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Tipoffs: President Trump & Congress Newsletter for Saturday February 21, 2026 ( 221 items )  
ALSOBROOKS STATEMENT ON SCOTUS DECISION STRIKING DOWN TRUMP'S TARIFFS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Maryland, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * ALSOBROOKS STATEMENT ON SCOTUS DECISION STRIKING DOWN TRUMP'S TARIFFS Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to strike down tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. "This Administration's illegal and disastrous tariffs have hurt Marylanders - the families who have st  more
Arrington Responds to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington Responds to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled on the Trump Administration's tariff authority: " I commend President Trump for his urgency and vigilance in establishing a level playing field for our farmers, manufacturers, and workers whil  more
Assistant Secretary of State for South & Central Asian Affairs Kapur Testifies Before House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia released the following testimony by Paul Kapur, assistant secretary of State in the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, from a Feb. 11, 2026, hearing entitled "South Asia: U.S. Foreign Policy in the Region": * * * Chairman Huizenga, Ranking Member Kamlager-Dove, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for inviting me to appear today to discuss the Trump Administration's approach to Sout  more
Baldwin Releases Statement on SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump's Sweeping Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Baldwin Releases Statement on SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump's Sweeping Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after the Supreme Court issued a ruling blocking President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs: "For nearly a year, Americans have felt the pain of Donald Trump's reckless trade war - families paying more at the checkout co  more
Barr Backs Trump Reinstating Tariffs, Calls for Protecting America First Trade Policies following SCOTUS Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Andy Barr, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release: * * * Barr Backs Trump Reinstating Tariffs, Calls for Protecting America First Trade Policies following SCOTUS Decision * Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced he will reinstate the America First trade agenda following today's disgraceful Supreme Court decision: "I fully support President Trump's decision to re  more
Bennet, Colleagues Call on Secretary Burgum to Halt Creation of Unified Wildfire Agency
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet, Colleagues Call on Secretary Burgum to Halt Creation of Unified Wildfire Agency * Denver -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Conservation, Climate, Forestry, and Natural Resources, joined U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Amy Klobuchar   more
Beyer Statement On Aviation Safety Legislation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Beyer Statement On Aviation Safety Legislation * Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who represents a Northern Virginia district that includes National Airport (DCA), issued the following statement today on federal aviation safety reform legislation, including the upcoming House vote on the ROTOR Act (S.2503) and the draft text released yesterday by the House Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure   more
Biggs Defends Nurse Practitioners and Rural Health in Letter to Department of Education
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Sheri Biggs, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Biggs Defends Nurse Practitioners and Rural Health in Letter to Department of Education * Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Sheri Biggs (SC-03), who brings over three decades of experience in health care, is urging the Department of Education to fix a proposed rule that could make it harder for future nurse practitioners to afford their education. In a letter to Secretary Linda McMahon, Biggs c  more
Blackburn Presses Apple on Suppression of News Articles from Conservative Publications
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Blackburn Presses Apple on Suppression of News Articles from Conservative Publications * NASHVILLE, Tenn. - U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sent a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook, pressing him on reporting that Apple News has systematically suppressed news articles from right-leaning publications while amplifying articles from left-leaning publications. In the letter, Senator Blackburn re  more
Blumenthal Statement on Pause of Trump Administration Rule to Slash Disability Ratings for Thousands of Veterans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Statement on Pause of Trump Administration Rule to Slash Disability Ratings for Thousands of Veterans * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Ranking Member Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) today released a statement following the Trump Administration's decision to halt its new interim final rule at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that would immediately change  more
Blumenthal Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the following statement today after the Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump does not have the unilateral authority to issue sweeping tax hikes on consumer and household necessities in the form of tariffs without Congressional approval  more
Booker Condemns Trump's EO Protecting Toxic Pesticide Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Booker Condemns Trump's EO Protecting Toxic Pesticide Manufacturers * WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, issued the following statement condemning Trump's executive order that directs federal agencies to boost the production of herbicide glyphosate, a chemical known to cause cancer: "This executive or  more
Boyle Statement on December 2025 PCE Inflation Data
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Boyle Statement on December 2025 PCE Inflation Data Today, Pennsylvania Congressman Brendan F. Boyle, Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported an annual personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index of 2.9 percent for December 2025: "Do  more
Boyle Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Tariff Taxes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Boyle Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Tariff Taxes Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's tariff actions: "This ruling is a victory for every American family paying higher prices because of Trump's t  more
Bynum and Horsford Introduce RELIEF Act Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling to Support Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Bynum and Horsford Introduce RELIEF Act Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling to Support Small Businesses * Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) and Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) responded to the Supreme Court's decision holding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose broad-based tariffs. While the Court addressed the lega  more
Cantwell Joins State & King County Leaders to Warn of Proposed Barriers to Voting
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Cantwell Joins State & King County Leaders to Warn of Proposed Barriers to Voting * NEW DATA: Cantwell snapshot report shows House-passed SAVE America Act could disenfranchise millions of Washingtonians - especially residents in rural areas & women who took their spouses' names; Cantwell announces WA Sec of State Steve Hobbs will be her guest at Trump's State of the Union Address next Tuesday;   more
Cantwell Statement on Supreme Court's Ruling That Trump's Tariffs Are Illegal
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Cantwell Statement on Supreme Court's Ruling That Trump's Tariffs Are Illegal * U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, released a video statement regarding today's Supreme Court decision in the consolidated cases of Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump and Trump v. V.O.S.  more
Capito Commends Trump EPA's Repeal of Biden Era Attacks on Coal
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Commends Trump EPA's Repeal of Biden Era Attacks on Coal * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, applauded the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) repeal of the Biden-era Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) rule, which placed unreasonable standards on America's coal- and  more
Capito Commends Trump EPA's Repeal of Biden Era Attacks on Coal
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, chairwoman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Capito Commends Trump EPA's Repeal of Biden Era Attacks on Coal Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, applauded the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) repeal of the Biden-era Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) rule  more
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Nonresident Scholar Testifies Before House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa released the following written testimony by Christian-Geraud Neema B., a nonresident scholar with the Africa Program at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, from a Feb. 10, 2026, hearing entitled "Advancing Peace in DRC and Rwanda Through President Trump's Washington Accords - Part II." DRC is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. * * * Chairman, Ranking Member, and Members of the Subcommittee, Thank you for the op  more
Carter statement on SCOTUS tariff ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Earl L. Carter, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Carter statement on SCOTUS tariff ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. \- Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today released the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled against the President's legal authority to enact global tariffs: "The Supreme Court just undercut the President's ability to defend American workers. President Donald Trump was elected to fight unfair  more
Cassidy Helps Deliver Tax Relief for Louisianans Hit by Winter Storm
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Helps Deliver Tax Relief for Louisianans Hit by Winter Storm * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) applauded the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for extending the tax filing deadlines for Louisianans effected by Winter Storm Fern. This announcement comes after Cassidy urged the IRS to do so. These taxpayers now have until March 31, 2026, to file various federal individual an  more
Castro Statement on SCOTUS Decision Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Statement on SCOTUS Decision Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * February 20, 2026 San Antonio, TX - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement: "Today's Supreme Court ruling is an affirmation that the president is not above the law. Congress has constitutional authority over tariffs, and I am glad to see the highest court uphold this. San Antonians and familie  more
Chairman Arrington Responds to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Chairman Arrington Responds to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled on the Trump Administration's tariff authority: "I commend President Trump for his urgency and vigilance in establishing a level playing field for o  more
Chairman Cassidy Investigates Biden Health Officials Allegedly Colluding With Radical Groups Promoting Gender Mutilation of Children
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Chairman Cassidy Investigates Biden Health Officials Allegedly Colluding with Radical Groups Promoting Gender Mutilation of Children U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, is investigating former Assistant Secretary for Health Levine and o  more
Chairman Smith Slams SCOTUS Decision on IEEPA
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Chairman Smith Slams SCOTUS Decision on IEEPA Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States overturned tariffs that President Donald Trump has imposed on the basis of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Chairman Smith said, "In ju  more
Chairman Thompson Statement on SCOTUS Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Chairman Thompson Statement on SCOTUS Tariff Ruling House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) issued the following statement today in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's use of tariffs: "American farmers and ranchers produce the safest, most affordable, and most abundant food supply  more
Chairmen Guthrie, Joyce, and Palmer Investigate Failure of DC Water to Address Potomac Sewage Spill
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Chairmen Guthrie, Joyce, and Palmer Investigate Failure of DC Water to Address Potomac Sewage Spill Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, and Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06),  more
Congressman Al Green Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Blocking President Donald Trump from Imposing Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Al Green Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Blocking President Donald Trump from Imposing Tariffs * (Houston, TX) -On Friday, February 20, 2026, Congressman Al Green released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's attempt to impose tariffs. Congressman Al Green stated, "The Constitution is the foundation of our democracy, and the recent d  more
