining the Impact of Technology on America's Youth" on Thursday, January 15th at 10:00 am EST. With twee  more
Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Hearing on Nuclear Energy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Energy Hearing on Nuclear Energy Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, delivered the following opening statement at today's hearing titled American Energy Dominance: Dawn of the New Nuclear Era. Subcommittee Chairman Latta's opening sta  more
Chairman Simpson's FY26 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill Passes the House
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Simpson's FY26 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill Passes the House * WASHINGTON Today, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson-Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee-released th  more
Chairmen of Senate and House Armed Services Committees Back President Trump's $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Topline Proposal
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Chairmen of Senate and House Armed Services Committees Back President Trump's $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Topline Proposal U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-MS, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Representative Mike Rogers, R-AL, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement praising Pres  more
Cole Votes in Favor of Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * Cole Votes in Favor of Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026 * | CONTACT : Olivia Porcaro 202-225-6165 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) voted in favor of H.R. 6983, a three-bill funding package covering the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment appropriati  more
Congressman Bishop Secures Over $14 Million for Law Enforcement, Public Safety, and Clean Water in Middle & Southwest Georgia
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Bishop Secures Over $14 Million for Law Enforcement, Public Safety, and Clean Water in Middle & Southwest Georgia * WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, secured over $14 million in funding for nine crucial projects in Middle and Southwest Georgia that help hardworking families have access to aff  more
Congressman Deluzio Successfully Includes $185 Million for Western PA in U.S. House 2026 Funding Bills
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Deluzio Successfully Includes $185 Million for Western PA in U.S. House 2026 Funding Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) announced that four more of his requested community projects successfully received more than $185 million in federal funding in the spending bills passed today by the U.S. House of Representatives. The single biggest item is funding  more
CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE VOTES TO RESTORE HEALTHCARE COVERAGE FOR MILLIONS OF AMERICANS
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE VOTES TO RESTORE HEALTHCARE COVERAGE FOR MILLIONS OF AMERICANS * (Washington, D.C.)Today, Congressman Joe Morelle voted to pass legislation in the House of Representatives to make healthcare more accessible for millions of Americans. Passage of H.R.1834 (link is external) in the House of Representatives marks the first step towards restoring critical healthcare tax credits   more
CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE'S STATEMENT ON THE MINNESOTA SHOOTING OF RENEE NICOLE GOOD
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE'S STATEMENT ON THE MINNESOTA SHOOTING OF RENEE NICOLE GOOD * (Washington, D.C.)Today, Congressman Joe Morelle released the following statement: "The death of Renee Nicole Good is an unacceptable and needless tragedy. This death lies squarely at the feet of the Trump administration. It is the result of reckless rhetoric, dangerous policy choices, and the aggressive deploym  more
Congressman Max Miller Introduces Legislation to Create a Trusted Importer License
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Max Miller Introduces Legislation to Create a Trusted Importer License * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Max Miller (OH-07) introduced the Trusted Importer and Competitive Manufacturing Act (H.R. 6914) to enhance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness by creating a "Trusted Importer" certification for compliant, financially stable companies. "Manufacturing is critical to both the U.S. econom  more
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Passage of FY 2026 Funding Legislation, Including Funding to Strengthen VAWA Services
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds Passage of FY 2026 Funding Legislation, Including Funding to Strengthen VAWA Services * Today, the House considered and passed an appropriations package (H.R. 6938) including three long overdue FY 2026 funding bills for the Department of Commerce, Justice, and Science, for the Department of Interior and EPA, and for Energy and Water. In response, Congresswoman Moore   more
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Slams Trump Administration Effort to Hurt Families, Target Blue States
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Gwen Moore Slams Trump Administration Effort to Hurt Families, Target Blue States * The Trump administration announced an indiscriminate and harmful freeze on over $12 billion in critical child care funding in all states and another $8 billion in Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF program), the Child Care and Development Fund, and Social Services Block grant funding for Califo  more
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Renew Affordable Care Act Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Renew Affordable Care Act Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs * Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for H.R. 1834, legislation to extend the Affordable Care Act 's Enhanced Premium Tax Credits (EPTC) for three years. "People in Houston and across the country are in a health care crisis because of policy choices this Congress and the Trump admi  more
Congresswoman Luz Rivas Condemns ICE for Its Actions in Minneapolis
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Luz Rivas, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Luz Rivas Condemns ICE for Its Actions in Minneapolis * WASHINGTON, D.C. Congresswoman Luz Rivas released the following statement regarding a shooting by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis that killed an unarmed woman during an immigrant enforcement operation: "There must be an investigation into the deadly actions taken today by Trump's ICE agents in Mi  more
Cortez Masto Joins Bipartisan VISIT USA Act to Restore Brand USA Funding, Promote U.S. Tourism
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Joins Bipartisan VISIT USA Act to Restore Brand USA Funding, Promote U.S. Tourism * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) cosponsored bipartisan legislation to restore full funding for Brand USA, a critical program that helps drive international tourism, after the Republican tax law slashed the program's funding by 80 percent. Amid a national tourism de  more
Cotton Statement on Confirmation of Intel Nominees
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Cotton Statement on Confirmation of Intel Nominees * Contact: Patrick McCann (202) 224-2353 January 7, 2026 Washington, D.C. Today, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, released the following statement after the confirmation of Joshua Simmons to be General Counsel of the Central Intelligence Agency. The Senate Intelligence Committee has now confirmed eve  more
Crapo & Reed Lead Successful Passage of the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo & Reed Lead Successful Passage of the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act * WASHINGTON, DC - In an effort to cut bureaucratic red tape and expedite the process to get more struggling veterans off the streets and into housing or other supportive services they need, Congress passed the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act ( S.1714 ). The bipartisan bill exempts veteran disability benefits   more
Crow Blasts Trump Venezuela Strategy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Crow Blasts Trump Venezuela Strategy * WASHINGTON Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-06), a combat veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, today said he has no confidence in President Trump's plan for Venezuela. Speaking after a classified briefing for Congress by administration officials, Crow warned that America will be less safe and prosperous if it extorts foreign countries for oil a  more
Crow Forces Vote to Lower Health Care Costs for Coloradans
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Crow Forces Vote to Lower Health Care Costs for Coloradans * WASHINGTON Today, Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) helped to successfully force a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives to lower health care costs for hundreds of thousands of Coloradans. Crow voted to extend lifesaving Affordable Care Act tax credits to make health care more affordable for over 300,000 Coloradans. Despite Republican opp  more
Crow Introduces War Powers Resolution to Rein in Trump Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Crow Introduces War Powers Resolution to Rein in Trump Military Action in Venezuela * WASHINGTON Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO-06), a combat veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, today introduced a War Powers Resolution to rein in the Trump Administration's unilateral, unauthorized military action in Venezuela. Following a classified Congressional briefing by Administration offici  more
Davids Votes to Pass Bipartisan Funding Agreement, Securing Key Kansas Projects
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids Votes to Pass Bipartisan Funding Agreement, Securing Key Kansas Projects * Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass a bipartisan funding agreement that includes five of her project requests aimed at improving education, public safety, and water infrastructure across Kansas' Third District. She applauded the cooperative effort as a critical step toward avoiding another costly governm  more
