Press Releases

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day:

"On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we mark one of the darkest chapters in human history. Less than a century ago, the world witnessed the systematic extermination of six million Jews and millions more who were killed simply because of who they were and what they believed. The memory of this unfathomable horror continues to stand as a lasting reminder to heed the lessons of the past and honor our responsibility to never forget or stand idly by while others suffer.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the Department of Justice filed its brief in Texas v. United States, asking the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to strike down the entirety of the Affordable Care Act. The House has voted on three occasions to oppose the suit, while House Republicans have voted overwhelmingly in support of the Trump Administration's assault on health care.

"Two years ago this weekend, House Republicans gathered in the Rose Garden to congratulate themselves for voting to gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions and take away millions of families' health care. Today, the Trump Administration is continuing Republicans' monstrous campaign to destroy pre-existing condition protections and Americans' access to affordable health care.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives and held a moment of silence in honor of the late former Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher. Below are the Speaker's remarks:

Speaker Pelosi. Mr. Speaker, I rise with great sadness to mark the passing of a leader of exceptional courage and firm principles, our colleague and dear friend, Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher.

The presence of so many Members from our California delegation is a beautiful tribute to her beautiful life. Thank you all for being here.

Ellen's passing is a great official loss to the people of California and to the nation and a deep personal loss for all of us who were blessed to call her friend.

Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the House filed a motion to intervene in a court case to take over from the Department of Justice the defense of a long-standing federal criminal statute making female genital mutilation, of which more than 500,000 women and girls are at risk of or have been subject to in the United States, a crime:

"Female genital mutilation is an extreme form of gender-based violence that poses a grave public health risk. That 200 million women and girls worldwide have been subjected to this horrific act is a challenge to the conscience of the world.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement in recognition of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month:

"During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich culture and beautiful diversity that the AAPI community has brought to our country. Throughout our history, Asian Pacific Americans' energy, entrepreneurial spirit, courage and patriotism have strengthened the foundation of our nation and made America more American.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month:

"During Jewish American Heritage Month, Americans across the country celebrate the innumerable contributions that the Jewish community has made to our nation. For generations, the Jewish community's vibrant culture and rich traditions have enriched our lives, enhanced our society and helped build a brighter future for all Americans. Every day, Jewish Americans' ingenuity, creativity, courage and determination strengthen our communities and honor our most cherished values.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on President Trump's new anti-asylum policy, which for the first time in our history would impose fees on families seeking asylum and seek to hinder fair consideration of asylum cases:

"This despicable attack on desperate families seeking asylum is cruel, unprecedented and fails to address the root causes of migration.

"This inhumane action is a stark departure from past presidents, Republican and Democrat, who have always recognized that the lifeline of asylum is central to our nation's values, history and future. As the American Association of Evangelicals has testified, America's commitment to opening our doors to those in need is the ‘crown jewel of American humanitarianism.'

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer issued this joint statement following their meeting with President Trump at the White House:

"Today, we had a constructive meeting with President Trump agreeing on a big and bold initiative to build the infrastructure of America.

"The purpose of the meeting was to find out the amount of investment the President was willing to agree to. We were pleased he suggested $2 trillion. We agreed to meet again in three weeks, at which time we will hear the President's ideas for how he would pay for such a package.