Congressman Cleo Fields' Statement on Supreme Court Ruling to Strike Down President Trump's Emergency Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Cleo Fields, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cleo Fields' Statement on Supreme Court Ruling to Strike Down President Trump's Emergency Tariffs * BATON ROUGE, L.A. - Today, Congressman Cleo Fields issued the following statement following the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, holding that President Trump's expansive tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were unla  more
Congressman Flood on Supreme Court's Tariffs Decision: We Must Respect the Rule of Law and Continue Building a Resilient Economy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Flood on Supreme Court's Tariffs Decision: We Must Respect the Rule of Law and Continue Building a Resilient Economy * LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on U.S. President Donald Trump's use of tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. "While we all pause to understand the full implicat  more
Congressman Glenn Ivey's Statement on the Deadly Minneapolis Shooting by ICE Agent
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Glenn Ivey's Statement on the Deadly Minneapolis Shooting by ICE Agent * Washington, DC - "The news out of Minneapolis today is heartbreaking. A woman is dead after being shot by an ICE officer during a federal enforcement operation, and behind every headline is a person: a life cut short, a family now living a nightmare, and a community left searching for answers. My prayers are with h  more
Congressman Kennedy's Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Kennedy's Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs * Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement following today's Supreme Court decision to strike down the Trump administration's tariffs: "Today's Supreme Court decision is a victory for all Americans being crushed by the rising costs of Donald Trump's reckless tariffs. His t  more
Congressman Mfume Will Boycott Trump's State of the Union for the 2nd Year in a Row
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Kweisi Mfume, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Mfume Will Boycott Trump's State of the Union for the 2nd Year in a Row * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) issued the following statement regarding the upcoming State of the Union Address: "Donald Trump has hurt hard working American citizens and diminished our respect on the world stage," said Congressman Kweisi Mfume. "So many families that I represent are struggl  more
Congressman Morgan McGarvey on EPA Rolling Back Pollution Restrictions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Morgan McGarvey, D-Kentucky, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Morgan McGarvey on EPA Rolling Back Pollution Restrictions * Louisville, Kentucky (February 20, 2026) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement after Trump's EPA announced it would roll back pollution restrictions on coal-burning power plants: "The Trump administration is bragging about polluting our air and water with more mercury and toxins, while the   more
Congressman Moulton and Congressman McGovern Visit Greater Lynn Senior Services, Sound Alarm On Trump's Cuts To SNAP & Local Food Programs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Moulton and Congressman McGovern Visit Greater Lynn Senior Services, Sound Alarm On Trump's Cuts To SNAP & Local Food Programs * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) and Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02) visited Greater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS) in Lynn to speak with those involved directly in the fight against hunger. The visit was the latest stop in Congress  more
Congressman Norman Responds to Supreme Court Decision Regarding President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Ralph Norman, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Norman Responds to Supreme Court Decision Regarding President Trump's Tariffs * WASHINGTON -Today, Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court declined to uphold President Trump's tariff authority. "Today's ruling is disappointing when America has been treated unfairly in global trade for far too long," said Congressman   more
Congressman Riley M. Moore Responds to the Supreme Court's Decision on President Trump's Tariffs, Calls for Passage of Reciprocal Trade Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Riley M. Moore, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Riley M. Moore Responds to the Supreme Court's Decision on President Trump's Tariffs, Calls for Passage of Reciprocal Trade Act * Washington, D.C. - Following the Supreme Court of the United States' decision to strike down tariffs imposed by President Donald J. Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, Congressman Riley M. Moore released the following statement  more
Congressman Robert Garcia Statement Following Supreme Court Decision Striking Down President Trump's Destructive Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Robert Garcia Statement Following Supreme Court Decision Striking Down President Trump's Destructive Tariffs * LONG BEACH, CA - Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's global tariffs, which raised costs for small businesses, consumers, and families. "Donald Trump has caused chaos globally with h  more
Congressman Taylor Announces Clermont County Sheriff Chris Stratton as Guest to the State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Dave Taylor, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Taylor Announces Clermont County Sheriff Chris Stratton as Guest to the State of the Union Address * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) announced that Clermont County Sheriff Chris Stratton will join him as his guest at President Trump's State of the Union Address. The address will occur on Tuesday, February 24th, at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time."Few things are more important than   more
CONGRESSWOMAN CLARKE LAUNCHES LISTENING SESSION TOUR WITH COMMUNITY BOARDS 8 & 9 IN CENTRAL BROOKLYN
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Yvette Clarke, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSWOMAN CLARKE LAUNCHES LISTENING SESSION TOUR WITH COMMUNITY BOARDS 8 & 9 IN CENTRAL BROOKLYN * Rep. Clarke launched her Central and Southwest Brooklyn listening session tour at the Central Library, where she addressed the devastating impacts of the Trump administration's unconstitutional policies and failed leadership See pictures from the Listening Session Here BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Congre  more
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Welcomes U.S. Supreme Court Decision on President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Gwen Moore Welcomes U.S. Supreme Court Decision on President Trump's Tariffs * "I welcome this decision, which reaffirms Congress's constitutional authority to impose tariffs. Since the start of this Administration, Trump has failed to acknowledge that Congress is a coequal branch of government. While there are other statutes which the President may use to try and pursue this misguided  more
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher on Supreme Court Decision To Strike Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher on Supreme Court Decision To Strike Down President Trump's Tariffs * Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement after the Supreme Court released its decision in Learning Resources v. Trump, ruling that President Trump lacked authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to impose tariffs unilaterally. "Toda  more
Congresswoman Luz Rivas Welcomes Pacoima Charter Elementary Principal Sylvia Fajardo as State of the Union Guest
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Luz Rivas, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Luz Rivas Welcomes Pacoima Charter Elementary Principal Sylvia Fajardo as State of the Union Guest * LOS ANGELES -Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) announced that Sylvia Fajardo, executive director and principal of Pacoima Charter Elementary School and a United States Marine Corps (USMC) veteran, will be her guest to the State of the Union on February 24. "Sylvia Fajardo is an immigran  more
Congresswoman McCollum: Supreme Court Sided with Constitution in Striking Down Tariff Authority
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman McCollum: Supreme Court Sided with Constitution in Striking Down Tariff Authority * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Betty McCollum issued the following statement on Friday in response to the Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's sweeping tariffs: "Today, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Constitution and Article I, which gives Congress the aut  more
Cortez Masto Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Cortez Masto Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs * Las Vegas, Nev. - Today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement after the Supreme Court's decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, which struck down President Donald Trump's blanket tariffs on America's trading partners. "I welcome today's Supreme Court decision to s  more
Court Ruling Curbs Trump--But Not the Harm He is Causing
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Court Ruling Curbs Trump--But Not the Harm He is Causing * Contact: Luis Botello Faz (link sends email) Washington, D.C.- Today, U.S Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin), an active member of the House Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling concerning Trump's tariff authority under the International Emergency Economic Pow  more
Cramer Applauds EPA Repeal of MATS Amendments, Reinstatement of Lignite Subcategory
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Cramer Applauds EPA Repeal of MATS Amendments, Reinstatement of Lignite Subcategory * BISMARCK, N.D. - Following through on a promise made in the opening months of President Donald Trump's second term, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the repeal of the Biden-era 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) amendments. These amendments dramatically increased restrictions   more
Crow Statement on the Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Crow Statement on the Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down Trump's Tariffs * AURORA -Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's reckless tariff policy: "Donald Trump's tariffs are a tax on every American. They've raised costs on Colorado families, threatened small businesses, and hit working Americans the hardest. "To  more
Curtis Statement on SCOTUS Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Curtis Statement on SCOTUS Tariff Decision * SALT LAKE CITY, UT- U.S. Senator John Curtis (R-UT) issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court's Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump decision: "Today's ruling affirms, despite all the noise of the moment, that the Founders' system of checks and balances remains strong nearly 250 years later. Several questions remain unanswered, including what ha  more
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Acting Director Gottumukkala Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security released the following testimony by Madhu Gottumukkala, acting director of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, from a Feb. 11, 2026, hearing entitled "Potential DHS Shutdown Impacts": * * * Chairman Amodei, Ranking Member Cuellar, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee: thank you for the opportunity to testify on the potential impacts of a shutdown to   more
Davids' Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids' Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down President Trump's Tariffs * Today, after the Supreme Court ruled (link is external) 6-3 to strike down President Trump's tariffs, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement. The Court's majority held that the Constitution "very clearly" grants Congress the power to impose taxes, including tariffs. "The Framers did not vest any p  more
DeLauro Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Unilateral Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * DeLauro Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Unilateral Tariffs * US Representative Rosa DeLauro issued the following statement regarding news that the Supreme Court has ruled by a 6-3 margin that President Trump's blanket tariffs applied under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are unconstitutional: "These tariffs raised prices. People in America are suff  more
DelBene on Trump's Latest Tariff Scheme: 'Illegitimate Use of the Law'
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * DelBene on Trump's Latest Tariff Scheme: 'Illegitimate Use of the Law' * Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on President Trump's promise to impose Section 122 tariffs after his loss at the Supreme Court: "Trump is already trying to go around the Supreme Court decision striking down his illegal tariffs. He is trying to issue a new set of tariffs that wil  more
DelBene Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * DelBene Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision * Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court's tariff case decision: "Today's decision is a win for American families struggling under the high prices caused by President Trump's tariffs and an important step toward stopping Trump's senseless trade wars. "The president is not a king.  more