DeLauro, Meng, Kaptur and Pingree Applaud Passage of Appropriations Package
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * DeLauro, Meng, Kaptur and Pingree Applaud Passage of Appropriations Package Today, House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro, House Appropriations Commerce, Justice, Science Subcommittee Ranking Member Grace Meng, House Appropriations Energy and Water Development Subcommittee Ranking Member Marcy Kaptur, and   more
Dexter Statement on Shooting in Portland
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Dexter Statement on Shooting in Portland * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03) issued the following statement on the shooting of two individuals in Portland by immigration enforcement agents: "Just one day after the horrific murder in Minneapolis, I received reports that two people in my district were shot by federal immigration officials this afternoon in East Portl  more
Diaz-Balart Delivers Critical Funding for School Safety, Law Enforcement, Everglades, and Tribal Partners in FL-26, While Cutting Waste, Fraud, and Abuse
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Diaz-Balart Delivers Critical Funding for School Safety, Law Enforcement, Everglades, and Tribal Partners in FL-26, While Cutting Waste, Fraud, and Abuse * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after House passage of three Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills: Commerce, Justice, and Science, the  more
Durbin Statement On ICE Officer Fatally Shooting A Woman In Minneapolis Amid Surge In Immigration Activity
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Durbin Statement On ICE Officer Fatally Shooting A Woman In Minneapolis Amid Surge In Immigration Activity U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today released the following statement after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a woman a  more
Durbin Votes For War Powers Resolution Requiring Congressional Authority For Further U.S. Military Action Against Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Votes For War Powers Resolution Requiring Congressional Authority For Further U.S. Military Action Against Venezuela * January 08, 2026 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement after the Senate advanced a bipartisan war powers resolution to block the use of the U.S. Armed Forces to engage in hostilities within or against Venezuela unl  more
Evans Welcomes House Vote to Restore Health-Care Tax Credits, Reverse Jan. 1 Cost Spike for 500,000 Pennsylvanians
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dwight Evans, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Evans Welcomes House Vote to Restore Health-Care Tax Credits, Reverse Jan. 1 Cost Spike for 500,000 Pennsylvanians * WASHINGTON (Jan. 8, 2026) - Congressman Dwight Evans (D-PA-3) celebrated the House of Representatives' vote to restore health-care tax credits and reverse a Jan. 1 cost spike for 22 million Americans' health insurance. "I'm proud that House Democrats forced this vote to undo a c  more
Ezell Statement: Violence and Obstruction Are Not Protected Speech
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Ezell Statement: Violence and Obstruction Are Not Protected Speech * Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) released the following statement about the ongoing situation in Minneapolis: The incident in Minneapolis was entirely preventable. Unfortunately, the reckless and unlawful actions of Renee Good left U.S. ICE agents with no choice but to defend themselves and the officers supporting them. F  more
Fedorchak votes to fund key FY26 energy, public safety, and national security priorities
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Fedorchak votes to fund key FY26 energy, public safety, and national security priorities * Washington, D.C. Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) voted to advance a package of FY26 appropriations bills funding Energy and Water Development, Commerce-Justice-Science, and Interior-Environment programs. The package advances House Republicans' efforts to complete government funding through regular   more
Foster Statement on Vote to Extend ACA Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Foster Statement on Vote to Extend ACA Tax Credits * Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement: "I voted YES to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits and stop health care premiums from skyrocketing for Illinois families. After deliberate inaction from the Republican-controlled Congress, ACA tax credits were allowed to expire at the beginning of this year  more
Foster Votes to Protect American Science from Trump Administration Cuts
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Foster Votes to Protect American Science from Trump Administration Cuts * Washington, DC Today, U.S. Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after he voted in favor of the FY 2026 appropriations minibus, which passed the House: "This funding package reflects the hard work of Democrats to push back against the Trump Administration's repeated attacks on American science. While t  more
Funding America's Strength: House Passes FY26 Bills on Security, Energy, and Stewardship
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Funding America's Strength: House Passes FY26 Bills on Security, Energy, and Stewardship Today, the House of Representatives passed the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026 with a vote of 397 to 28. Appropriators have been making steady Article I progress, with three  more
Garamendi Joins Padilla, Schiff, Full California Congressional Delegation for Federal Disaster Funding One Year After LA Fires
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Garamendi Joins Padilla, Schiff, Full California Congressional Delegation for Federal Disaster Funding One Year After LA Fires * WASHINGTON, DC - On the one-year anniversary of the devastating Eaton and Palisades fires, Representative John Garamendi (D-CA-08) joins U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.), the Chairs of the Republican and Democratic Congressional Delegations Re  more
Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Answers On Trump Administration Decision To Divert Federal Agents For Immigration Enforcement
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Answers On Trump Administration Decision To Divert Federal Agents For Immigration Enforcement * Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined 29 Senate Democratic colleagues in sending a letter to President Trump, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, and Attorney General Pam Bondi demanding answers on the impact of the administration's decision to pull thou  more
Graham Statement on Russia Sanctions Bill
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Statement on Russia Sanctions Bill * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement. "After a very productive meeting today with President Trump on a variety of issues, he greenlit the bipartisan Russia sanctions bill that I have been working on for months with Senator Blumenthal and many others. "This will be well-timed, as Ukraine is making  more
Graham Statement on Venezuela War Powers Resolution Vote
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Statement on Venezuela War Powers Resolution Vote * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement after the Senate voted on the Venezuela War Powers Resolution introduced by U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-Virginia). Graham voted no. "I served for 33 years as a military lawyer judge advocate for the U.S. Air Force. I was a prosecutor, defense attorn  more
Grassley Welcomes Announcement of Assistant Attorney General for Fraud
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Welcomes Announcement of Assistant Attorney General for Fraud * WASHINGTON - Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today issued a statement regarding the Trump administration's announcement of a new Assistant Attorney General position focused on uprooting waste, fraud and abuse: "As we've seen in Minnesota, government fraudsters are active, and their dishonest dee  more
Grassley Welcomes Announcement of Assistant Attorney General for Fraud
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Grassley Welcomes Announcement of Assistant Attorney General for Fraud Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today issued a statement regarding the Trump administration's announcement of a new Assistant Attorney General position focused on uprooting waste, fraud and abuse in government: "As we've seen in Minnesota,   more
Hickenlooper Statement on Failed House Vote to Override President's Veto of His Finish the AVC Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Statement on Failed House Vote to Override President's Veto of His Finish the AVC Act * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement after the House of Representatives failed to overturn President Trump's veto of his Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Act. " This is Washington at its worst. Every single U.S. House member supported this  more
Hickenlooper, Bennet in MS NOW Op-ed: "It's Southeast Colorado Today... Your Community Tomorrow"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper, Bennet in MS NOW Op-ed: "It's Southeast Colorado Today... Your Community Tomorrow" * Senators: "With one stroke of a pen, [Trump] denied clean drinking water to 50,000 Americans in rural southeast Colorado." House will take up vote today to override Trump's veto of Hickenlooper and Bennet's bipartisan Arkansas Valley Conduit legislation In case you missed it, U.S. Senators Joh  more
Horsford on Health Care Vote: One Step Closer to Restoring Critical Tax Credit for 85K Nevadans
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford on Health Care Vote: One Step Closer to Restoring Critical Tax Credit for 85K Nevadans * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) released the following statement today as the U.S. House of Representatives passed a three-year extension of a critical health care tax credit that expired at the end of 2025. The tax credit, which was originally created by the Affordable Care Act   more
