Press Releases

Milwaukee, WI – On Monday, November 20th, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) will join local leaders to discuss the alarming impact the GOP tax plan will have on the country. Read more »

The young men and women who I have nominated to attend our nation's military service academies exemplify hard-work, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the citizens of the United States. Read more »

Sadly, in too many cases, like that of Zina Daniel, restraining orders alone are woefully inadequate from preventing an estranged partner from doing the unthinkable. My bill – the Domestic Violence Gun Homicide Prevention Act –would address this glaring defect in our justice system by incentivizing the implementation of stricter state-level firearm enforcement protections, giving law enforcement and judicial authorities the tools they need to save the lives of survivors and their families. Read more »

In passing this spiteful resolution, the GOP once again turned its back on a group of Americans too often overlooked in the halls of Congress: the single, working-class mother. With her in mind, I forcefully voted against this bill as the trillions of dollars in tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans will be done at the expense of her and the programs helping her escape poverty. Read more »

Women across the ideological spectrum are rightfully disgusted by the ongoing efforts of those who seek to control our reproductive freedom. Fortunately, organizations like Planned Parenthood continue to demonstrate their willingness to be there for members of our community, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Read more »

On Wednesday, September 20th, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04), Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (FL-20), and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18) will host a roundtable with top UK and European legislators on the impact of BREXIT on equality and civil and human rights. Read more »

As FCC Chairman, you have stated your intention to •bring the benefits of the digital age to all Americans.' If closing the digital divide is your goal, moving the USF to Treasury is a step in the wrong direction. Read more »

As the Trump administration continues to push a truly un-American agenda of discrimination and mass deportation, Congress must unite to protect DACA, its recipients, and their families. Today and always, I stand with my Democratic colleagues fighting to protect DACA and pass compressive immigration reform. Read more »

David Clarke's untimely departure as Milwaukee County Sheriff isn't just a victory for Milwaukee, but for all of those whose rights and dignity were violated during his tenure. Joe Arpaio-like law enforcement figures like Clarke, who prioritize partisan fame over their constituents' safety, have no place in our local or federal government. Read more »

For the sake of the soul of our country, we must come together to restore our national dignity that has been robbed by Donald Trump's presence in the White House. Read more »