Dingell Statement on SCOTUS Rejection of Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Statement on SCOTUS Rejection of Trump Tariffs * Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the following statement on the Supreme Court of the United States ruling to strike down President Donald Trump's far-reaching, global tariffs. "The conservative Supreme Court's decision today striking down President Trump's sweeping global tariffs underscores what I've been saying, that   more
Downing Applauds Reversal of MATS Rule
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Troy Downing, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Downing Applauds Reversal of MATS Rule * Today, Congressman Troy Downing (MT-02) released a statement following the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision (link is external) to reverse the Biden Administration's 2024 amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (EGUs)-a rule commonly known as the Mer  more
Durbin Slams Cancer Screening Cuts For Medicaid Patients In Republicans' "Big, Beautiful" Budget Bill
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Slams Cancer Screening Cuts For Medicaid Patients In Republicans' "Big, Beautiful" Budget Bill * CHICAGO -U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) today held a press conference at UI Health's Mile Square Health Center to discuss new research findings that show how Medicaid cuts from Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will reduce lifesaving cancer screenings for Illino  more
Durbin Statement On The Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Statement On The Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs * February 20, 2026 CHICAGO - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court dealt a blow to the Trump Administration by ruling against the President's sweeping tariff policy: "Despite his promises to 'lower   more
Durbin Statement On The Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Durbin Statement On The Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs CHICAGO - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court dealt a blow to the Trump Administration by ruling against the President's sweeping tarif  more
FEMA Office of Response & Recovery Associate Administrator Phillips Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security released the following testimony by Gregg Phillips, associate administrator for the Office of Response and Recovery at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency, from a Feb. 11, 2026, hearing entitled "Potential DHS Shutdown Impacts": * * * Chairman Amodei, Ranking Member Cuellar, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify before you  more
Following DOJ Antitrust Shakeup, Balint, Warren, Lawmakers Raise Questions About Corruption Surrounding DOJ Approval of Massive Housing Merger
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Following DOJ Antitrust Shakeup, Balint, Warren, Lawmakers Raise Questions About Corruption Surrounding DOJ Approval of Massive Housing Merger * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) led colleagues in pressing Attorney General Pam Bondi on whether there was corruption and political favoritism at the Department of Justice (DOJ) involving th  more
Following DOJ Antitrust Shakeup, Warren, Balint, Lawmakers Raise Questions About Corruption Surrounding DOJ Approval of Massive Housing Merger
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Following DOJ Antitrust Shakeup, Warren, Balint, Lawmakers Raise Questions About Corruption Surrounding DOJ Approval of Massive Housing Merger DOJ Antitrust head Gail Slater, who was forced out last week, reportedly tried to launch extended review of Compass-Anywhere merger - but was overruled and merger was approved "Allowing this merger will make it easier for these firms to exert great  more
Following Rosen Push, Trump Administration Reverses Harmful Rule Limiting Veterans' Benefits
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Following Rosen Push, Trump Administration Reverses Harmful Rule Limiting Veterans' Benefits * Yesterday, Senator Rosen Called On The Department Of Veterans Affairs To Immediately Overturn Harmful Policy WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released a statement in response to news that, following her push, the Department of Veterans Affairs will not implement its harmful interim f  more
Foster Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Foster Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision * Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court resoundingly rejected Trump's tariffs: "Before coming to Congress, I was a manufacturer who kept hundreds of good-paying jobs in the Midwest, so I know the damage done by Trump's tariffs. I'm relieved to see that, after months of de  more
Garamendi State of the Union Guest is 73-Year-Old Grandmother, Local Constituent Deported by ICE
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Garamendi State of the Union Guest is 73-Year-Old Grandmother, Local Constituent Deported by ICE * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today. Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, announced that he is leaving his State of the Union Address guest seat empty in order to honor Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old grandmother and local constituent who, despite living in the  more
Gillibrand Statement On Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement On Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs * Today, in response to the Supreme Court's decision striking down President Trump's tariffs, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement: " The Supreme Court confirmed today that beyond just being reckless and vindictive, President Trump's tariff scheme was also unconstitutional. The presiden  more
Gillibrand Statement On UAP Disclosure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement On UAP Disclosure * Today, after President Trump announced that he is directing his administration to release files related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement: "This is good news, and I am encouraged to see the president lend his support to this effort. I have been pushing for years for increased   more
Golden statement on Supreme Court striking down Trump's tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Golden statement on Supreme Court striking down Trump's tariffs * WASHINGTON -Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) today released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the vast majority of tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump in his second term. "Today's ruling reaffirms that the most durable way to rebalance trade in favor of American workers isn't tariffs by executi  more
Goodlander Statement on SCOTUS Decision Blocking President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Maggie Goodlander, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Goodlander Statement on SCOTUS Decision Blocking President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs * Concord, N.H. - Today, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander released the following statement welcoming the Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump's unlawful tariffs and reaffirm Congress's constitutional authority over taxation and trade: "The Supreme Court's decision to strike down Preside  more
Goodlander, Pappas Hear From Over 11,000 Granite Staters Opposing Merrimack ICE Facility
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Maggie Goodlander, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Goodlander, Pappas Hear From Over 11,000 Granite Staters Opposing Merrimack ICE Facility * **More than 90% of survey respondents oppose a taxpayer-funded ICE processing center in Merrimack** Concord, N.H. - Today, Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) and Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) released the results of their statewide survey asking Granite Staters their thoughts on the propos  more
Graham Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement after the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump. "While I accept the Court's ruling, I believe that President Trump does have many options regarding keeping existing tariffs in place under authorities beyond the International E  more
Grassley Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision * WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee and chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court's decision on tariffs: "While Congress gave some of its authority on importations to the president when it passed the 1977 International E  more
Growing Markets, Cutting Taxes, Fueling the Future
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following column: * * * Growing Markets, Cutting Taxes, Fueling the Future * From sunrise to sunset, Nebraska's ag producers work to feed and fuel our world. With one in four jobs being directly related to agriculture, it is no surprise the industry is the economic engine of our state. Nowhere is this more evident than in Nebraska's Third District, the nation's top ag-producing district, a leader in cow-calf, corn, and ethanol   more
Heinrich Grills BLM Official on Proposal for Gravel Mine in Placitas, Emphasizes Inadequate Pay for Firefighters, Underscores Impacts of Trump Administration's Cuts to Forest Service Workforce
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Heinrich Grills BLM Official on Proposal for Gravel Mine in Placitas, Emphasizes Inadequate Pay for Firefighters, Underscores Impacts of Trump Administration's Cuts to Forest Service Workforce During a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee hearing to discuss pe  more
Heinrich, Lujan Demand Further Investigation into Trump Administration's Unlawful Dismantling of the Minority Business Development Agency
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Heinrich, Lujan Demand Further Investigation into Trump Administration's Unlawful Dismantling of the Minority Business Development Agency * WASHINGT ON - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) sent a letter demanding the Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigate potential violations committed during the U.S. Department of Commerce's illegal dismantling of the   more
Hickenlooper Demands Immediate Refunds for Small Businesses After SCOTUS Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Demands Immediate Refunds for Small Businesses After SCOTUS Tariff Ruling * A former small business owner, Hickenlooper fought Trump's illegal tariffs, condemned the harm done to Colorado businesses, working families His Small Business RELIEF Act would repay small businesses for tariff-taxes they've paid, help lower prices for consumers WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hi  more
Himes Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Himes Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling * Bridgeport, CT-Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) today released the following statement: "Last week, Congress voted to reclaim its authority on tariffs against Canada and today, the Supreme Court validated what we've known for almost a year -that the President's sweeping tariffs were a gross abuse of the law. This ruling is an important reminder that t  more
Himes, Meeks, Smith Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release: * * * Himes, Meeks, Smith Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy U.S. Representatives Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence; Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; and Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committe  more
Hirono Statement Following Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Global Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Hirono Statement Following Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Global Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a senior member of the Senate Committees on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and the Judiciary, released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled against Trump's global tariffs. "For the past year, Trump's tariffs have wreaked havoc on sma  more
Hoeven: "Crack the Code 2.0" Phase One to Receive $157 Million in Federal, State & Private Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Hoeven: "Crack the Code 2.0" Phase One to Receive $157 Million in Federal, State & Private Funding * EERC Also Set to Receive $25 Million After Senator Worked to Restore DOE Cooperative Agreement GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced that funding for phase one of his Crack the Code 2.0 initiative will total $157 million: * $76 million in private investment and $45.1 millio  more
Hoeven: $150 Million in Assistance Available for Sugar Producers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Hoeven: $150 Million in Assistance Available for Sugar Producers * GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of $150 million of assistance for sugar producers. Hoeven wor  more
Hoeven: Trump Administration Repeals MATS Rule, Supporting Access to Baseload Power
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Hoeven: Trump Administration Repeals MATS Rule, Supporting Access to Baseload Power * Senator Sponsored CRA Resolution to Overturn Costly Biden-Era Rule GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule repealing the Biden-era Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) regulations, which imposed costl  more