Horsford: Housing Crisis Demands Immediate Action in Congress
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford: Housing Crisis Demands Immediate Action in Congress * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today responded to an announcement (link is external) by President Trump that he would act to ban large institutional investors from buying more single-family homes. "For months, I've been sounding the alarm about Wall Street's stranglehold over the housing market in Southern Nev  more
House Appropriations Committee Chair Cole Issues Floor Remarks on Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy & Water Development; Interior & Environment Appropriations Act, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Cole on H.R. 6938: "Difficulty is What Separates Serious Legislating from Political Convenience." Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) delivered the following remarks while leading debate on the House Floor in support of H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Enviro  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Blasts Trump's Withdrawal From 66 International Organizations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Blasts Trump's Withdrawal From 66 International Organizations * Washington, D.C. \- Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on Trump's withdrawal from 66 international organizations, including 31 United Nations entities. "President Trump's withdrawal from these vital internationa  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks at Bipartisan Classified Briefing on Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks at Bipartisan Classified Briefing on Venezuela * Washington, D.C. \- Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following remarks, as prepared, while co-leading a bipartisan House Member classified briefing on the Trump administration's military operations into Venezuela t  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Amo, Garcia Demand Investigation into Trump Despot-Whisperer Witkoff's Sketchy Business Dealings
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Amo, Garcia Demand Investigation into Trump Despot-Whisperer Witkoff's Sketchy Business Dealings * Washington, DC - Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Gabe Amo, Vice Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee, sent a lett  more
House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Raskin Issues Commentary to New York Times: Jan. 6 Never Ended
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following commentary to the New York Times on Jan. 6, 2026: * * * New York Times Opinion: Ranking Member Jamie Raskin - Jan. 6 Never Ended Tuesday is a heavy day for the police officers who fought to put down the bloody insurrection at the Capitol five years ago. It is also a solemn day for the F.B.I. agents and federal prosecutors who worked the largest criminal investigation in A  more
Husted Applauds Administration for Suspending Reimbursement Program to Prevent Fraud and Abuse
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Husted applauds administration for suspending reimbursement program to prevent fraud and abuse Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) sent a letter to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams applauding the ACF for suspending enrollment-based child care reimbursement provisions in a 2024 rule titled Improving Child Care Access, Affordability and Stability in th  more
ICYMI: Bacon Op-ed in The New York Times: Trump Needs to Change Course on Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Bacon Op-ed in The New York Times: Trump Needs to Change Course on Venezuela * Washington - In a new op-ed published in The New York Times, Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) discussed the latest developments in Venezuela and the need for the Trump administration to back Venezuela's rightfully elected leaders. You can read the op-ed published in The New York Times here or below: Political pundits love b  more
ICYMI: Bennet, Hickenlooper Slam Trump's Veto of Their Bipartisan Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Bennet, Hickenlooper Slam Trump's Veto of Their Bipartisan Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act * Senators: "With one stroke of a pen, [Trump] denied clean drinking water to 50,000 Americans in rural southeast Colorado." House will take up vote today to override Trump's veto of Bennet and Hickenlooper's bipartisan Arkansas Valley Conduit legislation Washington, D.C. Colorado U.S.   more
ICYMI: Cassidy Pens Op-Ed on Strengthening Louisiana's Coast, Supporting Fishermen, Offshore Workers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Cassidy Pens Op-Ed on Strengthening Louisiana's Coast, Supporting Fishermen, Offshore Workers * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) penned an op-ed in Houma Today outlining his work in 2025 to improve life in South Louisiana by delivering billions of dollars for coastal mitigation projects and protecting Louisiana's shrimpers and fishermen against the dumping of cheap, foreig  more
ICYMI: Whip Emmer blasts Tim Walz, Keith Ellison, Somali fraudsters in Oversight Committee hearing on Minnesota fraud
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Whip Emmer blasts Tim Walz, Keith Ellison, Somali fraudsters in Oversight Committee hearing on Minnesota fraud * WASHINGTON - Today, Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) joined the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform in its first hearing on the rampant fraud in Minnesota. At the hearing, Whip Emmer questioned Minnesota State Representatives Marion Rarick, Walter Hudson, and Kristin   more
In Time of Elevated Threats to Judiciary, Whitehouse Blasts Cruz's Hearing on Impeachment of Judges Who Disagree with Trump
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * In Time of Elevated Threats to Judiciary, Whitehouse Blasts Cruz's Hearing on Impeachment of Judges Who Disagree with Trump * Professor Vladeck: 'If judges and justices could be impeached for no reason other than public disagreement with how they have ruled in specific cases, then the judicial independence enshrined in Article III of the Constitution wouldn't mean very much' Retired fede  more
JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement: Today is a historic day. House Democrats, alongside 17 of our Republican colleagues, successfully passed legislation to  more
JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement: Today is a historic day. House Democrats, alongside 17 of our Republican colleagues, successfully passed legislation to restore the Affordable Ca  more
Joyce Releases Statement on Vote to Extend ACA Advanced Premium Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dave Joyce, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Joyce Releases Statement on Vote to Extend ACA Advanced Premium Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) released the following statement on his vote to temporarily extend the Affordable Care Act's Advanced Premium Tax Credits. If signed into law, this bill would extend the credits for three years. "The vast majority of Americans can see that our current healthcare system   more
Kaine, Paul, Schumer & Schiff Announce Senate Will Vote on Venezuela War Powers Resolution Tomorrow
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine, Paul, Schumer & Schiff Announce Senate Will Vote on Venezuela War Powers Resolution Tomorrow * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Rand Paul (R-KY), Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY), and U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) announced that the Senate will vote tomorrow morning at 11:00am on their War Powers Resolution to block the use of the U.S. Armed Forces t  more
Kaine, Schumer & Schiff Applaud Senate Advancement of Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Prevent Illegal War with Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine, Schumer & Schiff Applaud Senate Advancement of Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Prevent Illegal War with Venezuela * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY), and U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) applauded the Senate's advancement by a 52-47 vote of their bipartisan War Powers Resolution to block the use of the U.S. Armed Forces   more
Kamlager-Dove Celebrates House Passage of Three-Year Extension of Enhanced ACA Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Kamlager-Dove Celebrates House Passage of Three-Year Extension of Enhanced ACA Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. House Democrats forced this vote by collecting 218 signatures on a discharge p  more
Kaptur, DeLauro, Meng, and Pingree Applaud Passage of Appropriations Package
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, DeLauro, Meng, and Pingree Applaud Passage of Appropriations Package * Washington, DC - Today, House Appropriations Energy and Water Development Subcommittee Ranking Member Marcy Kaptur, House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro, House Appropriations Commerce, Justice, Science Subcommittee Ranking Member Grace Meng, and House Appropriations Interior and Environment Subcommittee   more
Kennedy Slams Trump and Congressional Republicans on Expiration of Enhanced ACA Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy Slams Trump and Congressional Republicans on Expiration of Enhanced ACA Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) delivered a forceful speech on the House Floor, calling attention to the expiration of the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits. In his remarks, Kennedy warned of the immediate economic harm facing millions of families in Western New  more
Kennedy, Cornyn, colleagues introduce bill to ensure consequences for illegal aliens who drive drunk
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Cornyn, colleagues introduce bill to ensure consequences for illegal aliens who drive drunk * WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and nine bipartisan colleagues in introducing the Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act, which would ensure that illegal aliens who drive drunk and kill or seriously injure someone  more
