Press Releases

Just hours after returning to Maine from San Antonio, Texas, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) shared news that a federal district court judge has ordered Olivia Andre’s release from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing center in Dilley, Texas. According to Olivia’s lawyer, Elora Mukherjee, the judge’s order states she must be released by no later than Friday, May 8.  “I am overwhelmed with joy and relief that Olivia will finally be released and reunited with her family. Yesterday, I sat with Olivia in Dilley and heard how she struggled through every second of

Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in Massachusetts' Third District. The winners were announced at her annual art competition reception held at The Chelmsford Center for the Arts. “Every year, this competition reminds me just how much talent we have right here in the Third District,” said Congresswoman Trahan. "Nate's painting stopped me in my tracks – there's a real stillness and maturity to it that you don't expect from a high school student. I'm so proud of him and every student who had the courage to put their work in

Nadler, 250+ Democrats Fight To Protect Mifepristone Access, Women’s Health Care, And FDA Authority   Washington, D.C. —More than 250 House and Senate Democrats, including Congressman Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), filed an amicus brief to the Supreme Court urging them to overturn a Fifth Circuit decision that would upend the FDA approval proc

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-06), Stephanie Bice (R-OK-05) and Maria Salazar (R-FL-27) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to expand access to donated breast milk for medically vulnerable infants at nonprofit milk banks nationwide. The Access to Donor Milk Act would allow state agencies to support donor milk programs with Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), enable nonprofit milk banks to ramp up production in critical shortages, promote the benefits of and need for donor milk, and solve wonky regulation issues

An incredibly thoughtful and nuanced conversation with constituents representing J Street. We talked peace through diplomacy, humanitarian aid to the West Bank, antisemitism, Iran, Voting rights and many other important topics. Grateful to represent such a diverse district where my constituents are engaged in vibrant, respectful debate and want to be part of the solution.

For Immediate Release                             Contact: Tionee Scotland May 6, 2026                                                    202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT MOURNS THE PASSING OF FORMER SENATOR RONALD RUSSELL U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement on the passing of former Senator Ronald E. Russell: "It is with a heavy heart that I share my deepest condolences on the passing of former Senate President Ronald E. Russell Esq., a man whose life was a testament to the profound impact one person can have on an

WASHINGTON—Today, Representative James P. McGovern, Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, led a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressing concern over reports that the Administration is considering designating two Brazilian criminal groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). They warned such a move could undermine U.S.-Brazil relations and hinder effective strategies to combat transnational crime. “We are concerned the Trump Administration’s overuse and weaponization of Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) designations without meeting the clear statutory thresh

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 22 other members of Congress in a congressional push demanding President Trump reverse his efforts to dismantle programs that support minority-owned small businesses. On March 26, 2026, Trump signed the executive order “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors,” which does not protect against discrimination but instead reinstitutionalizes it. […] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams Demands Trump Reverse Ending Programs that Support Minority-Owned Small Businesses appeared first on Nikema Williams.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5 May 2026 Contact: jin.choi@mail.house.gov Congresswoman Barragán Holds Community Conversation to Talk About Trump and Republicans’ Harmful Policies  San Pedro,...

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, pressing him for clearer answers on whether Nvidia H200 semiconductors have been licensed for export or shipped to the People’s Republic of China following a hearing where Secretary Lutnick claimed none of these chips had been exported to China. The […]

WATCH HERE By Areta Odiah, 22 News LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WWLP) – Jenny Lu, a senior at Longmeadow High School, has been named the state’s winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Lu’s artwork was selected from more than 30 submissions in the annual competition. Congressman Richard Neal, school staff and Lu’s family gathered at the […]

WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The first F-35 stealth fighter jet is scheduled to arrive at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield next month, in June. This event is eagerly anticipated by both the base and the city. The arrival of the new aircraft reinforces Barnes’ role in […]

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) introduced legislation to designate May 4, 2026, through May 8, 2026, as Teacher Appreciation Week. The legislation affirms that public school teachers should have a seat at the table in education policymaking at all levels, including federal, state, and local decision-making. Teachers are the cornerstone of the American education system, providing essential knowledge, skills, and guidance to the next generation. There has been an unprecedented attack by the current Administration against teachers, public education, the Department o

Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) is once again calling for the release of her constituent, Olivia Andre, from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing center in Dilley, Texas following an official Congressional oversight visit on Tuesday. Pingree—along with colleagues U.S. Representatives Joaquin Castro (D-Texas), Henry Cuellar (D-Texas), Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas), Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.), Christian Menefee (D-Texas.), and Mark Takano (D-Calif.)—held a press conference where they detailed what they witnessed at the Dilley facility and shared stories of those

Yesterday, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03) led the bipartisan introduction of the Campus Lifeline Act of 2026, legislation aiming to expand awareness and access to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for students and young adults. Trahan was joined by Representatives Erin Houchin (R-IN-09), David Valadao (R-CA-22), and Mark Pocan (D-WI-02). “Every young person deserves access to compassionate, lifesaving mental health care when they need it most,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “I was proud to lead the Garrett Lee Smith Reauthorization Act to strengthen and expand suicide prevention programs f

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) nominated 20 projects in Washington’s 1st Congressional District for dedicated Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) funding. The projects, totaling over $52 million, include road and trail upgrades, water infrastructure projects, and public safety improvements. Members of Congress can submit local projects for dedicated federal funding. Project submissions came directly from non-profit, city, county, and Tribal entities. The projects are vetted and funding amounts are negotiated as a part of the annual government funding process. Since this process was allowed

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) introduced the Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act to smooth servicemembers’ transition into civilian life, or the reserves, and ensure they get the support they and their families need. Sens. Ossoff and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. Senate.   The new bill would designate a senior Department of Defense (DoD) official to serve as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense overseeing all programs and activities related to transitioning servicemembers. The official

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL) voted against a partisan Farm Bill that fails to meet the needs of rural communities and working families. Rep. Balint offered two amendments related to affordable housing and both were rejected by House Republicans.    Every five years, Congress reauthorizes the Farm Bill, which impacts both farmers and families across the country. But the bill passed by House Republicans last week locks in cuts to SNAP that take food assistance away from millions, while failing to deliver meaningful relief for small and midsize farmer

Fort Bend County congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher said she applauds a bill to end the DHS shutdown without funding ICE or Customs and Border Patrol. On Thursday, the House of Representatives passed the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7147, Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, a bill that funds the Department of Homeland Security through Fiscal Year 2026. This bill does not include funding for enforcement actions by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, which collectively received an unprecedented $170 billion for immigration and border enf

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 16 other members of Congress in condemning the Department of Justice for its prosecution efforts of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). On Tuesday, April 21, the Department of Justice sought and obtained an indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center on 11 counts of wire and […] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams Condemns the Prosecution of Southern Poverty Law Center appeared first on Nikema Williams.