Press Releases

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led the Colorado Democratic delegation in demanding answers from President Donald Trump about his Administration’s plan to lower gasoline prices. Recent reports show Colorado is now one of the ten most expensive gasoline markets in the nation, with prices surpassing $4.76 per gallon — more than 60 percent higher than before the conflict and the highest increase in six decades.    Analysts warn prices could continue rising throughout the summer travel season, further straining family budgets already stretched by the rising c

Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for a resolution to direct President Trump to terminate the use of the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly makes a declaration of war or authorizes use of military force against Iran (H.Con.Res. 86). “The United States Constitution states clearly that Congress has the sole authority and solemn responsibility to declare war.  It is a foundational principle of American democracy, designed to ensure that the American people have a say in decisions of war and peace through their elected representat

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on June 3 transferring roughly 8,000 career federal positions into the newly created Schedule Policy/Career classification. The move makes it easier for the Trump administration to fire employees in policy-making positions who are not carrying out their job duties effectively. The order follows a final rule published by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in February that officially established Schedule Policy/Career in the excepted service. “This is very much about accountability,” OPM Director Scott Kupor told reporters during a press bri

WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) demanded answers from Secretary of State Marco Rubio over mounting evidence that Trump administration officials Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are personally profiting from foreign business dealings with the very governments they are tasked to negotiate with on behalf of the United States. Stanton highlighted that UAE royal and National Security Advisor, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, purchased a 49 percent stake in World Liberty Financial — a cryptocurrency firm co-founded by Witkoff, President Trump, and his sons — for

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and John Moolenaar (R-MI-02), Chairman of the Select Committee on China, introduced the Biotech Investment National Security Act (BINSA). This legislation would ensure American investment in adversary biotechnology is subject to the review requirements of the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security (COINS) Act. This would apply to biotechnology, including pharmaceutical development, biologics manufacturing, and clinical research and development. “Biotechnology will shape the future of medicine, agriculture, manufacturing, and national s

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) today announced the introduction of the Postal Data Privacy Act, legislation that requires law enforcement to obtain a court order to legally access certain postal information through the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS). Current law states that law enforcement agencies can request a “mail cover” investigation from USPIS without a stated reason, and if approved, postal workers can record information on the exterior of letters and parcels before delivery and provide it to the requesting law enforcement agency. This information ca

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), founder and co-chair of the Federal Workforce Caucus, released the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s latest action targeting the merit-based civil service. "Today's action is another assault on the merit-based civil service. President Trump is taking another step toward purging experienced, nonpartisan public servants and replacing them with political loyalists, while weakening protections for employees who expose waste, fraud, abuse, and misconduct. The federal workforce serves the American peop

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, introduced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Accountability Act of 2026 today, requiring DHS to notify Congress within 72 hours of any serious bodily injury or death involving individuals in federal custody or caused by the actions of DHS personnel such as agents of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. The bill also requires an independent and thorough investigation into each incident and for a report to be shared with Congress. The legi

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Gomez breaks down the Iran War Powers Resolution and what it means moving forward:  Watch full video here

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following House passage of the Iran War Powers Resolution, Rep. Gomez released the following statement:  “This was the fourth time I voted to end Trump’s reckless war in Iran, and today, after months of delays, procedural roadblocks, and even an attempt by Republicans to cancel the vote altogether, the American people’s representatives passed this resolution and made their position undeniable: Trump must end this war.   “Trump blew past the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution, then tried to tell the American people this war was suddenly ‘over’ while U.S.

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on the Trump administration’s latest illegal tariffs scheme: “This latest move from the administration is nothing more than a sham effort to reimpose Trump’s illegal tariffs that the Supreme Court struck down. Trump made clear after the ruling that he would try to find new authorities to continue his damaging trade agenda. This is not a thoughtful investigation into forced labor. It’s Trump’s latest attempt to act like a king and go around Congress to get his way. Families and small businesses will ultimately pay the

Today, Congresswomen Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) introduced legislation to expand opportunities for veterans to gain long-term, good-paying manufacturing jobs by boosting training options for service members transitioning from military to civilian life. The Manufacturing Jobs for Veterans Act would invest $50 million into creating veteran manufacturing pilot programs that will offer targeted training and apprenticeships from employers and labor-management organizations. According to the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 296,000 veteran

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL) today released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted 215–208 to pass a War Powers Resolution directing the President to end U.S. military involvement in Iran without explicit authorization from Congress. Four Republicans joined Democrats in the vote, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke of the administration.  “When I introduced a War Powers Resolution in April, it was because Congress cannot continue to sit on the sidelines while our country is dragged into an unauthorized war. Today’s vote is a long-overdue

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) reintroduced the Defective Firearms Protection Act, a bill that would address safety defects in firearms similarly to any other consumer product by issuing safety warnings and recalls if necessary. Currently, firearms are excluded from the definition of a consumer product, which prohibits the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)from addressing safety issues in firearms. The timing of the bill coincides with Gun Violence Prevention Month.  “Every product sold in America, except guns, is subject to federal health and safety regulations. This me

Birmingham, AL — Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office will host a series of Mobile Office Hours throughout Alabama’s 7th Congressional District during the month of June 2026. These events are designed to bring constituent services directly into local communities, offering residents the opportunity to meet with congressional staff and receive assistance with federal programs and services. “Our team is excited to continue assisting constituents and meeting Alabamians where they are,” said Rep. Sewell. “If you need help navigating federal programs and services, we hope

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, June 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the House Commission on AI, and Ranking Member of the National Security Agency & Cyber Subcommittee on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement: “While today’s White House Executive Order represents a step in the right direction toward protecting America […] The post STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on White House AI Executive Order appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

Leader Jeffries on priorities for House Democrats: “We have made clear from the very beginning as House Democrats that we needed to do two things at the same period of time. One, push back against the extremism, which very early on in the Trump administration, it was clear, Republicans and the administration were gonna try to […]

LEADER JEFFRIES: House Democrats remain focused on making life more affordable for the American people. Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one. Costs haven’t gone down in the United States of America. Costs have gone up. The affordability crisis is real. It is not a hoax. And far too many people across this country, millions of […]

Senators Express Concerns Over Negative Impacts On International Tourism Into the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) led Democratic Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Peter Welch (D-VT), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Adam Schiff (D-CA) in a letter demanding that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of the […] The post Rosen Leads Democrats Demanding Trump Administration to Reverse Rule Authorizing Social Media Review for Tourists appeared first on Jacky Rosen.