King, Murkowski Criticize Trump Administration's Greenland Posturing
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * King, Murkowski Criticize Trump Administration's Greenland Posturing * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Angus King (I-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), co-chairs of the United States Senate Arctic Caucus, released the following statements following members of the Trump Administration's recent comments on Greenland. "America is an Arctic nation, and our strength for decades in the High North has bee  more
Krishnamoorthi and Castro Introduce No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act to Block Taxpayer-Funded Occupation and Oil Company Reimbursement in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi and Castro Introduce No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act to Block Taxpayer-Funded Occupation and Oil Company Reimbursement in Venezuela * WASHINGTON Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Congressman Joaquin Castro today introduced the No Occupation of Venezuela (NOVA) Act of 2026, legislation to prohibit the use of any federal fundsmilitary or civilian, direct or indirectto occ  more
Krishnamoorthi Condemns Trump Administration's Withdrawal From Global Security and Public Health Institutions, Ceding Leadership to the Chinese Communist Party
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Krishnamoorthi Condemns Trump Administration's Withdrawal from Global Security and Public Health Institutions, Ceding Leadership to the Chinese Communist Party Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic C  more
Krishnamoorthi Warns DHS Proposal Could Aid CCP, Harm U.S. Competitiveness
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Krishnamoorthi Warns DHS Proposal Could Aid CCP, Harm U.S. Competitiveness Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party sent a l  more
Landsman Secures $1M for Cincinnati Police Cameras and Mental Health Resources
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Landsman Secures $1M for Cincinnati Police Cameras and Mental Health Resources * Cincinnati, OH - Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) announced the U.S House has passed a federal funding bill that includes $1 million for a local project to provide Cincinnati Police with new cameras and mental health resources. The Cincinnati Police Department Camera Technology and Mental Health Response Team P  more
Larson Calls for Homeland Security Secretary Noem to Resign, Will Introduce Bill Blocking ICE Activities Without State Coordination
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Calls for Homeland Security Secretary Noem to Resign, Will Introduce Bill Blocking ICE Activities Without State Coordination * Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement calling for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign following the violence in Minneapolis yesterday. "This was a direct result of authoritarianism," said Larson. "T  more
Larson Votes to Deliver Federal Funding for Local Projects, Invest in Clean Energy and Scientific Research
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Votes to Deliver Federal Funding for Local Projects, Invest in Clean Energy and Scientific Research * Washington, D.C. -Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted to fund Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment programs for fiscal year 2026. This includes $3.1 billion to invest in American-made clean energy, $7 million in increased funding for  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON PBS: "THIS OUT-OF-CONTROL ADMINISTRATION NEEDS TO BE REINED IN"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON PBS: "THIS OUT-OF-CONTROL ADMINISTRATION NEEDS TO BE REINED IN" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on PBS NewsHour, where he made clear that Republicans must join Democrats in keeping the out-of-control Trump administration accountable for its repeated abuse of power, in Venezuela and in communities like Minneapolis. AMNA NAWAZ  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON PBS: "THIS OUT-OF-CONTROL ADMINISTRATION NEEDS TO BE REINED IN"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON PBS: "THIS OUT-OF-CONTROL ADMINISTRATION NEEDS TO BE REINED IN" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on PBS NewsHour, where he made clear that Republicans must join Democrats in keeping the out-of-control Trump administration accountable for its repeated abuse of power, in Venezuela and in communities like Minneapolis. AMNA NAWAZ: First up, Representative  more
Lujan Statement on 5th Anniversary of January 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Statement on 5th Anniversary of January 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the 5 th anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol: "Today marks five years since the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, one of the darkest days in our nation's history. Having just been sworn in to the U.S. Senate, I   more
Lujan Statement on Trump Administration's Military Attack on Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Statement on Trump Administration's Military Attack on Venezuela * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the Trump Administration's military action in Venezuela: "Maduro was an oppressive, authoritarian ruler who devastated Venezuela and destabilized the greater region. Further plunging the southern hemisphere into chaos with no clear pat  more
Lujan Votes to Block Trump Administration From Plunging the U.S. Into Another Endless War
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Votes to Block Trump Administration From Plunging the U.S. Into Another Endless War * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting to advance a bipartisan War Powers Resolution that blocks the use of the U.S. Armed Forces to engage in hostilities within or against Venezuela unless authorized by Congress: "President Trump's actions in V  more
Lujan, Cantwell, Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan, Cantwell, Young, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act * Federal investment vital to ramp up U.S. quantum developmentkey to U.S. national security and global economic competitiveness Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ra  more
MATSUI, SEEC COLLEAGUES SLAM TRUMP'S DISASTROUS DECISION TO WITHDRAW FROM 66 INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING UNFCCC
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * MATSUI, SEEC COLLEAGUES SLAM TRUMP'S DISASTROUS DECISION TO WITHDRAW FROM 66 INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING UNFCCC * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07), Co-Chair of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC), and fellow Co-Chairs Reps. Mike Quigley, and Paul Tonko and Vice Chairs Reps. Don Beyer, Suzanne Bonamici, Sean Casten, Mike Levin, and  more
McGovern, Massie, Castro Reintroduce Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block Trump's Escalating Hostilities Toward Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. James McGovern, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * McGovern, Massie, Castro Reintroduce Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block Trump's Escalating Hostilities Toward Venezuela * WASHINGTON, D.C. In the aftermath of the Trump administration's military strike against Venezuela, Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA), Ranking Member of the House Rules Committee and Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission; Thomas Massie (R-KY) ; and Joa  more
Meeks Blasts Trump's Withdrawal From 66 International Organizations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Meeks Blasts Trump's Withdrawal From 66 International Organizations Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on Trump's withdrawal from 66 international organizations, including 31 United Nations entities. "President Trump's withdrawal from these vital i  more
Meeks, Amo, Garcia Demand Investigation Into Trump Despot-Whisperer Witkoff's Sketchy Business Dealings
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Meeks, Amo, Garcia Demand Investigation into Trump Despot-Whisperer Witkoff's Sketchy Business Dealings President Donald Trump's Special Envoy to the Middle East and Russia, Steve Witkoff, continues to make money off his family's corrupt crypto scheme while negotiating with some of the company's biggest investors on behalf of   more
Moulton Co-Sponsors Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block War in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Moulton Co-Sponsors Bipartisan War Powers Resolution to Block War in Venezuela * WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06), a Marine Corps veteran who served four tours in Iraq, has joined the bipartisan War Powers Resolution introduced by Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02) as an original co-sponsor. The resolution prohibits any further U.S. military action in Venezuela and reasserts Cong  more
MULLIN: "This is OUR Hemisphere, Not Russia's."
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * MULLIN: "This is OUR Hemisphere, Not Russia's." * Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) participated in the Trump administration's 23rd bipartisan briefing on Capitol Hill regarding national security operations related to Venezuela and holding Nicolas Maduro accountable for his crimes against the United States. Following the classified briefing, led by Secretary of  more
Murkowski Joins Colleagues to Bring War Powers Resolution to Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski Joins Colleagues to Bring War Powers Resolution to Senate Floor * Washington, DC U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after her vote on Senate Joint Resolution 98 : "Today, my colleagues and I voted to bring a resolution to the Senate floor requiring congressional approval for further military operations against Venezuela. This will allow the senate to begin   more
Murkowski on Greenland: "Focus on continued partnership rather than possession."
