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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) joined her Senate Democratic colleagues in cosponsoring the End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act, legislation that would revoke and refund Trump’s latest barrage of tariffs and repeal the archaic authorities he has used to continue his trade war. This legislation would apply to Trump’s newest global tariffs of 10-12.5% […] The post Slotkin Supports Bill to End Trump’s Tariffs that Cost Michiganders More Than Any Other State appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin.

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries issued the following statement: Our Jewish brothers and sisters deserve safety and security on campuses across the nation, and I continue to oppose the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. Unfortunately, H.R. 4795 is a poorly-written Republican bill that does not achieve that goal. Instead, it would provide Donald Trump […]

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that while Donald Trump and Republicans continue to prioritize the interests of their wealthy donors, Democrats are committed to rooting out Republican corruption and lowering the cost of living for everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one, […]

WASHINGTON — This week, Rep. David Schweikert, R-Ariz., and Rep. Don Beyer, D-Va., introduced the Advancing American Innovation Act, bipartisan...

CANADA – This week, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) sat down with Vassy Kapelos of CTV National News to discuss the importance of bilateral trade for Arizona, the most recent trade war’s effects on America and Canada’s alliance, and Pete Hegseth’s recent comments towards Canadian Cadets. He made the below statements: On Arizona’s and Canada’s economic connection: “Everyone thinks Arizona […]

Journalist and activist Gloria Steinem dedicated her life to fighting for women’s rights, from reproductive freedom to workplace equality. Now, after her death at age 92, notable figures from politics to pop culture are offering their remembrances — and personal thanks — to the feminist icon. They’re also vowing to continue her work. “She pushed […]

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today introduced legislation to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for individuals from El Salvador for 18 months beginning September 6, 2026, ensuring Salvadoran TPS holders can continue living and working legally in the United States while conditions in El Salvador remain unsafe. “As a refugee from Soviet Ukraine, I understand that forcing families back into dangerous and unstable […]

Above: Gottheimer speaks on the House floor in favor of the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, September 3, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act, authored by U.S. Representatives Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Virginia Foxx (NC-5), by a vote of 237-169. The legislation prohibits colleges and […] The post RELEASE: House Passes Gottheimer, Foxx Bipartisan Bill to Hold Higher Education Accountable for Hate-Driven BDS Activity that Targets Jewish Students and Professors appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

Gillibrand: “It is unconscionable to extend troop deployments and continue to waste tens of billions of taxpayer dollars on their failed war, launched without a clear mission, coherent strategy, or exit plan.” U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), member of the Senate Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, issued the following statement on the Wall Street Journal […] The post Gillibrand Statement On Hegseth Extending Mideast Deployments Into 2027 appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

“We respectfully urge you to quickly approve the Governor’s request for a major disaster declaration for the State of Ohio to help our constituents begin the process of rebuilding.” COLUMBUS – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) and Rep. Troy Balderson (R-Ohio) today in urging President Donald Trump and the Federal Emergency […]

Above: Gottheimer conducts a Telephone Town Hall with North Jersey families. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last night, Wednesday, September 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) hosted a Telephone Town Hall with thousands of North Jersey constituents to discuss his efforts to lower the cost of childcare and learning centers, support our first responders, lower health care […] The post RELEASE: Gottheimer Hosts Telephone Town Hall to Discuss Affordability appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

FARGO, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today held a roundtable with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Administrator Derek Barrs on efforts to expand the recruitment, training and retention of […]

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI – Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement praising President Trump’s approval of nearly $20 million in...

