Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement in recognition of Women's History Month:
"During Women's History Month, Americans reflect on the generations of women whose courage, relentlessness and patriotism have helped write our nation's story. At every stage of our history, the ambitions and voices of women have weathered extraordinary adversity to fight for our rights and move America closer to realizing its greatest ideals. Today, Americans stand on the shoulders of trailblazing pioneers and everyday heroes alike, and we honor their legacy by reaffirming a simple truth: when women succeed, America succeeds.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after the House passed the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, also passed by Democrats in the 116th Congress:
"Today, the House took an important step to advance the cause of justice by finally designating lynching as a hate crime under federal law. In again passing the Emmett Till Antilynching Act – which was made possible by generations of brave activists, including civil rights hero Congressman Bobby Rush – we are confronting the reality of racist violence and helping to build a safer future for all of our children.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after Senate Republicans blocked passage of the House-passed Women's Health Protection Act:
"By passing the Women's Health Protection Act in September, the Democratic House took bold action to defend health freedom for every person and enshrine into law the essential protections of Roe v. Wade. Today, Senate Republicans shamefully voted to block this vital legislation, which is an urgent moral imperative to ensure that Constitutional rights are not limited by income, background or zip code.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Mayor Muriel Bowser and Chairman Phil Mendelson of the Council of the District of Columbia for the Congressional statue dedication and unveiling ceremony of Pierre L'Enfant of Washington, D.C. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Good morning, everyone. This is a very special occasion, indeed. It is a time when we are here and have the privilege to welcome a newcomer to the Capitol – inside, but not a newcomer to the Capitol of the United States. The true patriot – soon to be seen – Pierre L'Enfant.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after Chairman Ted Deutch announced he would not seek another term in the House of Representatives:
"Since his first day in the House, Chairman Ted Deutch has been a devoted champion for his South Florida community, a relentless advocate for the public good and a clarion voice for human rights and justice. Our Caucus and the Congress will deeply miss his great integrity and committed leadership when he departs from the House this October to lead the American Jewish Committee.
Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after the passing of Richard Blum, a philanthropist and husband of Senator Dianne Feinstein:
"Paul and I are heartbroken to learn of the passing of our dear friend, a devoted philanthropist and a proud San Franciscan, Richard Blum. All of us fortunate enough to know Richard and his beloved wife, Senator Dianne Feinstein, know that they share a beautiful love and partnership that was truly a joy to behold.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Representative Barbara Lee, Representative Doris Matsui and Bay Area education, research and private sector leaders to highlight the House's passage of the America COMPETES Act. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you, Dr. Witherell. As you were speaking, of course, I was moved by all that you had to say and also impressed by the humility that some of us bring to this conversation. So much that we saw today is about the future. So much of it depends on the intellectual resources that are available here and the opportunity that is here, and we'll talk about that in the bill.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that she has named Shana Mansbach as her new Deputy Communications Director and Joy Lee as her National Press Secretary.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on President Biden's nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals to serve as the next Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court:
"In nominating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, President Biden has chosen a widely respected jurist who will bring to the Court one of the sharpest legal minds in a generation, an unyielding commitment to justice and a strong voice for American values. This is a moment of great pride and patriotism for our nation, as Judge Jackson makes history as the first Black woman selected to serve on the highest court in the land.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined postal union leaders for a press event celebrating the House's passage of the Postal Service Reform Act and highlighting the bill's critical provisions supporting the U.S. Postal Service. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Good afternoon, everyone.
We're here for a particular purpose. A cause – excuse me – a cause of, really, great excitement for our country. A bipartisan legislation that has passed the Congress – in the House. And will be, as Leader Schumer has advised me, be taken up in the Senate next week. And that is our legislation for our Postal Service.