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski on Greenland: "Focus on continued partnership rather than possession." * Washington, DC U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), co-chair of the Senate Arctic Caucus, today spoke on the Senate floor in support of Greenland's autonomy and long-standing partnership with the United States. Watch Senator Murkowski's full remarks here. The rough transcript of Senator Murkowki's remarks can be fo  more
Murphy On Trump's Plan To Run Venezuela: Nobody Asked For This
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy On Trump's Plan To Run Venezuela: Nobody Asked For This * WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), ahead of a vote to block unauthorized military action in Venezuela, on Wednesday took to the floor of the U.S. Senate to expose President Trump's plans to waste billions of taxpayer dollars on nation-building in Venezuela while ignoring the American people who are facing massive   more
Murphy Statement on DOJ's Meritless Suit Against Connecticut
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy Statement on DOJ's Meritless Suit Against Connecticut * HARTFORD, CT- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) released the following statement in response to the Department of Justice's meritless lawsuit against Connecticut after the state refused to provide voters' private information to the Trump administration: "This lawsuit has nothing to do with election security - it's just anoth  more
Newhouse Votes for American Energy Dominance, Increased Hanford Funding
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Newhouse Votes for American Energy Dominance, Increased Hanford Funding * Press Release : January 8, 2026 Contact: Matt Reed, (202) 713-7750 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon House passage of H.R. 6938, the conferenced Energy and Water Development, Interior and Environment, and Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Act of 2026  more
Olszewski Supports Funding Bill Delivering At Least $8.2 Million for Second District Public Safety and Infrastructure Projects
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Johnny Olszewski, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Olszewski Supports Funding Bill Delivering At Least $8.2 Million for Second District Public Safety and Infrastructure Projects * (Washington, DC) - Maryland Congressman Johnny Olszewski today voted in support of a bipartisan $38.6 billion funding bill that includes at least $8.2 million in targeted investments for Maryland's Second District, supporting local law enforcement, crime prevention, an  more
Pallone Condemns Republicans for Failing to Address Health Affordability Crisis at Subcommittee Hearing
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Pallone Condemns Republicans for Failing to Address Health Affordability Crisis at Subcommittee Hearing Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at a Health Subcommittee hearing on ""Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Medicare Services  more
Pappas Urges Colleagues to Support ACA Tax Credit Extension
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Pappas Urges Colleagues to Support ACA Tax Credit Extension * Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) delivered the following remarks urging his House colleagues to support the extension of the ACA enhanced premium tax credits when the successfully discharged legislation comes to the floor this week. Click here to view Congressman Pappas's remarks. (link is external) "I rise today because the   more
PHOTOS: On One-year Anniversary of Palisades and Eaton Fires, Sens. Schiff, Padilla, Gov. Newsom Speak with Wildfire Survivors
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTOS: On One-year Anniversary of Palisades and Eaton Fires, Sens. Schiff, Padilla, Gov. Newsom Speak with Wildfire Survivors * Los Angeles, CA - Today on the one-year anniversary of the Palisades and Eaton fires, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) for a roundtable discussion to hear from fire survivors about their journeys to rebui  more
Protecting the Environment and Local Law Enforcement Big Winners in Larsen-backed Bills
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Protecting the Environment and Local Law Enforcement Big Winners in Larsen-backed Bills * Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting yes on a package of three Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) spending bills. The package passed the House with bipartisan support on a 397-28 vote and now heads to the Senate for consideration. "I am glad that this legislative packa  more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on FY26 Appropriations Minibus
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on FY26 Appropriations Minibus * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after the House passed a bipartisan spending package that protects America's public lands from the Trump administration's most extreme proposals and delivers $5.4 million in projects for California's   more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on FY26 Appropriations Minibus
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on FY26 Appropriations Minibus Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after the House passed a bipartisan spending package that protects America's public lands from the Trump administration's most extreme proposals and   more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on House Republicans Voting to Uphold Trump's Retaliation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on House Republicans Voting to Uphold Trump's Retaliation * Washington, D.C. ? - Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after House Republicans killed two of their own party's bills and voted to uphold President Trump's vetoes of two bipartisan bills that had passed both chambers unanimousl  more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on House Republicans Voting to Uphold Trump's Retaliation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on House Republicans Voting to Uphold Trump's Retaliation Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after House Republicans killed two of their own party's bills and voted to uphold President Trump's vetoes of two bipartis  more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on Trump's Withdrawal from International Climate Agreements
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on Trump's Withdrawal from International Climate Agreements * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after President Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum withdrawing the United States from 66 international organizations, including from the UN Framework Convention on Cli  more
Ranking Member Huffman Statement on Trump's Withdrawal From International Climate Agreements
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Huffman Statement on Trump's Withdrawal from International Climate Agreements Today, House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) released the following statement after President Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum withdrawing the United States from 66 international organizations  more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing Marking Five Years Since the Jan. 6 Attack
WASHINGTON, Jan. 6 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing Marking Five Years Since the Jan. 6 Attack Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at House Democrats' hearing marking five years since the January 6 attack on the Capitol, featuring testimony from former law enforcement, state officials, M  more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Politicization of Merger Review
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Politicization of Merger Review Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust hearing on the Trump Administration's politici  more
Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Withdraw U.S. From Key International Organizations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Withdraw U.S. from Key International Organizations Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement on the Trump Administration's decision to withdraw the United States  more
Raskin: "Today is a Step Towards Victory in the Fight to Protect Affordable Health Care"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Raskin: "Today is a Step Towards Victory in the Fight to Protect Affordable Health Care" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to avert the GOP's health care crisis: "When the calendar turned to 2026 last week, 15 million Americans saw their health care costs skyrocket after President Tr  more
Rep. Aguilar Votes to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits and Lower Health Care Costs for Millions of Americans
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Aguilar Votes to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits and Lower Health Care Costs for Millions of Americans * House Democrats have taken action and now it's up to Senate Republicans to join Democrats in sending this legislation to President Trump's desk to lower health care costs Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33) released the following statement on his vote in support of a three-year exten  more
Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on Extending Cost-Saving Affordable Care Act Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on Extending Cost-Saving Affordable Care Act Tax Credits * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement following her vote to extend the Affordable Care Act's cost-saving enhanced premium tax credits. "I'm proud that I was able to help pass a clean, three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act's enhanced premiu  more
Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement following the ICE shooting in Minneapolis. "Today, ICE shot and killed a U.S. citizen. Make no mistake, this was a preventable tragedy that was the direct result of ICE's violent and inhumane treatment of immigrants and U.S. citizens  more
Rep. Ansari Secures Over $9.8 Million for Seven Arizona Projects in Minibus Funding Package
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ansari Secures Over $9.8 Million for Seven Arizona Projects in Minibus Funding Package * WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) celebrated the successful House passage of more than $9.8 million in federal funding for seven community-focused projects across Arizona's 3rd Congressional District as part of the bipartisan, conferenced Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Wat  more
Rep. Castor, FL Dems Call on DeSantis to Follow the Law, Cover Kids' Health and Lower Costs for Families
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Castor, FL Dems Call on DeSantis to Follow the Law, Cover Kids' Health and Lower Costs for Families * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) led Florida Democrats in calling on Gov. Ron DeSantis and the State of Florida to provide health coverage to at least 43,000 children who rely on the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) - known as Florida KidCare - as the law requires. For  more
Rep. Chu Votes Yes on Spending Package that Delivers over $6 Million to CA-28 for Fire Recovery, Public Safety
