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San Francisco — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement announcing that the House will proceed with legislation to adopt the Tentative Agreement reached between unions and railroads in September to avert a national rail strike:
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Supreme Court denied Donald Trump's request to block the release of his tax returns to the House Ways and Means Committee:
"Today's Supreme Court ruling upholds our Democracy, the rule of law and the Congress' ability to execute its legislative and oversight responsibilities. Now, the Congress must enact legislation requiring Presidents and candidates for President to disclose their tax returns.
"The Supreme Court's commonsense decision will allow the IRS to comply with federal law and deliver the former President's tax returns to the House Ways and Means Committee. These documents are vital to meeting the House's Constitutional mandate: guarding the public interest, defending our national security and holding our public officials to account.
Dear Democratic Colleague,
Each year on Thanksgiving, we pause to cherish the many blessings that God has bestowed upon us and upon our nation. On this all-American holiday, we break bread with family and friends and spend time in our communities.
Personally, I am endlessly grateful for all of life's blessings: for my dear husband Paul and for our beautiful family. I want to thank each Member who has sent a personal message of prayers and warm wishes for Paul's recovery. And I am grateful to the people of San Francisco, who have entrusted me with the privilege of being their voice in Congress.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of Fred Ross, Jr.:
"Paul and I join Californians and all Americans in mourning the loss of Fred Ross, Jr. – a relentless leader in the fight to secure justice, collective strength and a voice on the job for working people, both in our country and abroad under the Neighbor to Neighbor initiative.
San Francisco — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the mass shooting at Club Q, an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs, which killed at least five people and injured at least eighteen:
"Americans awoke this morning to horrific news: a brutal attack on an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs. Our hearts break at the senseless slaughter of least five beautiful souls and the many more injured or forever traumatized, at what was a sanctuary of safety and solidarity.
San Francisco – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released this statement in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance:
"As our nation marks Transgender Day of Remembrance, the House Democratic Caucus mourns the countless Americans stolen away by the scourge of transphobic violence, a crisis that continues to disproportionately harm trans people of color. Today, and every day, let us offer comfort to grieving loved ones, honor the memory of those killed and continue fighting to save lives from the wicked forces of hate.
Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi released this statement on the new candidates for House Democratic leadership:
"Yesterday, I said on the Floor that the time has come for a new generation to lead our magnificent House Democratic Caucus. It is with pride, gratitude and confidence in their abilities that I salute Chairman Hakeem Jeffries, Assistant Speaker Katherine Clark and Vice Chairman Pete Aguilar for being ready and willing to assume this awesome responsibility.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives announcing her future plans. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. Thank you, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, as we gather here, we stand on sacred ground: the Chamber of the United States House of Representatives, the heart of American Democracy.
I will never forget the first time I saw the Capitol.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the House was called for Republicans in the 2022 election:
"This year, House Democrats defied expectations with an excellent performance: running their races with courage, optimism and determination. In the next Congress, House Democrats will continue to play a leading role in supporting President Biden's agenda — with strong leverage over a scant Republican majority.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the House Rules Committee completed a hearing on seating a non-voting Delegate from the Cherokee Nation:
"Since 1835, the Treaty of New Echota has entitled the Cherokee people to representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Chairman Jim McGovern and the House Rules Committee have taken a key first step toward identifying what actions must be taken to honor this long-standing promise. The House Democratic Caucus will continue to explore a path toward welcoming a Delegate from the Cherokee Nation into the People's House.