Horsford and Bynum Introduce RELIEF Act Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Horsford and Bynum Introduce RELIEF Act Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) today responded to the Supreme Court's decision holding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose broad-based tariffs. While the Court addressed the legality of   more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Releases Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Releases Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against President Trump's use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act to implement tariffs: "The Supr  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy * Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee; and Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, releas  more
ICE Acting Director Lyons Testifies Before House Homeland Security Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Homeland Security Committee released the following testimony by Todd M. Lyons, senior official performing the duties of the director at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement, from a Feb. 10, 2026, hearing on the oversight of the agency: * * * Chairman Garbarino, Ranking Member Thompson, and distinguished Members of the Committee: Thank you for the invitation to appear today to discuss the critical work U.S. Immigration and  more
ICYMI: Hickenlooper Travels to Southern Colorado, Talks Affordability, Trump Veto of AVC Bill, and More
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Hickenlooper Travels to Southern Colorado, Talks Affordability, Trump Veto of AVC Bill, and More * In case you missed it, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper took to the road the past few days to visit Woodland Park, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs. He highlighted how issues like affordability, lack of support for veterans, water insecurity, health care, and child care are made worse by the Tru  more
ICYMI: Rep. Pfluger Highlights Wins from the Working Families Tax Cuts to Take Advantage of this Tax Season
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Pfluger Highlights Wins from the Working Families Tax Cuts to Take Advantage of this Tax Season * WASHINGTON, DC - ICYMI (In Case You Missed It): It's officially tax season, and Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a video outlining the many wins residents in TX-11 can and should take advantage of this year. Watch the full video HERE or by clicking the image below. Check out the  more
Illegal Tariffs Must Be Refunded-- And Fast -- Cantwell Tells Bessent in Letter
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Illegal Tariffs Must Be Refunded-- And Fast -- Cantwell Tells Bessent in Letter * Illegal Tariffs Must Be Refunded-And Fast -Cantwell Tells Bessent in Letter  "Given this Administration has illegally collected hundreds of billions of dollars from American businesses, that now must be refunded, I am requesting detailed information about how the Administration plans to fairly and expeditiously   more
In New Report, Sen. Schiff Exposes Over $140 Million Dedicated to ICE and CBP's Deadly Arsenal of Weapons and Munitions Since Start of Second Trump Administration
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSrpt) -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * In New Report, Sen. Schiff Exposes Over $140 Million Dedicated to ICE and CBP's Deadly Arsenal of Weapons and Munitions Since Start of Second Trump Administration A review of the government's contracting data reveals skyrocketing spending commitments by ICE and CBP over the past year for a wide range of weapons, munitions, and related accessories Report raises alarm about the Trump admin  more
Jayapal Conducts Oversight at Northwest Detention Center
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, issued the following news: * * * Jayapal Conducts Oversight at Northwest Detention Center * TACOMA, WA -U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Immigration, Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Committee, released the following statement after being forced to wait for hours and initially denied access to speak with detained people at the Northwest ICE Processing Center, despite giving eight days' notice of   more
JEC Chairman Schweikert on SCOTUS Tariffs Ruling, Need for Border Adjustment Tax
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. David Schweikert, R-Arizona, chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * JEC Chairman Schweikert on SCOTUS Tariffs Ruling, Need for Border Adjustment Tax Today, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act the President does not have the authority to impose tariffs, striking down a portion of President Trump's signature economic agenda. Joint Economic Committ  more
Judiciary Democrats Demand BOP Immediately Address Pervasive Staffing Shortages and Safety Failures
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Judiciary Democrats Demand BOP Immediately Address Pervasive Staffing Shortages and Safety Failures Members Press For Answers After Whistleblowers Detail Decades of Agency Neglect, Producing Officer Shortages, Lockdowns, and Unsafe Conditions for Staff and Incarcerated People * Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House J  more
Kaine Statement on Trump's Threat of Illegal War with Iran
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Statement on Trump's Threat of Illegal War with Iran * WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, released the following statement regarding reporting that President Donald Trump is considering imminent military action in Iran: "Trump is bumbling his way toward war with Iran in a feeble attempt to accomplish w  more
Kaine Welcomes Supreme Court Ruling Against Trump's Abuse of Tariff Powers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Welcomes Supreme Court Ruling Against Trump's Abuse of Tariff Powers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Budget Committee and former civil rights attorney, praised the Supreme Court's ruling in Learning Resources v. Trump and Trump v. V.O.S. Selections, Inc. that the Trump Administration abused its authorities under emergency economic power legislati  more
Kamlager-Dove Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Kamlager-Dove Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * WASHINGTON, DC -Today, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down the Trump Administration's tariffs: "American consumers rejoice: Trump's Temper Tariffs are coming to an  more
Kelly statement on Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Kelly statement on Supreme Court ruling on tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Chairman of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Tax, released the following statement after today's U.S. Supreme Court ruling regarding the scope of the President's authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. "President Trump has committed to using every tool in the tool  more
Klobuchar Statement on Tariff Supreme Court Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Klobuchar Statement on Tariff Supreme Court Decision * Klobuchar attended the Supreme Court arguments in this case WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) released the following statement following the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the administration's across-the-board tariffs. "Today, the Supreme Court finally affirmed what I have been saying for a year: President Trump's rec  more
Krishnamoorthi Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs That Raised Costs for Americans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs That Raised Costs for Americans * SCHAUMBURG, IL -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's use of emergency powers to impose blanket tariffs was illegal. Krishnamoorthi joined a bipartisan amicus brief (link is ext  more
Larsen Applauds SCOTUS Slapping Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Larsen Applauds SCOTUS Slapping Down Trump's Tariffs * Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "I am glad that the Supreme Court has taken action to strike down President Trump's tariffs and lower prices for Americans since Republican leadership in Congress refused to do so. I will continue to lead legislative efforts to end pointless tariffs and bring down t  more
Larsen Joins Entire WA Delegation in Supporting Governor's Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance to Repair Damage from Historic December Flooding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Larsen Joins Entire WA Delegation in Supporting Governor's Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance to Repair Damage from Historic December Flooding * Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Washington state's entire congressional delegation in a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to approve Governor Bob Ferguson's request for a Major Disaster Declaration for   more
Larson Commends Supreme Court Decision Overturning Illegal Trump Tariff Regime
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Commends Supreme Court Decision Overturning Illegal Trump Tariff Regime * East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), a member of the House Trade Subcommittee, released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Trump's costly and unconstitutional tariffs. A recent report from the Yale Budget Lab (link is external) shows that Trump's tariffs would ha  more
Larson, Williams, Escobar Introduce Legislation to Protect Elections from Illegal ICE Interference
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson, Williams, Escobar Introduce Legislation to Protect Elections from Illegal ICE Interference * Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced the introduction of the Stop ICE Election Militarization Act with Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-05) and Veronica Escobar (TX-16) to protect American elections from illegal ICE interference. Their bill follows President Trump's threats to "  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNBC: "EVERYDAY AMERICANS BELIEVE THAT LIFE HASN'T GOTTEN BETTER FOR THEM UNDER THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY. IT'S ACTUALLY GOTTEN WORSE"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNBC: "EVERYDAY AMERICANS BELIEVE THAT LIFE HASN'T GOTTEN BETTER FOR THEM UNDER THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY. IT'S ACTUALLY GOTTEN WORSE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box, where he highlighted how Democrats are standing up to make life better for hardworking American taxpayers in the face of the chaos, crisis and   more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNBC: "EVERYDAY AMERICANS BELIEVE THAT LIFE HASN'T GOTTEN BETTER FOR THEM UNDER THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY. IT'S ACTUALLY GOTTEN WORSE"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON CNBC: "EVERYDAY AMERICANS BELIEVE THAT LIFE HASN'T GOTTEN BETTER FOR THEM UNDER THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY. IT'S ACTUALLY GOTTEN WORSE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box, where he highlighted how Democrats are standing up to make life better for hardworking American taxpayers in the face of the chaos, crisis and confusion being inflicted   more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE THE ONES PAYING THE PRICE FROM THIS FAILED PRESIDENCY"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE THE ONES PAYING THE PRICE FROM THIS FAILED PRESIDENCY" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Briefing with Jen Psaki, where he explained how Democrats are standing up for democracy and fighting to make life better for hardworking taxpayers while Donald Trump and Republicans are hurti  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE THE ONES PAYING THE PRICE FROM THIS FAILED PRESIDENCY"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARE THE ONES PAYING THE PRICE FROM THIS FAILED PRESIDENCY" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Briefing with Jen Psaki, where he explained how Democrats are standing up for democracy and fighting to make life better for hardworking taxpayers while Donald Trump and Republicans are hurting everyday Americans and   more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON WVON: "DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENCY HAS BEEN A DISASTER FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON WVON: "DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENCY HAS BEEN A DISASTER FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on WVON's The Morning Show with Rufus Williams, where he reflected on the life and legacy of the late great Rev. Jesse Jackson and articulated how House Democrats will continue to keep hope alive and end the national   more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON WVON: "DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENCY HAS BEEN A DISASTER FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON WVON: "DONALD TRUMP'S PRESIDENCY HAS BEEN A DISASTER FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on WVON's The Morning Show with Rufus Williams, where he reflected on the life and legacy of the late great Rev. Jesse Jackson and articulated how House Democrats will continue to keep hope alive and end the national nightmare that Donald Trum  more
LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION REJECTING DONALD TRUMP'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION REJECTING DONALD TRUMP'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Donald Trump and congressional Republicans promised to lower the high cost of living on day one. The extremists have failed. Instead, Republicans have worsened the affordability crisis, forcing the   more
LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION REJECTING DONALD TRUMP'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION REJECTING DONALD TRUMP'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: Donald Trump and congressional Republicans promised to lower the high cost of living on day one. The extremists have failed. Instead, Republicans have worsened the affordability crisis, forcing the American people to pay tho  more
Litigation Task Force Leaders Issue Joint Statement After SCOTUS Rules Trump's Sweeping Tariffs are Unlawful
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Litigation Task Force Leaders Issue Joint Statement After SCOTUS Rules Trump's Sweeping Tariffs are Unlawful Today, Co-Chairs of the House Litigation Task Force, Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin and Assistant Democratic Leader Joe Neguse, issued a joint statement after the United States Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling  more
Lujan Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Sweeping Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Sweeping Tariffs * Santa Fe, N.M. -U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, issued the following statement on the Supreme Court striking down President Trump's sweeping tariffs: "Instead of lowering costs for American families as he promised, President Trump ignited a global trade war the   more
Malliotakis Leads Push to Safeguard Coast Guard Pay During DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Malliotakis Leads Push to Safeguard Coast Guard Pay During DHS Shutdown Today, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis, along with a dozen lawmakers representing districts with a significant U.S. Coast Guard presence, sent the following letter to President Trump requesting that he intervene to ensure Coast Guard members are paid during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown by taking similar ac  more
Maryland Congressional Delegation Holds Meeting to Discuss Future of NASA, Maryland's Role in Space Innovation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Maryland Congressional Delegation Holds Meeting to Discuss Future of NASA, Maryland's Role in Space Innovation * WASHINGTON - Yesterday, members of Maryland's Congressional Delegation met with NASA officials and stakeholders to discuss protecting and supporting Maryland-based efforts to advance American leadership in space science and innovation. They received updates on and discussed the importance   more
MATSUI HOSTS "STOP THE CUTS" PRESS CONFERENCE AFTER TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SLASHES CDC PUBLIC HEALTH GRANTS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-California, issued the following news release on Feb. 19, 2026: * * * MATSUI HOSTS "STOP THE CUTS" PRESS CONFERENCE AFTER TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SLASHES CDC PUBLIC HEALTH GRANTS Local health leaders warn cuts will weaken disease prevention, outbreak response, and core public health infrastructure in the Sacramento region * SACRAMENTO, CA - Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) hosted a "Stop the Cuts" press conference at the Sacramento County  more
Meeks Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Meeks Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against President Trump's use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act to implement tariffs: "The   more
Meeks Statement on the UN's Findings of Genocide in Darfur
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Meeks Statement on the UN's Findings of Genocide in Darfur Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued a statement after the UN's International Fact-Finding Mission concluded that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed acts of genocide against non-Arab communities in Sudan  more
Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee; and Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released t  more
Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Meeks, Smith, Himes Oppose U.S. Military Force Against Iran, Urge Continued Diplomacy U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee; and Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released the fo  more
Merkley Applauds Supreme Court Ruling to Overturn Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Merkley Applauds Supreme Court Ruling to Overturn Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Policy * Washington, D.C. -Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority to impose the broad, misguided reciprocal tariffs that he put in place in April. Following the ruling, U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, released the below statement. "Tod  more
Merkley Applauds Supreme Court Ruling to Overturn Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Merkley Applauds Supreme Court Ruling to Overturn Trump's Reciprocal Tariff Policy Today, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority to impose the broad, misguided reciprocal tariffs that he put in place in April. Following the ruling, U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Comm  more
Merkley: Any Military Action Against Iran Requires Congressional Authorization
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Merkley: Any Military Action Against Iran Requires Congressional Authorization * Washington, D.C. - Amid President Trump's threats against Iran, Oregon's U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley-a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee-issued the following statement warning against unilateral military action without consultation and authorization from Congress: "Despite Trump claiming to be a pre  more
Messmer Celebrates WestGate Technology Park Munitions Campus Groundbreaking
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mark Messmer, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Messmer Celebrates WestGate Technology Park Munitions Campus Groundbreaking * ODON, INDIANA - Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) joined other Indiana federal and state elected officials, Department of War executives, and leadership from Prometheus Energetics to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new solid rocket motor (SRM) munitions campus at the WestGate Technology Park near the Crane Naval Surface Warfare C  more
Messmer Joins EPA Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi in Lowering Energy Costs for Hoosiers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mark Messmer, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Messmer Joins EPA Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi in Lowering Energy Costs for Hoosiers * LOUISVILLE, KY - Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) joined Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Administrator David Fotouhi to announce the repeal of burdensome regulations imposed upon America under the Biden Administration. " For all the Hoosiers that call the Eighth District home, energy costs are   more
Meuser: America First Trade Policy Remains Strong and Intact Despite SCOTUS Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Meuser: America First Trade Policy Remains Strong and Intact Despite SCOTUS Ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff authority. "For decades, the United States operated under a lopsided trade system. Our markets stayed open whil  more
Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Trump's Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, in response to the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's reckless tariffs, Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-MI) released the following statement: "Congress, the American people, and now the Supreme Court have spoken: Michigan workers and businesses should not be forced to pay the price  more
Moolenaar: "Tariffs on China Level the Playing Field for Americans"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Moolenaar: "Tariffs on China Level the Playing Field for Americans" Today, the Supreme Court announced its decision in legal challenges to the Trump administration's use of emergency authorities to impose tariffs, striking down tariffs implemented under the Interna  more
Moreno Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Moreno Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Tariffs * WASHINGTON - Today, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) released the following statement on the United States Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's tariffs. *** Original text here: https://www.moreno.senate.gov/press-releases/moreno-statement-on-supreme-court-ruling-on-president-trumps-tariffs  more
Moulton Introduces Defend Elections From Trump Act To Prevent Federal Law Enforcement and Military Presence at Polling Places
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Moulton Introduces Defend Elections From Trump Act To Prevent Federal Law Enforcement and Military Presence at Polling Places * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) introduced the Defend Elections from Trump Act, which would prohibit the use of federal funds to deploy federal law enforcement, intelligence personnel, or the military to polling locations without explicit aut  more
Neal Celebrates the Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Unlawful Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Richard E. Neal, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Neal Celebrates the Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Unlawful Tariffs Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Trump's unlawful IEEPA tariffs: "Today's decision is a victory for the American people, the rule of law, and ou  more
New Dem Trade & Tariffs Task Force Chair Don Beyer Celebrates Supreme Court Ruling on Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * New Dem Trade & Tariffs Task Force Chair Don Beyer Celebrates Supreme Court Ruling on Trump Tariffs * Today, New Democrat Coalition Trade & Tariffs Task Force Chair Don Beyer (VA-08) issued a statement after the Supreme Court ruled that the President violated federal law by illegally exceeding his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping tariffs. Chair  more
NEWS: Sen. Schiff, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Immediately Reverse Politically-Motivated Termination of $600 Million in Public Health Grants
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: Sen. Schiff, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Immediately Reverse Politically-Motivated Termination of $600 Million in Public Health Grants * Schiff leads response to Trump's politically motivated health cuts with support from Senate colleagues from targeted states, Democratic committee leadership Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and 10 Senators are deman  more
Padilla Secures Over $15 Million for Eight Projects Across the Inland Empire
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Secures Over $15 Million for Eight Projects Across the Inland Empire * PALM SPRINGS, CA -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced that he secured over $15.4 million in federal funding for eight projects across the Inland Empire through Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills. This funding is part of the $241,794,366 in total Congressionally Directed Spending funding that Padill  more
Padilla Secures Over $33 Million for 17 Projects Across the Bay Area
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Secures Over $33 Million for 17 Projects Across the Bay Area * SAN FRANCISCO, CA -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced that he secured over $33 million in federal funding for 17 projects across the Bay Area through Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills. This funding is part of the $241,794,366 in total Congressionally Directed Spending funding that Padilla delivered for C  more
Padilla Secures Over $37 Million for 16 Projects Across the Central Valley
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Secures Over $37 Million for 16 Projects Across the Central Valley * FRESNO, CA -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced that he secured over $37.2 million in federal funding for 16 projects across the Central Valley through Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills. This funding is part of the $241,794,366 in total Congressionally Directed Spending funding that Padilla delivere  more
Padilla, Schiff Join Democratic Colleagues in Demanding the VA Rescind Draconian Abortion Care Ban for Veterans
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Schiff Join Democratic Colleagues in Demanding the VA Rescind Draconian Abortion Care Ban for Veterans * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) joined Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and 27 other Senate Democrats in calling on U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secr  more
Pappas, Goodlander Hear From 11,000+ Granite Staters Opposing Merrimack ICE Facility
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Pappas, Goodlander Hear From 11,000+ Granite Staters Opposing Merrimack ICE Facility * More than 90% of survey respondents oppose a taxpayer-funded ICE processing center in Merrimack Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) released the results of their statewide survey asking Granite Staters their thoughts on the proposed ICE processing center in M  more
Pingree Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump's Illegal Sweeping Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Pingree Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump's Illegal Sweeping Tariffs * Today, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision rejecting President Trump's illegal tariffs: I'm relieved that the Supreme Court has finally acknowledged Trump's chaotic tariff policy as a clear case of executive overreach. This is a win for  more