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Chu Votes Yes on Spending Package that Delivers over $6 Million to CA-28 for Fire Recovery, Public Safety * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 397-28 to pass H.R. 6938, the FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy and Water, and Interior-Environment appropriations minibus, a three-bill funding package that invests in science, public safety, energy and water infrastruct  more
Rep. Cisneros, Sen. Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce the PROTECT Military Families Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Gilbert Ray Cisneros, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cisneros, Sen. Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce the PROTECT Military Families Act * Washington, DC - Today, Reps. Gil Cisneros (CA-31) and Salud Carbajal (CA-24) in the House and Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) in the Senate introduced the PROTECT Military Families Act, a bicameral bill that aims to protect military families from deportation and forced separation detrimental to military  more
Rep. Crank Votes to Move Forward CJS Appropriations Bill; Secures Funding for CO-05 Projects
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crank Votes to Move Forward CJS Appropriations Bill; Secures Funding for CO-05 Projects * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05) voted in favor of H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026. These projects include funding to: 1. Purchase of a new rescue vehicle for the El Paso County Sher  more
Rep. Dina Titus Applauds Passage of FY2026 Appropriations Package
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Dina Titus Applauds Passage of FY2026 Appropriations Package * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus of Nevada's First Congressional District, a senior member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, announced securing $4.8 million for community project funding on behalf of Southern Nevada. All five of Congresswoman Titus's Community Funding Project requests receive  more
Rep. Gill Exposes Somali Fraud Scandal in Oversight Committee
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gill Exposes Somali Fraud Scandal in Oversight Committee * Washington, DC Congressman Brandon Gill exposed widespread Somali fraud facilitated by Minnesota's Democrat Governor Tim Walz in today's hearing (link is external) in the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. From autism centers to daycares to welfare programs, the hearing highlighted the extent of the scandal of Somali organ  more
Rep. Gomez Votes to Pass Legislation Lowering Health Care by Extending ACA Premium Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gomez Votes to Pass Legislation Lowering Health Care by Extending ACA Premium Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) voted to pass legislation extending enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits for three years, helping protect millions of Americans from sharp health insurance premium increases. The bill passed after House Democrats forced a vote through  more
Rep. Juan Vargas Votes No on Appropriations Legislation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Juan Vargas, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Juan Vargas Votes No on Appropriations Legislation * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Juan Vargas (D-CA-52) voted no on the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act. "Right now, we have an out-of-control President who believes he can act with total impunity. He has demonstrated that he is willing to carr  more
Rep. Mann Invests in American Energy Dominance, National Security
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mann Invests in American Energy Dominance, National Security * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) voted to advance H.R. 6938 (link is external), the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026. The three-bill package appropriates funding for their respective agencies while enacting House Republicans'  more
Rep. Mike Levin to Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Being Used by Oil Companies in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mike Levin to Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Being Used by Oil Companies in Venezuela * January 07, 2026 New Bicameral Legislation Will Prevent Government from Propping Up Big Oil Profits in Venezuela Washington, D.C. Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced that he plans to introduce new legislation in the coming weeks that would prevent American taxpayer dollars from   more
Rep. Mike Levin, Sen. Jeff Merkley to Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Being Used by Oil Companies in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mike Levin, Sen. Jeff Merkley to Introduce New Bill to Prevent Taxpayer Dollars from Being Used by Oil Companies in Venezuela * Washington, D.C. Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) announced that he plans to introduce new legislation in the coming weeks that would prevent American taxpayer dollars from being used to rebuild Venezuela's oil infrastructure for the benefit of Big Oil companies. Oregon Se  more
Rep. Mullin Calls for Impeachment of DHS Secretary Noem
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mullin Calls for Impeachment of DHS Secretary Noem * Rep. Kevin Mullin issued the following statement: "ICE's killing of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis mother of three, is nothing short of an avoidable tragedy that was caused by the Trump Administration's intentionally inhumane and chaotic deployments to American cities. This is not the first time Secretary Kristi Noem and ICE  more
Rep. Mullin Calls ICE's Killing of Minnesota Woman Horrific
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mullin Calls ICE's Killing of Minnesota Woman Horrific * Rep. Kevin Mullin responds to initial reports of ICE killing a Minnesota woman: "This is a horrific example of how the Trump Administration's inhumane, chaotic, and unnecessarily cruel immigration tactics are making communities less safe. The killing of this young woman, and any aggressive or violent acts at the hands of ICE, must b  more
Rep. Peters Helps Pass Funding Package to Invest in Energy, Science, Public Safety, and San Diego Priorities
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Scott Peters, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Peters Helps Pass Funding Package to Invest in Energy, Science, Public Safety, and San Diego Priorities * Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) issued the following statement after the House passed a package of three funding bills for Fiscal Year 2026The Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026. Inc  more
Rep. Peters Votes to Restore Tax Relief to Address Rising Health Care Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Scott Peters, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Peters Votes to Restore Tax Relief to Address Rising Health Care Costs * Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) issued the following statement after voting to pass legislation that extends the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years (H.R. 1834). This follows a petition to force a vote on the extension that received enough signatures from House Dem  more
Rep. Sewell and New Democrat Doctors Urge Republicans to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sewell and New Democrat Doctors Urge Republicans to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Health Care Costs * Washington D.C. Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition Health Care Working Group, along with New Dem Doctors Reps. Kim Schrier (WA-08), Ami Bera (CA-06), Raul Ruiz (CA-25), Kelly Morrison (MN-03), and Herb Conaway (NJ-03), released a joint statement urging th  more
Rep. Sewell Celebrates House Passage of ACA Tax Credit Extension After Democrats Force Vote
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sewell Celebrates House Passage of ACA Tax Credit Extension After Democrats Force Vote * Washington D.C. Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) celebrated House passage of legislation to extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits for three years after House Democrats successfully forced a vote via a discharge petition. The measure passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 23  more
Rep. Simpson Secures INL Priorities in Energy and Water Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Mike Simpson, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Simpson Secures INL Priorities in Energy and Water Appropriations Bill * WASHINGTON Today, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026. Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson supported this advancement and secured critical funding for the Idaho National Laboratory (INL). Thi  more
Rep. Subramanyam's Statement on ICE Following Minneapolis Shooting
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Subramanyam's Statement on ICE Following Minneapolis Shooting * "Yesterday, ICE killed an American citizen in what appears to be an unjustified shooting. I have serious concerns about the deployment of ICE in our communities and what their exact orders are. We were told they would only be arresting criminals and the worst of the worst. From what we have seen, they are arresting American ci  more
Rep. Summer Lee Applauds House Passage of Extension to ACA Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Summer Lee Applauds House Passage of Extension to ACA Tax Credits * WASHINGTON, D.C. JANUARY 8, 2026 Today, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12) applauded the House passage of H.R. 1834, legislation that would extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for three years and ensure millions of Americans can maintain their health insurance. The bill, which was forced by House Democrats using a dis  more
Rep. Titus Votes to Bring Down Health Care Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Titus Votes to Bring Down Health Care Costs * Rep. Dina Titus (NV-01) released the following statement after voting to pass Leader Jeffries's discharge petition and extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years: "I was there when the lifesaving Affordable Care Act was passed. I was there when Senator John McCain gave his iconic thumbs down to killing the program. Now I am witnessin  more
Rep. Troy E. Nehls and Senator Roger Marshall Introduce Public Charge Clarification Act of 2025
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Troy E. Nehls and Senator Roger Marshall Introduce Public Charge Clarification Act of 2025 * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced the bicameral Public Charge Clarification Act of 2025, which restores the "public charge" ground of inadmissibility in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) by codifying the core elements of a Propose  more
Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro * January 08, 2026 Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) addressed the Trump Administration's kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and plans to "run" the sovereign nation in the aftermath: The actions of the Trump Administration in Venezuela this week are a danger to American i  more
Reschenthaler Secures Nearly $200 Million in Community Project Funding for Southwestern Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Reschenthaler Secures Nearly $200 Million in Community Project Funding for Southwestern Pennsylvania * WASHINGTON, D.C. Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 2026) Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Bill to the Senate. The legislation contains $199 million, requested by Reschent  more