Federal funding will help repair bridge damaged by Island Fire in La Paz County WASHINGTON – Today, Senators Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation will provide $4.25 million in emergency funding to the Bureau of Reclamation to help repair and rebuild the Lower Cibola Bridge in La Paz County after it was damaged […]

“I urge you to act swiftly to ensure that no other family is devastated by the consequences of these failed policies.” COLUMBUS – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today wrote to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin urging the departments to prohibit states from issuing “drive-only” […]

“Cleveland is leading the way in preparing the next generation of health care professionals and advancing the medical breakthroughs that will improve lives here in Ohio and around the world.” CLEVELAND – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) visited Kent State University’s Independence Campus and joined Cleveland Clinic leadership to celebrate the opening of two new state-of-the-art […]

Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Task Force, introduced the bipartisan 988 Implementation Act, a comprehensive bipartisan legislative package that will provide states with federal funding and resources to build a crisis response infrastructure behind the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The legislative package is also co-led by Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA-07) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01). “Calling 988 takes courage, and answering takes patience and care. Our job is to support both,” said Congresswo

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09), in partnership with the American Center for Law & Justice (ACLJ), filed a Supreme Court amicus brief in the case Viramontes v. Cook County (consolidated with Grant v. Higgins), a major Second Amendment case addressing the constitutionality of semi-automatic rifles. More than 60 House Republicans joined Rep. Clyde on the brief. In Viramontes v. Cook County, the U.S. Supreme Court is weighing whether the Second Amendment protects the right to possess semi-automatic rifles such as AR-15s, after Cook County, Illinois and the State of Conn

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $750,993. The funding supports research of pulse-echo speed-of-sound imaging technologies. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Technological innovation studies at Virginia Tech project American strength in health care and science. “This HHS grant for more than $750,000 helps Virginia Tech assess pulse-echo technologies for the benefit of health care providers and patients.” BACKGROUND As a member of t

Congressman Don Beyer, who represents a Northern Virginia district that is home to many of the former U.S. Agency For International Development (USAID) employees who were fired by President Trump, Elon Musk, and DOGE through no fault of their own last year, spoke yesterday evening on the House floor on the short- and long-term impacts of dismantling the United States’ largest foreign assistance agency. Along with Representative Beyer, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL), Jim McGovern (D-MA), Gabe Amo (D-RI), Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), Madeleine Dean (D-PA), and Brad Sherman (D-CA) spoke in supp

With Rep. Chris Smith’s (R-NJ) full support and vote, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026 (HR 4795). HR 4795 blocks federal higher education funding for U.S. colleges and universities that engage in non-expressive commercial boycotts—defined as “commercial action[s] (including engaging in refusals to deal and terminating business activities) that [are] intended to limit commercial relations… and [are] not based on a valid business reason”—of Israel, a major strategic partner, and/or prohibit students and faculty from participatin

U.S. Representatives Don Beyer (D-VA) and Lauren Boebert (R-CO) today introduced the bipartisan Kids Safety on Set Act to implement mandatory criminal background checks for entertainment professionals who have supervisory roles over or spend significant time with minors and impose penalties on productions that fail to comply. “Children across the entertainment industry have been vulnerable to mistreatment and abuse for far too long, and as the entertainment industry continues to grow, we need basic federal protections to keep child performers safe. Child performers deserve safe work environmen

Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) introduced the DHS Community Consultation Act of 2026, a bill that would create new requirements for the Department of Homeland Security before building or establishing immigration detention facilities. “It’s far too easy for the federal government to create chaos and confusion and leave communities in the dark,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “Socorro and the greater El Paso region — along with other communities across the country — learned about DHS’s secretive plans to utilize warehouses to detain people only once it was too late. The federal gover

Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced $2,023,573 in new federal funding for three community colleges across the Third District. The money comes from three U.S. Department of Education programs that help first-generation, low-income, and nontraditional students get to college, stay enrolled, and graduate. “For so many students, community college is where a bigger future begins. It's the first person in a family to earn a degree, the parent going back to school, the worker learning a new trade. This funding helps more of them finish what they started,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “I'

Reps. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) are introducing a new bill Thursday, first shared with Axios, aimed at securing AI agents amid a growing number of safety incidentsinvolving rogue agents. Why it matters: Washington has been slow to respond to the safety and security concerns raised by OpenAI's Hugging Face hack and other testing incidents involving agents that took unauthorized actions over the last two months. Driving the news: The Stop Rogue AI Act directs Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop and publish standards, guidelines and best pr

