Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez announced her submission to the Congressional 250th Anniversary Time Capsule: A hand carved Tenino sandstone apple. This apple is made from a type of sandstone quarried in her district in Southwest Washington, and was carved by Master Stone Carver Keith Phillips of the Tenino Stone Carvers […] The post Gluesenkamp Perez Includes Tenino Sandstone Apple in the Congressional America 250 Time Capsule appeared first on Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.

BRONX, NY – Earlier this month, Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) sent a letter to Adela Livingston, Bronx Executive Postmaster, raising serious concerns about delayed mail delivery, chronic understaffing, and operational practices within the New York District of the United States Postal Service that are affecting service reliability for Bronx residents and New Yorkers citywide. The […] The post Rep. Ritchie Torres Presses Bronx Postmaster on Mail Delays and Chronic Understaffing at USPS appeared first on Torres.

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper to discuss the upcoming primetime address by President Trump and the latest exposure of President Trump’s corruption and insider trading scandals.  Schiff also continued his condemnation of President Trump’s incompetent handling of the illegal Iran war, emphasizing the need to pass a War Powers Resolution to check the president’s power.   View the full interview here. Key Excerpts:  On Trump’s new corrupt Truth Social self-enrichment scheme:   […] What […]

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) sent a letter to Postmaster General David Steiner and United States Postal Service (USPS) Inspector General Tammy Hull demanding they thoroughly investigate a recent incident in which more than 30 mail-in ballots from Douglas and Lyon counties were not counted after […] The post Rosen, Cortez Masto Demand Investigation of USPS’s Failure to Deliver Mail Ballots from Lyon and Douglas Counties appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

Before his death, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) secured an agreement with the White House on new text to bring sweeping sanctions against the enablers of Russia’s war in Ukraine Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Darline Graham (R-S.C.) who led more than 60 members of the […]

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on Republicans’ slate of policies making cuts to humanitarian aid and promoting isolationism: Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “I voted no on the Massie amendment and the underlying bill yesterday because they were poorly written and overly broad. The bill would make across-the-board cuts […] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement Opposing Republicans’ Cuts to International Aid appeared first on Nikema Williams.

The MERIT Act comes as an unqualified loyalist of President Trump serves as acting DNI– and while the broader weaponization of the intelligence community is at risk WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) introduced the Minimum Experience Requirements for Intelligence Transition (MERIT) Act, legislation that would require any individual serving as Director of National Intelligence (DNI),including in an acting or interim […] The post Slotkin Introduces MERIT Act to Require National Security Experience for Intelligence Leadership appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin.

Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet, John Hickenlooper, a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), and Congressman Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) celebrated the unanimous passage of their Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act (S. 2754) out of ENR. This legislation transfers ownership of the Crystal Reservoir and the associated dam […] The post Bennet, Hickenlooper, Hurd’s Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act Unanimously Passes Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

Today, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and John Boozman (R-AR) introduced historic bipartisan legislation to expand Americans’ access to paid family and medical leave. The More Paid Leave for More Americans Act would establish a competitive grant program for states that provide a minimum of six weeks of parental, caregiving, or medical leave, and it would create an interstate working group to coordinate and […] The post Gillibrand, Boozman Introduce Landmark Bipartisan Bill To Expand Paid Family And Medical Leave appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) introduced… The post CLARKE INTRODUCES BILL TO CREATE INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING appeared first on Congresswoman Yvette Clarke.