Pingree Tees Up Farm Bill Fight Over Pesticides, Big Chemical Immunity
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Pingree Tees Up Farm Bill Fight Over Pesticides, Big Chemical Immunity * Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine), a longtime organic farmer and senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, announced today that she will be introducing an amendment to the Republican Farm Bill that fights back against chemical companies and protects the health of Americans. Republicans' Farm Bill includes provisi  more
Pressley to Boycott State of the Union, Uplift Children Detained and Traumatized by ICE as Honorary State of the Union Guests
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley to Boycott State of the Union, Uplift Children Detained and Traumatized by ICE as Honorary State of the Union Guests * Pressley Has Led Efforts in Congress to Address Childhood Trauma, Championed Policies to Support Child Health, Education, Safety Pressley Has Stood in Vigorous Defense of Immigrant Communities in MA 7 th and Nationwide, Fighting to Bring Detained Neighbors Home * Congre  more
Pressley Underscores Commitment to Fight Anti-Blackness, Emphasizes How Civil Rights Movement Shapes Racial Justice Work Today
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley Underscores Commitment to Fight Anti-Blackness, Emphasizes How Civil Rights Movement Shapes Racial Justice Work Today * Honoring Rev. Jackson, Pressley Joined the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice, Community Leaders and Members for Civil Rights Discussion "We are confronted daily with a layered, unrelenting, legislated assault on Black people, on Black bodies, on Black v  more
Q&A: Raise the Volume, Lower the Debt
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Q&A: Raise the Volume, Lower the Debt * Q: Why do you keep raising the volume in Washington about the nation's debt? A : America will celebrate the 250 th anniversary of our nation's independence this year on the Fourth of July. We are blessed to live in the land of opportunity and have an obligation to pass on the promise of prosperity for generations to come. Just consider, in 1776 a 33-year  more
Ranking Member Angie Craig Applauds Supreme Court Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Angie Craig Applauds Supreme Court Tariff Decision Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's decision to block President Trump from using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to levy tariffs. "Tariffs h  more
Ranking Member Markey Celebrates Small Business Victory as SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump Tariff Taxes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Markey Celebrates Small Business Victory as SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump Tariff Taxes RM Markey: Trump administration must refund small businesses now Small businesses paid an estimated more than $70 billion in Trump tariffs from March to December 2025 * Ranking Member Edward J. Mark  more
Ranking Member Maxine Waters Applauds SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump's Lawless Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Maxine Waters Applauds SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump's Lawless Tariffs Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court, in a decisive 6-3 ruling, struck down the sweeping tariffs imposed by Presi  more
Ranking Member Ro Khanna's Statement on Supreme Court's IEEPA Opinion
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, 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 Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Ro Khanna's Statement on Supreme Court's IEEPA Opinion Today Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17), Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the followin  more
Ranking Member Scott Statement on Universities Capitulating to the Trump Administration's Illegal Demands
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Scott Statement on Universities Capitulating to the Trump Administration's Illegal Demands Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after the Department of Education announced 31 resolution agreements with institutions o  more
Raskin, Subramanyam to Bring Family of Epstein Survivor, the Late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, as Guests to Trump's State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Raskin, Subramanyam to Bring Family of Epstein Survivor, the Late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, as Guests to Trump's State of the Union Address * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) announced Sky and Amanda Roberts as their guests to President Donald Trump's February 24 State of the Union Address. Sky and Amanda are the brother and sister-in-law,  more
Reed Cheers SCOTUS Ruling Against Trump's Abuse of Tariff Powers as a Win for American Families & Businesses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Reed Cheers SCOTUS Ruling Against Trump's Abuse of Tariff Powers as a Win for American Families & Businesses * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in Learning Resources v. Trump and Trump v. V.O.S. Selections, Inc. that the Trump Administration abused its authorities under emergency economic power legislation to impose broad-based tariffs, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) h  more
Reed: Investments in Submarine Production Lead to 3,500 New Jobs Coming to Quonset Point
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Reed: Investments in Submarine Production Lead to 3,500 New Jobs Coming to Quonset Point * NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI - After years of federal investment to boost submarine construction, the United States is ramping up production of nuclear-powered submarines like the ones built at shipyards in Quonset Point in Rhode Island; Groton, Connecticut; and Newport News, Virginia. The U.S. Navy's goal is to deli  more
RELEASE: Friedman Co-Leads Bill to Provide Automatic Refunds of Illegal Tariff Taxes
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Laura Friedman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * RELEASE: Friedman Co-Leads Bill to Provide Automatic Refunds of Illegal Tariff Taxes * LOS ANGELES, CA - Today, February 20, 2026, U.S. Representative Laura Friedman (CA-30) announced that she is helping lead new federal legislation that would guarantee automatic refunds to small businesses that were impacted by the Trump Administration's tariffs, which were just ruled illegal by the Supreme Co  more
Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Andrea Salinas' Statement on Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down Trump's Tariffs * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement following the Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's tariffs. "Today, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to strike down President Trump's tariffs, which are making life more costly for Oregonians. "Tariffs ca  more
Rep. Becca Balint Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Trump Tariff Regime
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Becca Balint Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Blocking Trump Tariff Regime * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Trump does not have the authority to impose broad tariffs under the emergency act he has cited: "Today's ruling was a major victory in defending Congress's power of the purse and   more
Rep. Bera Issues Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Bera Issues Statement on Supreme Court Striking Down President Trump's Tariffs * SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA - Today, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) issued a statement following the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling striking down President Trump's tariff policy: "The Supreme Court got it right today. "President Trump never had the power to impose these sweeping tariffs that raised costs for w  more
Rep. Brown Announces Decision to Not Attend State of the Union
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Brown Announces Decision to Not Attend State of the Union * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) will not attend President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday February 24. This week, Brown asked for feedback from constituents on the issue, with a majority of over 2,500 responses recommending that she not attend due to Trump's attacks on people's well-being, our rule of l  more
Rep. Brown's Statement on Trump Tariff Loss at Supreme Court
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Brown's Statement on Trump Tariff Loss at Supreme Court * Washington, DC - Today the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump's the majority of President Trump's new tariffs are illegal. Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) releases the following statement: "Today's Supreme Court decision is a win for everyone struggling with higher prices and a loss for Trump and his crackpot theories. "Th  more
Rep. Chu Applauds Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Chu Applauds Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * PASADENA, CA - Today, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in Learning Resources v. Trump that President Trump does not have authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee that has jurisdiction over international trade, rel  more
Rep. Cleaver's Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cleaver's Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs * (Kansas City, MO) - Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that President Trump's global tariffs were unlawful. "Today's decision reaffirms a fundamental principle of our Constitution, which is that no presid  more
Rep. Costa Reacts to Supreme Courts Ruling on President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Costa Reacts to Supreme Courts Ruling on President Trump's Unlawful Tariffs * FRESNO, Calif. \- Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement after learning the news of the Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's tariffs. "Today's decision by the Supreme Court reaffirms the Constitution and the separation of powers that are meant to guide this nation. The Court made clear  more
Rep. Crockett's Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Crockett's Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs * Today, Rep. Crockett released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court striking down Trump's illegal tariffs: "Today, the Supreme Court ruled on what the American people have known for more than a year - Donald Trump's economic plan was an illegal scam that cost the American people billions of   more
Rep. Foushee Calls on Trump Administration to Restore STEM Research Funding, Provide Transparency on PCAST
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Foushee Calls on Trump Administration to Restore STEM Research Funding, Provide Transparency on PCAST Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) led 24 House Democrats responsible for oversight of federal science and technology initiatives in a letter to Michael Kratsios, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), and David Sacks, Special Advisor for AI and   more
Rep. Grijalva Statement on SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Adelita S. Grijalva, D-Arizona, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Rep. Grijalva Statement on SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Trump Tariffs Tucson, AZ - Today, Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down the Trump Administration's sweeping tariff policies. Last week, Rep. Grijalva joined a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives in voting to terminate Trump's tariff authorities. Thi  more
Rep. Juan Vargas Statement on the Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Donald Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Juan Vargas, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Juan Vargas Statement on the Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Donald Trump's Illegal Tariffs * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Juan Vargas (D-CA-52) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision to reject President Trump's illegal tariffs. "This is exactly what we've been saying from the beginning - Trump's tariffs were absolutely illegal. Authority to impose  more
Rep. Liccardo on SCOTUS Blocking Trump Tariffs: "Finally"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Sam Liccardo, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Liccardo on SCOTUS Blocking Trump Tariffs: "Finally" * WASHINGTON, D.C., - Today, in a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that he exceeded his authority when imposing sweeping tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Rep. Sam Liccardo released the following statement: "Everyone has known from day one that these tariffs would not survive constitutional  more
Rep. Mike Levin's Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariffs Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mike Levin's Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariffs Ruling * February 20, 2026 Washington D.C.- Today, Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's ruling in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump striking down President Trump's tariffs: "I've opposed Trump's tariff scheme from day one, and not just because it's illegal, but because it's an econo  more
Rep. Pfluger Secures Over $20 Million for Texas-11 Through Community Funding Projects