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), a longtime leader in the global fight against human trafficking, today commemorated the 188th anniversary of famed abolitionist and statesman Frederick Douglass’ escape from slavery on September 3rd, 1838. “Today, we mark 188 years since former slave Frederick Douglass—one of the most influential and awe-inspiring figures in American history—courageously self-emancipated from the shackles of slavery,” said Smith, a staunch and prolific human rights lawmaker. “After attaining freedom in New York City, Frederick dedicated the rest of his life to the noble cause of abolis

Today, Reps. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chairman of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), and John Moolenaar (R-MI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on China, led six lawmakers in a letter to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, requesting a briefing on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) efforts to prevent goods linked to forced labor from entering the United States, as well as an update on the agency’s actions to implement and enforce the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). The letter marks another effort led by Rep. Smith—the origin

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Becca Balint (VT-AL), a member of Congress’s bipartisan Mental Health Caucus, and Doris Matsui (CA-7), a member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, today introduced the 988 and 911 Integration Act. This bill, which is part of the larger, bipartisan 988 Implementation Act being introduced today by Reps. Doris Matsui (CA-7) and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) would establish a panel, jointly convened by the Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Justice, to make recommendations on integrating 988 and 911 services. The panel would include

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY-20) led 35 House colleagues in a letter to the National Science Foundation (NSF) calling for the agency to rescind its planned revisions for the Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, now titled Guidance on Financial Assistance (GFA). The proposed revisions significantly change the policy framework that governs how researchers and institutes apply for NSF funding, how proposals are reviewed, and what federal funds can be used for. These changes follow an onslaught of attacks by the Trump administration against science and

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12), along with Senators Jon Husted (R-OH) and Bernie Moreno (R-OH), sent a letter today to President Donald Trump urging the swift approval of Governor Mike DeWine’s request for a major disaster declaration for Ohio following devastating storms and flooding that moved through state on August 10-23, 2026. The letter backs the request made on September 2, 2026, by Governor Mike DeWine for a major disaster declaration covering Adams, Athens, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Darke, Fairfield, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Licking

Bill introduction comes as SPR has undergone two major emergency drawdowns in four years—first during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and now during the war in Iran—and sits at its lowest level since the 1980s Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced the 21st Century Strategic Petroleum Reserve Act (21st Century SPR Act) to direct the U.S. Department of Energy to issue a public report on opportunities to modernize the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). “Energy security is essential to national security, and the Strategic Petroleum Reserv

An Arizona congressman is putting convicted predators on notice after the House unanimously backed a bill designed to prevent abusers from dragging their victims back into court years after their crimes.

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) and Congressman James Gallagher (CA-01) led members of the California delegation in sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom urging him to immediately direct the California Energy Commission (CEC) to withdraw its proposed Replacement Tire Efficiency Program (RTEP). The proposed regulation would restrict consumers to purchase only replacement tires that meet CEC's unfounded climate goals. It would also dramatically reduce the choices available to California drivers, eliminating 70 percent of current tire offerings in the state by 2033 and s

Delegation Met with Law Enforcement, Local Officials, and Families of 5/14 Victims and Survivors to Examine Emergency Response and Warn Against Trump Administration Cuts to FEMA Preparedness Grants BUFFALO, N.Y. - Today, at the invitation of Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Committee’s Emergency Management Subcommittee, a delegation of House Homeland Security Committee Democrats visited Buffalo for a roundtable discussion on emergency management, domestic extremism prevention, and the federal grant programs that support state and local efforts to s

DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis announced that the State has supplemented its Major Disaster Declaration (MDD) request with 173 letters of support demonstrating the urgent need for federal assistance and the broad, bipartisan support for Colorado’s request. “These letters tell the stories behind the damage assessments: families who lost everything, first responders and local governments whose resources are exhausted, water providers struggling to maintain essential services, and small businesses fighting to survive. These bipartisan letters also prove natural disasters know no political p