Watch the full exchange HERE. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) pushed Trump’s nominee for Ambassador to Slovakia, Doug Mastriano, to denounce his previous antisemitic statements. Mastriano has compared abortion and his gubernatorial campaign loss to the Holocaust, and has kept close ties to a […] The post Rosen Pushes Trump Ambassador Nominee to Denounce Past Holocaust Statements appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

Today, after Republicans voted to block her legislation to end the Trump administration’s WISeR pilot program, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to deny seniors’ medical claims, Senate Aging Committee Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) released the following statement: “Allowing AI to continue to delay and deny seniors’ medical care is completely immoral and absolutely unacceptable. […] The post Gillibrand Statement On Republicans Voting To Allow AI To Deny Medical Care To Seniors appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and John Curtis (R-UT), and U.S. Representatives Cliff Bentz (R-OR-02) and Val Hoyle (D-OR-04) introduced the McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act, with support from U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), and Tim Sheehy (R-MT). The new bipartisan legislation would […] The post NEW: Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Aviation Safety After Slackline-Helicopter Tragedy appeared first on Merkley.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), and Pat Ryan (NY-18), co-chairs of the Monopoly Busters Caucus, are introducing the Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, legislation to break up dominant meatpacking monopolies, rein in foreign-controlled corporate giants, and… The post Jayapal, Deluzio, Ryan Introduce Legislation to Break Up Meatpacking Monopolies, Drive Down Grocery Costs appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.

“So, until we are able to codify gender equality in the Constitution, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies have supported women... The post Pressley Blasts GOP Anti-Woman Agenda, Attacks on DEIA appeared first on Ayanna Pressley.

Watch Here. Today, ahead of President Trump’s “speech,” U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) – who will be spending all of Friday traveling across New York talking about grocery prices – released the following statement and video: “At a time when families are paying more for less under this administration, instead of focusing on improving their […] The post Gillibrand Statement On Trump’s Primetime Waste of Time appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Thursday, July 16, 2026, ahead of President Trump’s primetime address in which he is expected to revive claims of fraud and foreign interference in the 2020 election, Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), joined by House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Democrats, sent a letter to Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte, CIA […] The post RELEASE: Rep. Gottheimer, House Intelligence Committee Democrats Warn Against Weaponizing Declassified Intelligence Ahead of Trump Address appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

Washington, D.C. — Today, for the second time, U.S. House Republicans were forced to withdraw a flawed Republican bill, H.R. 9237, from floor consideration. This followed strong opposition from members of the Democratic Veterans Caucus highlighting how the bill would represent the largest cut to veterans’ benefits in history, including cutting benefits for common conditions like […] The post Goodlander, Democratic Veterans Celebrate Defeat of Republican Attack on Veterans’ Benefits appeared first on Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined advocates from Protect Our Care to launch the Sick Of It! campaign to hold Republicans accountable for their healthcare cuts and deliver an agenda for working families. Below is a transcript of her remarks: “Here’s what the Republican Party is about to find out. That […]

Washington, D.C. – Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) reintroduced legislation to protect students from predatory higher-education programs—which are often run by for-profit colleges—that target financially vulnerable students, leave borrowers buried in debt, and force taxpayers to foot the bill for federal aid that never delivered on its promise. […] The post Merkley, Krishnamoorthi Fight Back Against Predatory For-Profit Colleges Scamming Students with Worthless College Degrees appeared first on Merkley.

Murray: “People choose Traditional Medicare because they want to make their health care decisions with their doctor—not with a private company that’s out to make a profit.” ICYMI: Murray, Cantwell Introduce Resolution to Overturn A.I.-Driven Program That’s Overruling WA Doctors & Delaying Care for Seniors ***WATCH: Senator Murray’s full speech*** Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. […] The post On Senate Floor, Murray Urges Colleagues to End Trump Administration’s AI Program that is Delaying and Denying Seniors’ Health Care appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) is leading a congressional effortto increase transparency and accountability at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), address staffing shortages at VA facilities across the country, and ensure veterans receive the timely, quality care they have earned. This effort comes after Vindman heard from more than 200 Virginians who participated in a district-wide survey about their experiences accessing VA services. Currently, veterans seeking care […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Rep. Seth Moulton (MA-06) introduced the Duty of Transparency Act, legislation that would require Members of Congress to give constituents timely notice of an extended absence from voting. The full bill text is attached. Under the bill, a Member who has a reasonable belief that they […] The post Reps. Torres and Moulton Introduce the Duty of Transparency Act to Require Timely Notice for Extended Congressional Absences appeared first on Torres.

