Press Releases
Press Release
November 11, 2020
Speaker Nancy Pelosi was informed today that Steering and Policy Committee Co-Chair Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut is stepping aside from this position to run for Chair of the Appropriations Committee. The Speaker thanked Congresswoman DeLauro for her longstanding service and leadership on this critical committee, which recommends committee assignments to the Democratic Caucus and discusses policy matters. The Speaker announced the nomination of Congresswoman Cheri Bustos of Illinois to serve as Co-Chair of the Steering and Policy Committee to fill this vacancy in the 116th Congress. The Speaker also announced the nominations of Congressman Eric Swalwell of California, Congresswoman Barbara Lee of California and Congresswoman Cheri Bustos to serve as the three Co-Chairs of the Steering and Policy Committee for the 117th Congress.
Press Release
November 11, 2020
“Our veterans deserve more than the appreciation of a grateful nation. They have protected and built our country, and they deserve our tireless commitment to advancing their opportunity. We must build a brighter future worthy of their sacrifice and that of their families. On this Veterans Day, and every day, we reaffirm our fundamental promise: that just as the military leaves no one behind on the battlefield, we will leave no veteran behind when they come home.”
Press Release
November 10, 2020
“With support for the ACA at an all-time high, Republicans are still waging a decade-long war against Americans’ health care protections. If the Trump-GOP lawsuit is successful, more than 20 million Americans could lose their health care coverage, 130 million Americans with pre-existing conditions could lose protections, and drug costs could skyrocket for seniors. Republicans voted just weeks ago to greenlight this lawsuit but still falsely try to claim they will protect Americans with preexisting conditions. It is clear that striking down the ACA is what Republicans want."
Press Release
November 9, 2020
This past summer, House Democrats built on this progress by passing a Caucus Diversity Rule, which encourages Members of the Caucus to prioritize diversity in their hiring practices. This initiative, together with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, is advancing progress to ensure that Congress will be more inclusive, open and representative of the full range of voices and values of our communities.
Press Release
November 9, 2020
“It is with great admiration and gratitude that I recognize the leadership of Cheri Bustos as chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee."
Press Release
November 9, 2020
The abrupt firing of Secretary Esper is disturbing evidence that President Trump is intent on using his final days in office to sow chaos in our American Democracy and around the world.
Press Release
November 9, 2020
Today the world welcomes good news about a vaccine that could be a giant leap forward in our fight against the coronavirus. We are all praying that this early evidence of extraordinary efficacy and safety holds true so that the vaccine can be approved and distributed soon — but not one day sooner or one day later than it is ready.
Press Release
November 7, 2020
“Today marks the dawning of a new day of hope for America. A record-shattering 75 million Americans cast their ballots to elect Joe Biden President of the United States – a historic victory that has handed Democrats a mandate for action."
Press Release
November 6, 2020
Speaker Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today in the Capitol Visitor Center.
Press Release
November 6, 2020
“House Democrats will continue working toward an agreement that crushes the virus, supports our heroes in state and local government and puts money in the pockets of the American people. And as we look toward the 117th Congress, Democrats will be working to create jobs and deliver bigger paychecks to all hard-working Americans, with bold investments in infrastructure with our Moving Forward Act to Build Back Better.”