Press Releases
"On Veterans Day, we salute the sacrifice and dedication to freedom of all 21 million veterans who have served our nation in uniform. On this holiday, and every day, we honor the patriots who have protected our nation's highest ideals at home and abroad.
"The Fifth Circuit's misguided decision is disappointing news for families and communities across America. Continuing to stall essential elements of the Immigration Accountability Executive Actions only perpetuates a broken immigration system that tears apart families and fails to serve the national interest. We must not continue to defer the dreams of the hard-working immigrant families who give so much to our communities.
"The Higher Education Act is one of America's greatest legislative victories. When President Johnson signed this landmark legislation into law, he said: ‘This legislation is key to our nation's social and technological and economic and moral progress.' Half a century later, HEA continues to fuel our progress and strengthen our democracy.
"This morning, the President agreed with the recommendation of Secretary Kerry to deny the permit for the Keystone XL pipeline, ending a long debate in our country.
"Our delegation travels to China seeking to expand cooperation between our nations in advancing economic growth and confronting the climate crisis that threatens our world," said Leader Pelosi. "Our Members will also seek to engage in constructive dialogue on human rights, cyber threats, and other national security and stability issues of concern."
The delegation will meet with local Chinese government officials, students, and civil society.
In addition to Leader Pelosi, the Members of the delegation are:
"Americans deserve a Congress that makes strong, smart investments in the infrastructure of America – infrastructure that creates jobs, improves quality of life, enhances safety and drives commerce," said Leader Pelosi. "Democrats will continue to fight to move America forward by pushing for a robust Highway bill that meets the urgent transportation infrastructure needs of communities across country.