Press Releases

Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi announced today that she is naming Congressman Eric Swalwell of California Vice-Chair of the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee and appointing Congressman Dan Kildee of Michigan to serve as the newest member of the committee.

“Twenty-three years ago, after two vetoes by a Republican President, the Family and Medical Leave Act was signed into law by President Bill Clinton – the very first law of his administration."

"Our economy continues to make progress – reaching the lowest unemployment rate since February 2008. Yet more must be done to grow Americans' paychecks and strengthen our economy."

Yesterday, as I'm sure you're aware, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee held a hearing on the outrageous situation in Flint.

“House Democrats are committed to getting Flint families and children – who are the victims in this state-created crisis – the immediate and long-term resources they need to overcome this crisis."

“It is deeply fitting that Republicans chose Groundhog Day for their failed veto-override vote."

“Each Black History Month, our nation honors the rich contributions Africans Americans have made to the economic, cultural, scientific, and artistic heritage of the United States."

United for Opportunity – that’s not only the title of our conference this week going forward it is a description of our House Democratic Caucus over the years.