Press Releases
Press Release
July 15, 2016
We especially – we mourn every loss, but let me especially mention two Americans identified among the dead: Sean Copeland of Austin, Texas and his 11 year old son. They were there on vacation, and they got caught in that attack. It's an attack that came on Bastille Day, as you know, as they were watching fireworks and celebrating. And I thought one of the statements of one of the officials of France was particularly moving. He said, "In response to all of this, we will honor the values of July 14th." We, too, in responding to it, should honor the values of July 4th. They were celebrating liberty, equality, fraternity and became a target. It's so sad.
Press Release
July 15, 2016
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement regarding the declassification of redacted "28 pages" from the Joint Inquiry into Intelligence Community Activities Before and After the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001. Pelosi, the longest serving Member of the House Intelligence Committee, is a former Ranking Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee and was the top House Democrat on the Joint Congressional investigation looking into the 9/11 attack.
"As someone who has always advocated for providing as much transparency as possible to the American people consistent with protecting our national security, I am pleased that these documents looking into the 9/11 attacks have finally been declassified and made public," Pelosi said.
Press Release
July 15, 2016
So often, we hear the quote about Martin Luther King saying that he dreamed of a nation where his children would be judged not by the color of their skin but of the content of their character.
Press Release
July 15, 2016
Our sorrow is only deepened on this proud French holiday celebrating the revolutionary power of these simple ideas: liberté, équalité, fraternité.
Press Release
July 15, 2016
So I ask you, Mr. Speaker, what is more important: the political survival of Members of Congress beholden to the gun lobby, or the survival of little kindergarten students in Newtown, Connecticut?
Press Release
July 14, 2016
“Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez’s advocacy on behalf of Puerto Rico and the more than 100,000 people of Puerto Rican descent in her New York district has been unwavering and resolute,” said Leader Pelosi. “Born in Yabucoa, she has deep roots in, and cares deeply about, Puerto Rico. Nydia’s leadership has been pivotal in focusing congressional attention on urgent action to assist Puerto Rico in emerging from the current fiscal and public debt crisis. As Ranking Member of the Small Business Committee, she brings extensive expertise on economic development and job creation, both essential to restoring economic growth in Puerto Rico.”
Press Release
July 14, 2016
“House Democrats are proudly fighting for a Stronger America, and a new American security,” said Leader Pelosi.
Press Release
July 14, 2016
House Democrats’ Stronger America Agenda is built on specific and pragmatic solutions to the challenges facing the American people today.
Press Release
July 14, 2016
“One year ago, the nations of the P5+1 reached one of the greatest diplomatic achievements of the 21st century, the Iran Nuclear Agreement. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action enhances our vigilance and strengthens our security with unprecedented limits on and scrutiny of Iran’s nuclear facilities."
Press Release
July 13, 2016
If you could prevent the loss of life, the grief that goes with it, hearing the stories of the families. Words are totally inadequate, actions have to happen. Moments of silence are respectful.