To ensure President Trump doesn't saddle the financial burden of his misguided campaign promise on the backs of those struggling to get by, I recently introduced The No Taxpayer Funding for the Wall Act of 2017. My legislation holds the president to his word to have the government of Mexico fund his border wall and prevents him and congressional Republicans from using money for vital services like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Violence Against Women Act grants to fund this absurd plan. Read more »
The Republican plan to repeal and replace the ACA not only destroys the progress achieved during President Obama's tenure, but it also manufactures new health care crises that will have a devastating impact on seniors, women, and working- and middle-class Americans. Read more »
The American people demand and deserve unequivocal certainty about President Trump's relationship with the Kremlin, including his financial ties and business dealings. If the president is unwilling to meet such concern with a transparent investigation conducted by a special prosecutor, I believe it would be appropriate for the House of Representatives to move forward with impeachment proceedings. Read more »
I find it incredulous that President Trump could claim a commitment to national security while failing to even mention how we will protect our nation's women and daughters, especially when an average of three women are killed by a current or former partner every day in our country. Read more »
My constituents have flooded both my Milwaukee and D.C. offices with phone calls expressing concern about the direction of the country. I look forward to the opportunity to engage in a constructive dialogue with the residents of the 4th Congressional District during this tumultuous time. Read more »
During Black History Month, we honor the vital contributions African Americans have made to our nation's history and identity. However, we must not be limited to a month in learning about those who made extraordinary sacrifices in pursuit of America's promise of freedom and •justice for all.' Read more »
This is personal for me as the alleged hazard zones outlined in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Watchdog Report fall in heavily residential neighborhoods. In fact, my family and I live less than a mile away from one of the alleged hazard zones. Such allegations demand our immediate attention and a thorough investigation. Read more »
As Americans exercise their constitutional right to protest President Trump's executive orders, I'll be in Washington with my House and Senate colleagues, working on policy solutions to address these concerns and protect our democracy from this administration's draconian efforts. Together, we will show President Trump and his supporters that America doesn't have to sacrifice our compassion and conscience for our security. Read more »
As a proud Democrat, I want President-elect Trump to see me front and center as he's sworn in. I want him to see exactly what his opposition looks like. When he sees me, I want him to see The Resistance. Read more »
I can't help but to notice the symbolism inherent in Speaker Ryan's actions: When it comes to women's health and reproductive rights, Speaker Ryan's door is closed. Read more »