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Secures Over $20 Million for Texas-11 Through Community Funding Projects * WASHINGTON, DC -Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) secured over $20 million for Texas-11 through Community Funding Projects in this year's appropriations process. Rep. Pfluger strongly believes that Texas priorities deserve their share of federal support, especially when the area provides the critical food secu  more
Rep. Salinas Leads House Agriculture Committee Colleagues in Letter to Trump Administration Requesting Briefing Ahead of USMCA Joint Review
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Andrea Salinas, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Salinas Leads House Agriculture Committee Colleagues in Letter to Trump Administration Requesting Briefing Ahead of USMCA Joint Review * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) led seven of her colleagues in a letter to the U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to request a briefing for the House Agriculture Committee ahead of the joint review of the United State  more
Rep. Sewell Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sewell Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on President Trump's Tariffs * Birmingham - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court ruling rejecting President Trump's sweeping global tariffs: "Today, the Supreme Court affirmed what my Democratic colleagues and I have been arguing all along. President Trump's use of IEEPA (The International Em  more
Rep. Subramanyam Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Subramanyam Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs * WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) released the following statement after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's tariffs: "I applaud the Supreme Court's decision and have said from the very beginning that President Trump's tariffs did not follow the law. What they did do  more
Rep. Sykes: Supreme Court Tariff Ruling is a Win for Families
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Rep. Sykes: Supreme Court tariff ruling is a win for families U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) welcomed today's Supreme Court decision that President Trump, nor any future president, can use emergency powers to impose sweeping global tariffs without congressional approval. The ruling restores Congress's authority over trade policy and offers relief to families and small b  more
Rep. Tokuda Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Tokuda Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), issued the following statement after the Supreme Court decision to strike down the Trump administration's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA): "I applaud the Supreme Court for stopping this executive overreach. The Constitution is  more
Rosen Celebrates Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump's Cost-Raising Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: * * * Rosen Celebrates Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Trump's Cost-Raising Tariffs * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released a statement following the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision declaring many of Donald Trump's broad cost-raising tariffs illegal. A report from the Joint Economic Committee last year found that Trump's tariffs, which he unlawfully implemented without Congress  more
Sanchez on Supreme Court striking down Trump's illegal tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sanchez on Supreme Court striking down Trump's illegal tariffs * WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda T. Sanchez (D-Calif.) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump did not have authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act : "President Trump's global tariffs were illegal from the s  more
SCHNEIDER CELEBRATES SCOTUS STRIKING DOWN TRUMP TARIFFS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * SCHNEIDER CELEBRATES SCOTUS STRIKING DOWN TRUMP TARIFFS * LINCOLNSHIRE, IL - Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, released the following statement responding to the U.S. Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling that Trump's emergency tariffs are illegal: "It's finally Liberation Day. "The Supreme Court has reined in Trump's illegal tariff taxes and delivered a res  more
Scott Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Statement on SCOTUS Striking Down Trump Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs: "Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and trade wars have been chaotic and reckless, raising costs for small businesses and adding roughly $1,700 to American families' expenses since he   more
Sen. Rick Scott Introduces SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act to Stop SNAP Fraud and Abuse
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Introduces SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act to Stop SNAP Fraud and Abuse * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Rick Scott announced the introduction of his SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act. This legislation will ensure the U.S. Department of Agriculture has timely access to state-administered Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) data to combat waste, fraud, an  more
Senator Blunt Rochester Releases Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Senator Blunt Rochester Releases Statement on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today released a statement on the Supreme Court's decision to block President Trump's tariff authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). "The Supre  more
Senator Collins, Bipartisan Group Urge Timely Delivery of TRIO Programs at Education Department
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Collins, Bipartisan Group Urge Timely Delivery of TRIO Programs at Education Department U.S. Senators Susan Collins, Jeff Merkley (D-OR), and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) led a bipartisan group of Senators in writing to U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to urge the timely delivery of federal funds from TRIO grant programs. TRIO is a long-standing set of federal programs that help  more
Senator Coons Statement on Supreme Court Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Senator Coons statement on Supreme Court tariff decision WILMINGTON, Del. - U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs on countries around the world under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act: "Today's decision makes clear that the Constitution   more
Senator King: SCOTUS Decision Deeming Tariffs Unconstitutional Is "Definition of Checks and Balances"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator King: SCOTUS Decision Deeming Tariffs Unconstitutional Is "Definition of Checks and Balances" * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) today released a statement following the Supreme Court's ruling against the White House's sweeping tariffs: "Today's Supreme Court ruling striking down the Trump White House's tariff policies is a civics lesson for both the President and the Co  more
Senator Moody Meets With Florida Farmers Affected by Recent Catastrophic Deep Freeze to Discuss Solutions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Senator Moody Meets with Florida Farmers Affected by Recent Catastrophic Deep Freeze to Discuss Solutions POLK CITY, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody is in Central Florida today meeting with local farmers affected by the recent catastrophic deep freeze. Earlier in the month, Florida experienced a major cold weather event, bringing sub-freezing temperatures for a prolonged period of   more
Senator Murray: "Good Riddance to Trump's Erratic Tariff Regime, Nothing Short of Economic Arson"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Murray: "Good Riddance to Trump's Erratic Tariff Regime, Nothing Short of Economic Arson" * Senator Murray has been outspoken about the harm Trump's tariffs are causing in WA-one of the most trade-dependent states in the country; Murray has held numerous events in every corner of the state to hear from businesses, farmers, and border communities about effects of Trump's trade war Washin  more
Shaheen Statement on SCOTUS Ruling on President Trump's Abuse of Emergency Powers to Impose Sweeping Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Shaheen Statement on SCOTUS Ruling on President Trump's Abuse of Emergency Powers to Impose Sweeping Tariffs * **Last year, Shaheen led more than 30 U.S. Senators in filing an amicus brief challenging the President's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee a  more
Slotkin Announces Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield as State of the Union Guest
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Slotkin Announces Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield as State of the Union Guest * Sheffield Made History as first Black woman elected as Detroit's mayor WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) announced that Mayor Mary Sheffield will be her guest at the 2026 State of the Union. A lifelong Michigander, Mayor Sheffield served on the Detroit City Council for 12 years and was electe  more
Smith Reaffirms Commitment to Fair Trade After Supreme Court Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Smith Reaffirms Commitment to Fair Trade After Supreme Court Decision * Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (NE-03), Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's decision regarding the scope of the President's authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act : "Since day one, President Trump has been committe  more
Statement by Congressman Rob Menendez on ICE's Purchase of Roxbury Warehouse
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Rob Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Statement by Congressman Rob Menendez on ICE's Purchase of Roxbury Warehouse * "ICE's purchase of a warehouse in Roxbury Township - after lying to the public and saying it had not done so earlier this week - is the latest lie and betrayal of the public's trust by the Trump Administration. "DHS and ICE have repeatedly and maliciously lied to the American public while they continue to relentless  more
Statement from Congressman Adam on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Congressman Adam on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement: "Today, the Supreme Court ruled in a 6-3 decision that President Trump's tariffs represent an unconstitutional expansion of executive power and that his reciprocal tariffs on nearly every country are illegal. After months of uncertainty caused by h  more
Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on Supreme Court's Tariff Decision
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. John Mannion, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on Supreme Court's Tariff Decision * SYRACUSE, NY -Congressman John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement: "For the past year, the House and Senate majorities have failed to confront Donald Trump's affordability crisis or defend Congress's Article I authority. Today's decision is a win for American families who have been paying the  more
Statement from U.S. Senator Tina Smith on the Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down President Trump's Sweeping Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tina Flint Smith, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from U.S. Senator Tina Smith on the Supreme Court's Decision to Strike Down President Trump's Sweeping Tariffs * MINNEAPOLIS, MN - U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump's sweeping tariffs in a 6-3 decision: "These tariffs caused an entirely unnecessary and avoidable trade war that hurt a lot of Minnesot  more
STATEMENT: Senator Schiff on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * STATEMENT: Senator Schiff on Supreme Court Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court ruling that the Trump-Vance administration overstepped emergency powers by illegally imposing tariffs against nearly every country in the world without congressional approval: "Today, the Supreme   more
Subramanyam, Kaine Lead Effort Pushing Administration to Make Exemption for International Adoptions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Subramanyam, Kaine Lead Effort Pushing Administration to Make Exemption for International Adoptions * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA-10) and U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) led a bicameral effort to pressure the Trump administration to provide a clear, categorical exemption for adopted children that would allow international adoptions to continue. Earlier this year, the a  more
Subramanyam, Raskin to Bring Family of Epstein Survivor, the Late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, as Guests to Trump's State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Subramanyam, Raskin to Bring Family of Epstein Survivor, the Late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, as Guests to Trump's State of the Union Address * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Representatives Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) and Jamie Raskin (MD-08) announced Sky and Amanda Roberts as their guests to President Donald Trump's February 24 State of the Union Address. Sky and Amanda are the brother and sister-in-l  more
