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Seoul, South Korea – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Speaker Kim Jin-pyo of the National Assembly of Korea for a press event following a bilateral meeting. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. I'll begin our meeting by congratulating [Speaker] Kim on his election to Speaker on the Fourth of July, where he took great pride in the significance of that date.
Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Senate voted to ratify Finland and Sweden's accession to NATO:
"Today, the United States took a powerful step forward in the fight to defend global freedom and Democracy: welcoming Finland and Sweden into the strongest security alliance in human history. On an overwhelmingly bipartisan and bicameral basis, the U.S. Congress stands with President Biden in proudly supporting Finland and Sweden's accession to NATO, which is more essential today than ever before amid the rising tide of tyranny.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the death of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski of Indiana in a tragic car accident:
"Today, the United States House of Representatives sadly mourns the sudden and tragic passing of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski.
"A lifelong Hoosier, Congresswoman Walorski lived a life of service: whether caring for impoverished children in Romania, representing her community in the Indiana Statehouse or serving nearly a decade in the House. She passionately brought the voices of her north Indiana constituents to the Congress, and she was admired by colleagues on both sides of the aisle for her personal kindness.
From the Speaker's Press Office:
When Republicans show you who they are, believe them. Sen. Ron Johnson let slip some truths about the Extreme MAGA Republican Party this week: they want to end Medicare and Social Security as we know it.
From the WaPo:
"In an interview that aired Tuesday on "The Regular Joe Show" podcast, Johnson, who is seeking a third term in the Senate, lamented that the Social Security and Medicare programs automatically grant benefits to those who meet the qualifications — that is, to those who had been paying into the system over their working life.
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Taipei, Taiwan – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the Congressional delegation's visit to Taiwan:
"Our Congressional delegation's visit should be seen as a strong statement that America stands with Taiwan. We came to Taiwan to listen to, learn from and show our support for the people of Taiwan, who have built a thriving Democracy that stands as one of the freest and most open in the world.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement marking three years since the deadly mass shooting at the El Paso Walmart near Cielo Vista Mall in El Paso, Texas:
"Three years ago, a right-wing extremist – armed with an assault rifle and fueled by the evils of white nationalism – sought to terrorize El Paso's Latino community, claiming 23 lives and injuring 23 more in a horrific act of racist mass murder. This massacre devastated El Paso and shattered the hearts of Americans across the country. Yet even as we mourn the beautiful souls stolen in El Paso, our nation's daily drumbeat of gun violence continues to tear apart even more families. Inspired by the courage of survivors and guided by their advocacy, House Democrats remain unwavering in our commitment to ending America's gun epidemic.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the result of Michigan's 11th Congressional District primary election:
"Congressman Andy Levin is a skilled legislator, a valuable leader and a proven fighter for working people in the United States Congress. Our House Democratic Caucus is deeply grateful for Congressman Levin's service, and we will miss his leadership in the House.
Taipei, Taiwan – Speaker Nancy joined President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan for a press event following a bilateral meeting. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you very much. Thank you Madam President, for your leadership and for the leadership gathered here with you today.
Taipei, Taiwan – Speaker Nancy Pelosi received the Order of Propitious Clouds with Special Grand Cordon, presented by President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan. Below are the Speaker's acceptance remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you, Madam President.
It is such a high honor to receive the Order of the Propitious Clouds with Special Grand Cordon from you. We are so proud of your leadership: a woman president in one of the freest societies in the world. It is with great immense admiration for your leadership, and great personal humility, that I accept this award.
Humility because I accept it not for me only, but for Members of Congress who were so instrumental in all that you said about our accomplishments together. Democrats and Republicans, House and Senate, both sides of the aisle – united in our support for Taiwan.
Taipei, Taiwan – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Congressional delegation joined Vice President of the Legislative Yuan of Taiwan Tsai Chi-chang and members of the Legislative Yuan for a bilateral meeting. Below are the Speaker's opening remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you very much, Vice President Tsai, for your very warm words of welcome, for your message from the President – who I'm sorry that he has COVID. Please send him our best regards. We will be talking with him virtually later. But thank you for initiating this meeting. And thank you for your warm, warm welcome.