Press Releases

Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-Calif.-26), Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-Calif.-24), and members of the California congressional delegation are launching an inquiry into Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart oil drilling off the California coast and are demanding answers on the company’s collaboration with the Trump administration to invoke the Defense Production Act (DPA) in relation to this project.  The post Brownley, Schiff, and Carbajal Launch Investigation into Sable Offshore’s Politicized Efforts to Restart Oil Drilling Operations Off Santa Barbara Coast a

Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Deborah Ross (NC-02), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), and Bobby Scott (VA-03) led their colleagues in demanding answers from the Trump administration about nearly $2 billion in payouts to energy companies to terminate offshore wind projects. The lawmakers outlined how these payments appear to demonstrate a concerted effort to bribe companies to abandon the offshore wind energy market.   The lawmakers emphasized Trump’s history of clear favoritism toward the fossil fuel industry as further evidence of his administration’s attempts to unde

May 28, 2026: Congressman Donald Norcross speaks to audience at the opening of the new Haddonfield Police Station HADDONFIELD, NJ – Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today joined local, county and state officials to cut the ribbon on the Haddonfield Police Department’s new headquarters at 1 Walnut Street. Norcross had previously secured half a million dollars in federal funding for the project. Haddonfield’s Police Department was previously located in the basement of the roughly 100-year-old Borough Hall – a space that also served as a sealed fallout shelter during the Cold War. Due in part

Congresswoman Lori Trahan Visits Two Boxborough Business Grant Recipients (28-MAY-26) Members of the Boxborough Economic Development Committee (EDC), Town Planner Alec Wade, and Associate Town Planner Ian Gilson greeted Congresswoman Lori Trahan and members of her staff on Thursday, May 28 at Oscar’s Burritos.  Trahan arrived shortly after 11 a.m. on a scheduled visit to small Boxborough businesses to follow-up on the 2023 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Boxborough Business Improvement Grant Program, which used $125,000 in federal funding to create a fund designed to supp

Yesterday, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) sent a letter to Sound Transit's Board of Directors in support of completing the light rail regional spine from Everett to Tacoma: “Completing the spine is critical to creating jobs, providing more affordable transportation options, expanding equitable access to transit and promoting regional connectivity," said Rep. Larsen. “Doing so will help Sound Transit capitalize on the significant federal transit investments already made in our region.” Rep. Larsen is the top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. He helped pass

By Ben Levine Downtown Los Angeles is set to put a major piece of civil rights history right on its front steps. On Wednesday, the federal courthouse at 350 W. First Street will be formally named for trailblazing parents and plaintiffs Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez. Officials plan a ribbon-cutting at 2:30 p.m., followed by a 4 p.m. naming ceremony in the building’s ceremonial courtroom. According to MyNewsLA, the ribbon-cutting will take place in front of the courthouse, with the 4 p.m. program moving inside to the ceremonial courtroom. The structure will carry the new title of the Feli

Today, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA), and members of the California congressional delegation are launching an inquiry into Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart oil drilling off the California coast and are demanding answers on the company’s collaboration with the Trump administration to invoke the Defense Production Act (DPA) in relation to this project.  In a letter to Sable Offshore Corp.’s CEO and Chairman Jim C. Flores, the lawmakers raise concerns about the timeline of Sable’s accrued lawsuits, cease and desist orders, fines, etc. datin

Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Tim Kennedy (D-NY), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology, announced they are requesting a Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) disaster declaration process amid concerns that disaster aid decisions are becoming increasingly politicized under the Trump administration. In a request letter, the Ranking Members warned that recent denials of disaster declarations, despite damage exceeding FEMA’s trad

Lacey, WA — Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $850,000 in federal funding to improve the City of Tenino’s capacity for meat processing, a major need in the regional market. “There is a growing agriculture industry in the South Sound,” said Strickland. “This funding will support local producers and ranchers, by providing essential infrastructure so […] The post Strickland Supporting Local Ranchers; $850K for Tenino Meat Supply Chain appeared first on Marilyn Strickland.

Matthew Cahillane arrived prepared at a roundtable discussion this week, armed with a printed copy of a piece of legislation that promotes fiscal responsibility within Congress. The bill, the Sustainable Budget Act of 2025, aims to create a long-term plan to reduce the national debt within the next ten years, and Cahillane, of Concord, intended […] The post Concord Monitor: ‘We really need bipartisanship’: Roundtable explores national debt, political polarization with U.S. Rep. Goodlander appeared first on Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander.

In a new oversight letter, lawmakers write: “We urge you to pause and consider the long-term legal and financial ramifications of collaborating with the Trump administration to circumvent California law.” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-Calif.-24), and members of the California congressional delegation are launching an inquiry into Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart oil drilling off the California coast […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Representative Haley Stevens (D-MI-11) announced the Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act at the Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island, MI. The bill prevents Chinese connected vehicles from entering the U.S., including through our neighbors to the north and south. This legislation is a significant step towards protecting our national security and the U.S. auto industry.  The Chinese auto industry is heavily subsidized by the Chinese Communist Party, […] The post Slotkin, Stevens to Introduce Legislation to Ban Chinese Connec

BOULDER CITY, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) celebrated that Boulder City Municipal Airport will receive $10 million in federal funding she helped secure. The money comes from the Federal Aviation Association’s Contract Tower Program, which was funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Senator Rosen helped write and pass. This funding will […] The post Rosen Helps Secure $10 Million for Boulder City Airport appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

Washington, D.C. – During Mental Health Awareness Month, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and Congressman John Mannion (NY-22) announced the reintroduction of the Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Act, legislation that would significantly boost the availability of mental health providers in America’s public schools. Mental illness affects nearly 20 percent of American youth. This bicameral legislation would put additional mental health providers in elementary and secondary schools across the country.   “Mental […] The post Merkley, Mannion Champion Legislation to Make Mental Health 

Denver — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) introduced a bipartisan resolution designating May 29, 2026, as Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day. U.S. Representatives Mike Bost (R-Ill.) and Kim Schrier (D-Wash.) introduced a companion resolution in the House of Representatives. “Colorado farmers, ranchers, and farmworkers face unprecedented challenges from severe […] The post Bennet, Fischer Introduce Resolution Promoting Mental Health in Agricultural Industry and Workforce appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined Governor Maura Healey, Framingham Mayor Charlie Sisitsky, Massport Chief Executive Officer Richard Davey, Senate President Karen Spilka, and local leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the Logan Airport Remote Terminal, a first-of-its-kind facility that will make travel easier for Massachusetts families. Learn more about […]

May 27, 2026 SILVER SPRING, MD – Today, Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) and Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman hosted a fireside chat at Leisure World to engage with the Leisure World Community, provide legislative updates, pertinent information, and hear their concerns and questions. The second hour of the event featured a panel with Maryland Secretary of Aging Carmel Roques, Former Governor and Social Security Administrator […]

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today renewed his call to lower costs for working families after hearing from more than 150 Virginians through a district-wide survey who say they are feeling the effects of rising prices and increased inflation. The survey invited constituents to share their personal experiences with rising inflation and the impact on their households.  “After hearing from hundreds of Virginians frustrated by inflation […]

WASHINGTON– U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) have reached a bipartisan agreement on legislation to restore stability to college sports, titled the Protect College Sports Act of 2026. Senators Cruz and Cantwell are the Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee. The Protect College Sports Act would restore order in college […]

Long Beach, CA – In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson toured Century Villages at Cabrillo, an affordable housing community that serves families, veterans, and individuals with special needs.  During the tour, Schiff discussed his ongoing efforts to build more affordable housing and address homelessness.   Schiff introduced landmark legislation, the Housing […]