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that while House Republicans are ignoring the needs of everyday Americans, House Democrats remain committed to driving down the high cost of living and making life better for the American people. LEADER JEFFRIES: A few moments ago, yet again, another reckless Republican […]

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) held a virtual press conference to slam the Trump administration’s dangerous rollbacks of gun safety regulations. “Earlier this month, devastating mass shootings turned Fourth of July celebrations in nine states into a series of tragedies. Instead of taking action to protect our families, the Trump administration is rolling back […] The post Gillibrand Holds Virtual Press Conference Slamming Trump Administration’s Dangerous Rollbacks Of Gun Safety Regulations appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, is introducing Orlin’s Law, legislation named for Orlin Hernandez Reyes. Three-year-old Orlin was murdered after his mother was deported and he… The post Jayapal Introduces Orlin’s Law Calling for the Protection of Children of Immigrants appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.

***WATCH: Senator Murray’s full questioning*** ***WATCH and READ: Senator Murray’s full opening remarks*** Washington, D.C. — Today—at a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) hearing to consider Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Labor—U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), a senior member and former chair of the HELP committee, grilled Trump’s nominee Acting Secretary of […] The post At HELP Hearing, Murray Grills Trump’s Secretary of Labor Nominee on Wasteful Interagency Agreements, Trump’s Anti-Worker Agenda appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

July 16, 2026   WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), questioned Keith Sonderling, nominee for Secretary of Labor.  “When we last met and had our last exchange, it was in February, and it was at that time that I asked you a question about whether collective bargaining agreements were legally enforceable. You shared with me that […]

Washington, D.C. – Today, during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing concerning Todd Blanche’s nomination to be Attorney General, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) pressed former Attorney General John Ashcroft, who testified in support of Blanche, on whether he agrees with Blanche’s assessment that the president is entitled to use the Justice Department to prosecute his political enemies.  Schiff also questioned Ashcroft on whether he had ever had a grand […]

Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley—a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee—announced today the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026 cleared a key hurdle by passing out of the EPW Committee. WRDA is critical, bipartisan legislation that authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects and policy […] The post Merkley: Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill Advances in the U.S. Senate, Includes Key Priorities for Oregon appeared first on Merkley.

Washington, D.C. — Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, sent a letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright calling on him to immediately halt the Department of Energy’s […] The post Murray, Kaptur Blast DOE for Illegally Funneling Carbon Capture Funds to Prop Up Coal Plants, Demand Department Halts Plans appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

Watch the Full Interview HERE. WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined NewsNation’s Alicia Neves to discuss the recent ICE killings and Trump’s abrupt reversal of ICE’s pause in conducting traffic stops. In the last week, ICE has killed people in Maine and in Texas during traffic stop operations, both of whom were […] The post ICYMI: Rosen Joins NewsNation to Discuss Recent ICE Shootings, Trump’s Reversal of ICE Traffic Stop Suspension appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

***WATCH: Senator Murray’s full opening remarks*** Washington, D.C. — Today—at a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) hearing to consider Keith Sonderling’s nomination to be Secretary of Labor—U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), a senior member and former chair of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), delivered the following opening […] The post Sen. Murray’s Opening Remarks at HELP Hearing on Keith Sonderling’s Nomination to be Secretary of Labor appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

July 16, 2026   WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, questioned Russell Vought, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) during the hearing “The CFPB Semi-Annual Report: A New Day at the CFPB Through Reform.”   “The 160,000 federal employees in my state – these are the patriots of our country who have worked for decades. They did not care whether […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), and Jon Husted (R-Ohio) introduced the New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency (NO BOSS) Act today, legislation that would modernize the Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) program so that laid off workers can more easily receive their normal unemployment insurance even while working full-time to start […]