Schakowsky, Whitehouse, Slotkin Introduce Public Health Insurance Option for Affordable Care Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Schakowsky, Whitehouse, Slotkin Introduce Public Health Insurance Option for Affordable Care Act * Legislation would provide 27 million Americans with a high-quality, affordable public option by cutting out insurance middlemen WASHINGTON - As the Republican attack on our health care system continues, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) and U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Eliss  more
Schatz: Trump Is Knowingly Dragging Us Into Another Conflict
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Schatz: Trump Is Knowingly Dragging Us Into Another Conflict * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today spoke on the Senate floor against President Trump's illegal incursion into Venezuela. "The parallels to Iraq are alarmingly obvious," sa  more
Scott Statement on FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy and Water, and Interior Minibus Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Statement on FY26 Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy and Water, and Interior Minibus Appropriations Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 6938 (link is external), the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy and Water, and Interior Minibus Appropriations Act: "This bipartisan Minibus Appropr  more
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Resolution Honoring New Day of Freedom for Venezuela After Trump Admin's Successful Operation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Introduces Resolution Honoring New Day of Freedom for Venezuela After Trump Admin's Successful Operation * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Rick Scott introduced a resolution commending the United States military for its recent action in Venezuela with the arrest of indicted narco-terrorist dictator Nicolas Maduro. The resolution praises the operation's precision and the Trump administ  more
Senate Democrats Launch Investigation Into Trump Administration's Dealings With Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Senate Democrats Launch Investigation into Trump Administration's Dealings with Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela Senators--including the Ranking Members of the Environment and Public Works, Finance, and Banking Committees--are seeking answers from fossil fuel companies regarding their k  more
Senate Democrats Launch Investigation into Trump Administration's Dealings with Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Democrats Launch Investigation into Trump Administration's Dealings with Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee joined Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Ranking Member of th  more
Senate Democrats Launch Investigation Into Trump Administration's Dealings With Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Senate Democrats Launch Investigation into Trump Administration's Dealings with Big Oil Surrounding U.S. Military Action in Venezuela Senators--including the Ranking Members of the Environment and Public Works, Finance, and Banking Committees--are seeking answers from fossil fuel companies regarding th  more
Senator Kim Calls out Trump for Having No Plan in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Kim Calls out Trump for Having No Plan in Venezuela * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Kim delivered remarks on the Senate Floor to condemn the Trump administration for ordering military operations in Venezuela based on their hubris, and without any strategy or plan for what follows. "This Administration does not have a sound foreign policy - it has one that is rooted in bluster, built on e  more
Senator Markey Demands Energy Secretary Wright Provide Legal Basis for Trump Administration Plans to Seize, Sell, and Pocket Profits from Venezuelan Oil
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Markey Demands Energy Secretary Wright Provide Legal Basis for Trump Administration Plans to Seize, Sell, and Pocket Profits from Venezuelan Oil * Letter Text (PDF) Washington (January 8, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Environment and Public Works Committee and the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today wrote to Secretary of Energy Chris   more
Senator Markey Welcomes Senate Vote Opposing Trump's Illegal War for Oil in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Markey Welcomes Senate Vote Opposing Trump's Illegal War for Oil in Venezuela * Washington (January 8, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement after voting with the majority to prevent the Trump administration from further military action against Venezuela without congressional approval. "President Trump's unconstitutional military actions again  more
Senator Schmitt Calls for the Impeachment, Senate Trial of Judge Boasberg During Judiciary Hearing
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Schmitt Calls for the Impeachment, Senate Trial of Judge Boasberg During Judiciary Hearing * 'Once the House Impeaches, We Should Hold the Trial and Hold Judge Boasberg Accountable' WASHINGTON Today, during a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts oversight hearing, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) once again called for the House of Representatives to impeach Judge Boasberg and la  more
Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Praise White House Announcement of Western District of Texas Judicial Nominations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Praise White House Announcement of Western District of Texas Judicial Nominations * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) released the following statements after President Trump announced his intention to nominate Christopher Wolfe to be the District Judge for the Western District of Texas, Waco Division, and Andrew Davis to be the District Judge for   more
Speaker Johnson: There is Only One Party Capable of Restoring American Greatness, and It's the Republicans
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson: There is Only One Party Capable of Restoring American Greatness, and It's the Republicans * WASHINGTON This morning, at the first weekly House Republican Leadership press conference of 2026, Speaker Johnson discussed yesterday's House Republican kickoff policy summit, Congressional Democrats in disarray over the ousting of Nicolas Maduro, and the constitutionality o  more
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS ON PASSAGE OF THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION * Today's victory proves a simple truth: when Democrats stay unified, listen to the people, and remain focused on results, we win. A people united will never be defeated. Democrats are on a roll, and this vote shows exactly why. We are fighting for ordinary, everyday Americansnot billionaires and t  more
Statement from Rep. Omar and Congressional Tri-Caucus on Minneapolis Shooting by ICE Agents
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Rep. Omar and Congressional Tri-Caucus on Minneapolis Shooting by ICE Agents * The Chairs of the Congressional Tri-CaucusCongressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), and Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Rep. Yvette Clarke (NY-09)along with Congressional Progressive Cauc  more
Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on Vote to Extend the Affordable Care Act Tax Credits for Three Years
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. John Mannion, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on Vote to Extend the Affordable Care Act Tax Credits for Three Years * SYRACUSE, N.Y. - Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement on his vote to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for three years: "The House of Representatives sent a strong bipartisan message that despite the best efforts of Donald Trump and  more
Strong Delivers for North Alabama as Vice Chairman of Appropriations Commerce, Justice, and Science Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Dale W. Strong, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Strong Delivers for North Alabama as Vice Chairman of Appropriations Commerce, Justice, and Science Subcommittee * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Dale Strong, a member of the Appropriations Committee and Vice Chairman of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Subcommittee, applauds the House passage of three annual Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 funding bills. H.R. 6938 includes three full-year Fisca  more
Subcommittee Ranking Member Nadler's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Politicization of Merger Review
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, ranking member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust, issued the following news release on Jan. 7, 2026: * * * Subcommittee Ranking Member Nadler's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Politicization of Merger Review Today, Rep. Jerrold Nadler, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, delivered opening remark  more
The Leader's Floor Lookout: Thursday, January 8, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Thursday, January 8, 2026 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Restoring Regular Order Through America First Appropriations Package House Republicans are on a mission to responsibly fund the federal government as we fight to get America's financial house in order and return to regular order. To continue making progress in funding th  more
This Week from Senator Kim: Trump's Extortion Foreign Policy Takes his Mob Boss Politics Global
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Andy Kim, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * This Week from Senator Kim: Trump's Extortion Foreign Policy Takes his Mob Boss Politics Global * WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Senator Kim defined the Trump administration's actions in Venezuela for what they are: extortion foreign policy driven by Trump's personal interests instead of the needs or wishes of the American people. The Senator continued to outline the reality and concerns of the adminis  more
Thune Joins America's Newsroom on Fox News
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Thune Joins America's Newsroom on Fox News * Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined America's Newsroom on Fox News. On Venezuela oil sales: "It's the Chinese and the Russians... who are stealing Venezuelan oil. What the president is attempting to do is to get this country to where... it benefits from Venezuelan  more
Thune: Republicans' Focus on Appropriations Delivers Results
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Senate Minority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Thune: Republicans' Focus on Appropriations Delivers Results * Click here to watch the video. WASHINGTON U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune's remarks below (as delivered): "Mr. President, at the start of this week I said that the Senate would be focusing on government funding this month. "We hav  more
Trump Administration Transmits Biden's Mining Ban to Congress, Paving Way for Overturn