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $588,671. The funding supports research of a mosquito that carries yellow fever (Aedes aeqypti). In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Many countries in the Western Hemisphere are at risk of yellow fever outbreaks, according to the World Mosquito Program. “This HHS grant for more than $588,000 helps Virginia Tech study the mosquito that carries this harmful disease.” BACKGROUND As a member of the House

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, released the following statement after billionaire Leon Black, the primary client of Jeffrey Epstein, defied his subpoena and refused to appear for a deposition before the Oversight Committee. “Billionaire Leon Black refused to testify today, defying two congressional subpoenas. Black paid Jeffrey Epstein more than $180 million over six years, yet the last time he appeared before Oversight, he walked out rather than answer questions about their relationship and

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent separate letters to Atlantic City Electric (ACE) and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) following a federal audit that identified five areas of financial noncompliance at ACE. Congressman Van Drew is demanding a full accounting from ACE, refunds for any ratepayers who were overcharged, and the resignation of the entire NJBPU Board. "Atlantic City Electric needs to show us exactly how much money was improperly charged, where that money went, and whether those costs were ultimately passed along to families and businesses," said Cong

WASHINGTON – Today Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01), senior member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, introduced her Southern Nevada Wastewater Infrastructure Lands Act. This legislation would enhance water security for Southern Nevada by conveying approximately 250 acres of federal land underlying the Flamingo Water Resource and Desert Breeze Centers to the Clark County Water Reclamation District. “By giving the Clark County Water Reclamation District flexibility to adapt the sites of the Flamingo Water Resource and Desert Breeze Centers, I am ensuring they are able

For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland September 3, 2026 202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT SENDS PRAYERS TO PRIME MINISTER TERRANCE DREW OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI) today issued the following statement regarding the health of Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew: "My thoughts and prayers are with Prime Minister Terrance Drew, his family, and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis as he receives care. Dr. Drew has given himself to his people twice over — first as a physician and now

Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), who represents a Northern Virginia district in the U.S. House that includes Arlington National Cemetery, issued the following statement after Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum announced that the Trump Administration would “start, over the next two-week period, the excavation work necessary” for President Trump’s illegal, gridlock-increasing, narcissistic arch project that the National Park Service admits would disrupt Arlington National Cemetery: “Burgum and the Trump Administration are disregarding the risks and rushing this towering monument to Trump’s vanity becau

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, introduced the I-47 Future Interstate Act of 2026, to designate U.S. Route 287 as Interstate Route I-47. “US-287 plays a critical role in facilitating transportation and bolstering economic opportunities across Texas and our nation,” said Congressman Babin. “Accounting for 25% of Texas’ GDP in 2021, it supports some of the state’s largest economic sectors, including, but not limited to, energy p

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas. This esteemed program offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven young leaders to engage with government, collaborate with peers, and serve their communities. "I am thrilled to invite motivated high school students to be part of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council," said Rep Pfluger. "Our mission is to empower students to speak out and effect positive change in thei

A new WCNC documentary, “Lost Ground: The Hidden Danger Beneath Us,” chronicles the aftermath of deadly landslides that have devastated communities across the country. It also highlights the need to close the gaps in science and mapping to better understand and prepare for landslide hazards to protect at-risk communities across the country. On March 22, 2014, a massive landslide near Oso, Washington killed 43 people, destroyed 42 homes, and severely damaged public infrastructure and private property. The documentary features stories from Oso, Hurricane Helene, and other landslides. Congresswom

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson voted in favor of H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act, a bill that strengthens America’s mining and mineral processing capabilities by providing regulatory certainty for producers and permitting agencies. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act is sponsored by Rep. Jefferson Shreve (R-IN). “Reducing our dependence on foreign adversaries for critical mineral production should be one of our top priorities,” said Rep. Simpson. “Under the Biden administration, we depended on sourcing critical minerals from our enemies. I applaud the Trump administrati