Thompson Commends Executive Order on Critical Crop Inputs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Thompson Commends Executive Order on Critical Crop Inputs House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) issued the following statement applauding President Trump's Executive Order on the necessity of maintaining an adequate supply of glyphosate-based herbicides for national security: "Thank you to President Trump for acknowled  more
THOMPSON COMMENDS SCOTUS RULING STRIKING DOWN TRUMP TARIFFS, ANNOUNCES BILL TO REFUND AMERICANS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * THOMPSON COMMENDS SCOTUS RULING STRIKING DOWN TRUMP TARIFFS, ANNOUNCES BILL TO REFUND AMERICANS * Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling striking down the President's unlawful tariffs: "This ruling is a win for the American people. For over a year, hardworking families and small business owners paid the   more
Tlaib Introduces Bill to Expand Head Start to 11 Million Children
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib Introduces Bill to Expand Head Start to 11 Million Children * DETROIT -As the Trump Administration continues to attack and undermine Head Start, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Chair of the Congressional Mamas' Caucus, alongside Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12), introduced the Head Start for America's Children Act. This is the House companion to Sen. Bernie Sanders ' bill (I-Vt.), Ranki  more
TSA Acting Administrator McNeill Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security released the following testimony by Ha Nguyen McNeill, acting administrator of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration, from a Feb. 11, 2026, hearing entitled "Potential DHS Shutdown Impacts": * * * Chairman Amodei, Ranking Member Cuellar, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the invitation to testify before you today on behalf of the Transportation  more
U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Director Edlow Testifies Before House Homeland Security Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Homeland Security Committee released the following testimony by Joseph B. Edlow, director of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Citizenship and Immigration Services, from a Feb. 10, 2026, hearing on the oversight of the agency: * * * Chairman Garbarino, Ranking Member Thompson, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. I am here to discuss the progress, priorities, and challenges of U.S. Citizens  more
U.S. Customs & Border Protection Commissioner Scott Testifies Before House Homeland Security Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Homeland Security Committee released the following testimony by Rodney S. Scott, commissioner of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection, from a Feb. 10, 2026, hearing on the oversight of the agency: * * * Chairman Garbarino, Ranking Member Thompson, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to discuss U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) immigration enforcement and   more
U.S. Forest Service Announces Retroactive Funding for Secure Rural Schools Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Eli Crane, R-Arizona, issued the following news: * * * U.S. Forest Service Announces Retroactive Funding for Secure Rural Schools Program * Today, the U.S. Forest Service announced $182 million in retroactive Secure Rural Schools (SRS) payments for 2024. This decision follows the December 18, 2025, three-year reauthorization of the program, which was supported by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ). Congress first enacted the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determinat  more
U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Statement on SCOTUS Overturning Trump's Costly Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Statement on SCOTUS Overturning Trump's Costly Tariffs * "Today is a good day for the American people who deserve relief from Trump's wallet-busting tariffs. Floridians are grappling with higher prices for groceries, housing, appliances and electric bills - made worse by Trump's illegal tariffs. Families are paying up to $1700 more per year under the Trump tariffs. The Supre  more
U.S. Rep. Kelly Morrison Releases Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Kelly Morrison, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Kelly Morrison Releases Statement After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, after the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump's sweeping global tariffs are illegal, U.S. Representative Kelly Morrison (MN-03) released the following statement: "This is a big win for the American people. Trump's reckless, corrupt, and illegal tariffs are a disas  more
U.S. Secret Service Deputy Director Quinn Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security released the following testimony by Matthew Quinn, deputy director of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secret Service, from a Feb. 11, 2026, hearing entitled "Potential DHS Shutdown Impacts": * * * Good morning, Chairman Amodei, Ranking Member Cuellar, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss the looming government shutdown and its potential impact on the Uni  more
Updated Data: American Families Have Already Paid More Than $1,700 Each in Tariff Costs Since Trump Entered Office
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * UPDATED DATA: American Families Have Already Paid More Than $1,700 Each in Tariff Costs Since Trump Entered Office Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Updated Report Shows How Tariffs Have Already Cost American Families * Following the Supreme Court's decision today to overturn Trump's tariffs, the Joint Economic Committee - Minorit  more
WA Delegation Supports Governor's Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance Following Historic December Flooding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * WA Delegation Supports Governor's Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance Following Historic December Flooding * Today, Representative Suzan DelBene (WA-01) joined the entire Washington Congressional delegation in urging President Donald Trump to approve Governor Bob Ferguson's request for a Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance to help repair damage from December  more
Walkinshaw, Kaine Lead 21-Member Letter Demanding Force Analysis and Answers on Peace Corps Reorganization, Staffing Cuts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw, Kaine Lead 21-Member Letter Demanding Force Analysis and Answers on Peace Corps Reorganization, Staffing Cuts * U.S. Representative James R. Walkinshaw (D-VA-11) and U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) led a 21-member letter to Peace Corps Acting Director Richard Swarttz requesting detailed information about the agency's ongoing plans to reduce staff and reorganize its structure. The lawmakers  more
Walkinshaw, Kaine Lead 21-Member Letter Demanding Force Analysis and Answers on Peace Corps Reorganization, Staffing Cuts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Walkinshaw, Kaine Lead 21-Member Letter Demanding Force Analysis and Answers on Peace Corps Reorganization, Staffing Cuts Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) and U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va) led a 21-member letter to Peace Corps Acting Director Richard Swarttz requesting detailed information about the agency's ongoing plans to reduce staff and reorganize its structur  more
Warner Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down Trump's Illegal Tariffs * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court voting 6-3 to strike down President Trump's sweeping tariffs imposed on products Americans buy from other countries: "Today's ruling is a win for American families who have been   more
Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Department of Education Reverse Its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Department of Education Reverse Its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine, a member of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, (both D-VA) joined Senate colleagues in urging the Department of Education to immediately reverse the Trump Administration's harmful  more
Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Department of Education Reverse its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Demand Department of Education Reverse its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions * WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine, a member of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, (both D-VA) joined Senate colleagues in urging the Department of Education to immediately reverse the Trump Administration's harmful decisi  more
Warnock Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down President Trump's Illegal Tariff Policy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Warnock Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down President Trump's Illegal Tariff Policy * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), the top Democrat on the Senate Finance subcommittee that oversees tariffs, released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff strategy illegal. "This ruling is welcome   more
Warren Response to Trump Press Conference on Chaotic Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2026: * * * Warren Response to Trump Press Conference on Chaotic Tariffs U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, released the following statement: "Donald Trump illegally stole money from the American people. He should give it back to  more
Warren Statement on Supreme Court Trump Tariffs Ruling
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Warren Statement on Supreme Court Trump Tariffs Ruling U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, released the following statement: "No Supreme Court decision can undo the massive damage that the Trump tariffs have done to small businesses, to  more
Warren, Sanders, Murray, Baldwin Call for Watchdog Investigation of Trump's Efforts to Dismantle Education Department
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren, Sanders, Murray, Baldwin Call for Watchdog Investigation of Trump's Efforts to Dismantle Education Department * Senators warn moving critical programs to agencies with no education policy experience could delay funding, increase administrative burden, raise program costs Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.); Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Ra  more
Welch Welcomes Supreme Court's Ruling Striking Down Trump's Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Welch Welcomes Supreme Court's Ruling Striking Down Trump's Tariffs * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, today welcomed the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling to strike down President Trump's reckless, global tariffs, which were imposed illegally under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA): "President Trump's tariffs were unconst  more
Whip Clark Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Whip Clark Statement on Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Trump Tariffs * MALDEN, MA -Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision to strike down Donald Trump's illegal tariffs: "The Supreme Court has affirmed what the American people already know: Donald Trump's tariffs are an illegal tax on working families. "Trump promised  more
Wyden on Supreme Court Striking Down Illegal Trump Tariffs: "A Win for American Families and Small Businesses"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden on Supreme Court Striking Down Illegal Trump Tariffs: "A Win for American Families and Small Businesses" Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden, D-Ore., released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court voting 6-3 to strike down billions of dollars' worth of tariffs that Donald Trump imposed recklessly on products Americans buy fro  more
Wyden, Colleagues Launch Investigation into Trump Labor Department Slashing Worker Protections, Putting American Workers at Risk
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden, Colleagues Launch Investigation into Trump Labor Department Slashing Worker Protections, Putting American Workers at Risk U.S. Senator Ron Wyden said today he has joined Senate colleagues in launching a new investigation into the federal Department of Labor after releasing new data revealing the Trump administration's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) performed 20% fewer inspect  more
Wyden, Merkley, Dexter, Colleagues Demand Accountability for Israel's Detention and Abuse of Palestinian-American Teenager Mohammed Ibrahim
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden, Merkley, Dexter, Colleagues Demand Accountability for Israel's Detention and Abuse of Palestinian-American Teenager Mohammed Ibrahim This week marks one year since Israeli forces arrested and detained Mohammed Ibrahim, a U.S. citizen, for ten months * U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley with U.S. Representative Maxine Dexter today joined Senate and House colleagues to demand accountabi  more
Wyden, Merkley, Dexter, Colleagues Demand Accountability for Israel's Detention and Abuse of Palestinian-American Teenager Mohammed Ibrahim
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden, Merkley, Dexter, Colleagues Demand Accountability for Israel's Detention and Abuse of Palestinian-American Teenager Mohammed Ibrahim This week marks one year since Israeli forces arrested and detained Mohammed Ibrahim, a U.S. citizen, for ten months * U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley with U.S. Representative Maxine Dexter today joined Senate and House colleagues to demand accountabilit  more
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