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Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe:

"Congress and our Country join the people of Japan in mourning the sad loss of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe: a murder that has horrified so many across the globe. Over his long tenure in public service, Prime Minister Abe was an historic leader, a valued friend to America, and a champion of peace and prosperity – for Japan and for the entire world.

Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, which killed at least six people and wounded at least two dozen more:

"Americans' hearts are broken by the senseless gun violence in Highland Park today, as innocent families were celebrating this all-American holiday. We pray for all those who have lost loved ones and for the entire community forever scarred by this shooting.

"It is with much gratitude for their service that the Congress salutes the heroic first responders, as they have worked to save lives and keep the community safe.

Washington, D.C. – House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer today announced that Hershel Woodrow "Woody" Williams will lie in honor in the United States Capitol Rotunda. The proceedings honoring Marine Corps retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 Williams will take place upon the Congress' return, in consultation with the family. The occasion will be a tribute to Woody and all who fought in World War II.

Dear Colleague,

On the 4th of July, our nation celebrates the profound vision and courage of our Founders: who, nearly two and a half centuries ago, launched an unprecedented experiment in Democracy.

America was not born flawless. But the mission our Founders left for us, to pursue a "more perfect union," has galvanized generations of Americans to fight to make real the promise of liberty and justice for all. This fight is what President Lincoln referred to as "unfinished business of Democracy."

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement marking the 58th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964:

"Nearly six decades ago, the courage and sacrifice of countless civil rights heroes gave rise to the landmark Civil Rights Act. This transformative legislation has stood as a pillar of our Democracy, helping move our nation closer to our founding promise of liberty and justice for all. But even as our country commemorates this proud milestone in the American story, our basic rights and dignities remain under urgent threat from the forces of hate.

Rome – Speaker Nancy Pelosi held a photo opportunity today with The Honorable Roberto Fico, President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Republic of Italy, ahead of a bilateral meeting. Below are the Speaker's remarks:

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Supreme Court restricted the Environmental Protection Agency's ability to protect families from pollution by coal companies:

"Today's ruling by radical, pro-pollution Justices on the Supreme Court strikes a severe blow to the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to do its fundamental duty: to protect the environment. By restricting the EPA's authority, the Republican supermajority on the Court has bowed to the dirty energy special interests who seek to poison the air our children breathe and the water they drink with impunity.

Rome – Speaker Nancy Pelosi toured the Community of Sant'Egido and met with refugee families prior to presenting a new grant from the Julia Taft Refugee Fund to the Community of Sant'Egidio. Below are the Speaker's remarks:

Speaker Pelosi. The ‘Gospel of Matthew tour.' I – we had the pleasure of attending Mass this morning with His Holiness and many, many, many leaders of the Church. And [Pope] Francis' name always reminds me of St. Francis saying: ‘We preach the Gospel; sometimes, use words.' We also pray that — ask God in his anthem, in his song of St. Francis, to make us all instruments of God's peace.