Press Releases

“Congressman Wu's decision today is a recognition of his need to focus on his children and their future. The timing of his decision is in the best interests of his constituents."

"Tonight, President Obama rightly laid out the severe urgency posed by default and the impact it would pose to our economy and the middle class. Democrats stand ready to find a balanced, bipartisan solution, which reduces the deficit, protects the middle class, and Medicare, Social Security and Medicaid beneficiaries."

“Congressman Mike Ross has served the families, workers, and business owners of Arkansas' 4th Congressional district with distinction and dedication for more than a decade. A fifth-generation Arkansan, his time in the House has been defined by his commitment to his neighbors and constituents; a co-founder of the Blue Dog Coalition, he has always focused on fiscal responsibility."

“It is clear we must enter an era of austerity; to reduce the deficit through shared sacrifice. The President has called for a ‘grand bargain,' which provides long-term deficit reduction based on shared values and sends a message of confidence to the markets."

"Dear Chairman Bonner and Ranking Member Sanchez: Recent press reports and statements attributed to our colleague, Representative David Wu, indicate that he may have engaged in inappropriate activities."

"I call on the Ethics Committee to initiate an investigation into the allegations against Congressman Wu. With deep disappointment and sadness about this situation, I hope that the Ethics Committee will take up this matter. I will send a letter to the Ethics Committee tomorrow asking them to formally initiate a review of this matter.”

"I applaud Senator Reid for putting forward an approach to reduce the deficit that protects Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries."

"For the past several months, Congress has been put to the test of whether we are worthy custodians of our nation's economy and our children's future.National and international markets are watching to see how aware we are of America's preeminence in the world economy. CEOs around boardroom tables warn of the consequences of default. Families around kitchen tables are shaken by the prospect of no Social Security checks and a job market further weakened by failure to act."