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Transmits Biden's Mining Ban to Congress, Paving Way for Overturn * WASHINGTON D.C. Today, Congressman Pete Stauber issued the following statement regarding the Trump Administration's transmittal of Public Land Order (PLO) 7917 to Congress: "I commend the Trump Administration for correcting the Biden Administration's failure to properly notify Congress of this mineral withdra  more
U.S. House Passes Federal Funding Authored by Congressman Hal Rogers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Harold Rogers, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. House Passes Federal Funding Authored by Congressman Hal Rogers * WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. House of Representatives is on track to pass all 12 federal funding bills for fiscal year 2026 before the January 30 th deadline, surpassing the halfway mark on Thursday with a package of three more bills. The bipartisan Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environm  more
U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum: ICE Needs to Suspend all Actions in Minnesota Immediately
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum: ICE Needs to Suspend all Actions in Minnesota Immediately * WASHINGTON, D.C. Congresswoman Betty McCollum (D, MN-04), Dean of the Minnesota Congressional Delegation, issued the following statement on Thursday morning: "ICE must suspend all actions in Minnesota immediately. "The actions of ICE and DHS officers are totally unacceptable. The outrageous and unprofessiona  more
U.S. Rep. McCollum: "I will always fight to protect our pristine Boundary Waters"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. McCollum: "I will always fight to protect our pristine Boundary Waters" * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber (R, MN-08) announced that he is working with President Trump on a questionable scheme to use the Congressional Review Act to overturn the current federal ban on toxic sulfide ore mining within the headwaters of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) Wilderness. In resp  more
U.S. Senate Advances Bipartisan Bill to Limit Trump's War Powers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senate Advances Bipartisan Bill to Limit Trump's War Powers * WASHINGTON, DC - To reassert Congress's Article I powers to declare war and prevent President Trump from engaging in further unauthorized military action in Venezuela, the U.S. Senate voted 52-47 today to advance a bipartisan war powers resolution. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Comm  more
Van Hollen Statement on Rep. Hoyer Retirement Announcement
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen Statement on Rep. Hoyer Retirement Announcement * Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement on Rep. Steny Hoyer's announcement that he will retire from Congress: "Listening to Steny Hoyer's remarks on the floor of the House this morning was a reminder of how much we will miss his voice in Congress after he retires. Steny has been both a leader of   more
VIDEO: Senate Republicans Block Rosen Attempt to Bring Down Grocery Prices
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Senate Republicans Block Rosen Attempt to Bring Down Grocery Prices * Watch the full speech HERE. WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senate Republicans blocked Senator Jacky Rosen's (D-NV) attempt to pass her bill to bring down grocery costs for hardworking Americans. Senator Rosen's No Tariffs on Groceries Act would exempt food and agricultural products from Trump's cost-raising tariffs. Since comi  more
Walkinshaw Statement on Today's House Vote to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Costs
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Walkinshaw Statement on Today's House Vote to Restore ACA Tax Credits, Lower Costs Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) released the following statement ahead of today's House vote to extend the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits for three years. "Since being sworn in to Congress a few months ago, I've been fighting to save the Affordable Care Act premium tax cred  more
Warren Calls for Hearings on National Security, Economic Policy Implications of President Trump's Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Warren Calls for Hearings on National Security, Economic Policy Implications of President Trump's Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela Warren raises questions about Trump's proposal to provide massive taxpayer subsidies to oil companies, the status and impact of extensive U.S. sanctions that remain in place, corr  more
WATCH: Baldwin Delivers Remarks on Unauthorized Military Conflict in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Baldwin Delivers Remarks on Unauthorized Military Conflict in Venezuela * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) delivered remarks on the floor of the U.S. Senate condemning President Donald Trump's ongoing unauthorized military conflict in Venezuela. Following months of bombing in the Caribbean and Pacific, the unauthorized military attack on Venezuela, and the arrest   more
WATCH: In Fiery Exchange, Pressley Blasts Trump, Republicans' Hypocrisy on 'Fraud' in Hearing on Minnesota
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * WATCH: In Fiery Exchange, Pressley Blasts Trump, Republicans' Hypocrisy on 'Fraud' in Hearing on Minnesota * Pressley Calls Out Trump's Pardons of Convicted Fraudsters and His Own Record of Financial Misconduct "If Republicans on this committee were serious about accountability and condemning fraud, they would start with the convicted fraudster in the White House." Video (YouTube) WASHINGTON -  more
WATCH: Pressley Applauds House Passage of ACA Subsidies Extension
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * WATCH: Pressley Applauds House Passage of ACA Subsidies Extension * Earlier Today on House Floor, Pressley Implored Republicans to Save Healthcare, Invoking Story of Boston Family Video (YouTube) WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) issued the following statement after Democrats forced House passage of legislation to extend life-saving Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies and  more
WATCH: Senate Advances Sens. Kaine, Paul, Schiff, and Schumer's War Powers Resolution to Block Future Military Action in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Senate Advances Sens. Kaine, Paul, Schiff, and Schumer's War Powers Resolution to Block Future Military Action in Venezuela * Washington, D.C. Today, the Senate advanced U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), and Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer's (D-N.Y.) resolution to prevent the President from using military force against Venezuela without aut  more
WATCH: Senator Gallego Speaks on Senate Floor about Trump's Dangerous, Short-Sighted Attack in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Senator Gallego Speaks on Senate Floor about Trump's Dangerous, Short-Sighted Attack in Venezuela * Gallego: "Whatever you call this moment we are in right now, whatever spin Marco Rubio puts on it, at the end of the day, when people are shooting, that is war." WASHINGTON - Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), an Iraq war combat veteran, spoke on the Senate floor today to call out Trump's dangerou  more
Welch Slams Republicans for Politicized Judicial Impeachment Hearing: "This is really a carryover of what happened on January 6"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Welch Slams Republicans for Politicized Judicial Impeachment Hearing: "This is really a carryover of what happened on January 6" * WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights, this week slammed Republicans for holding a subcommittee hearing designed to attack district judges and politic  more
Welch Slams Trump's Illegal Military Actions in Venezuela: "There's absolutely nothing in it for everyday Americans."
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Welch Slams Trump's Illegal Military Actions in Venezuela: "There's absolutely nothing in it for everyday Americans." * Welch: "It might be Trump First, or it might be Chevron First. But it's not America First." WASHINGTON, D.C. - In remarks from the Senate floor this week, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, outlined how Preside  more
Welch Supports Bipartisan Resolution Rebuking Trump's Illegal Use of U.S. Military
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Welch Supports Bipartisan Resolution Rebuking Trump's Illegal Use of U.S. Military * Members of both parties delivered a powerful condemnation of the President's unauthorized military actions in Venezuela WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, released the following statement after the Senate's bipartisan vote to   more
Whitehouse Statement on Trump's Withdrawal From UNFCCC
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Whitehouse Statement on Trump's Withdrawal from UNFCCC Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following statement after the Trump Administration announced it is leaving the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), unilaterall  more
Whitehouse: Trump Administration's Vindictive Attacks on Clean Energy Have Halted Permitting Reform Negotiations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Whitehouse: Trump Administration's Vindictive Attacks on Clean Energy Have Halted Permitting Reform Negotiations U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), slammed the Trump Administration on the Senate Floor for its vindictive attacks on clean ener  more
Wyden and Merkley Introduce Bills to Ban Taxpayer Payouts for January 6 Insurrectionists
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden and Merkley Introduce Bills to Ban Taxpayer Payouts for January 6 Insurrectionists * Roughly 400 January 6 rioters pardoned or granted clemency by Trump are seeking up to $10 million in taxpayer dollars Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley (both D-Ore.) said today they have introduced a pair of bills that would prevent January 6 rioters from receiving taxpayer-funded payout  more
Wyden Statement on Trump Scheme to Pay Taxpayer-Funded Bribes to Greenland Residents
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2026: * * * Wyden Statement on Trump Scheme to Pay Taxpayer-Funded Bribes to Greenland Residents Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden, D-Ore., today issued the following statement on a report that the Trump administration is considering wasting billions of taxpayer dollars issuing payments of up to $100,000 to every resident of Greenland to   more
Young Statement on War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young Statement on War Powers Resolution * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) released the following statement regarding today's Senate vote on the Venezuela War Powers Resolution: "I support President Trump's decision to bring Nicolas Maduro to justice for his many crimes, and I am grateful that, after years of oppression, the Venezuelan people now have a new hope. I also commend the brav  more
Young, Cantwell Introduce National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young, Cantwell Introduce National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) introduced the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act to help maintain American leadership and competitiveness in the global technology race. The legislation would authorize five years of support for quantum research and development (R&D  more
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