Press Releases

This week, across our country, Americans are once again mourning the lives of those who were tragically taken from us through senseless violence. Sadly, these feelings of grief are becoming all too familiar for far too many families. Read more »

This case is certain to have a significant and positive impact on women throughout the country and I applaud the Court for standing on the side of women. Read more »

Although many of us in the financial services world were surprised by the decision of British voters to leave the European Union, it is certainly the prerogative of a free and democratic society to determine the direction of their country. Read more »

Despite this major judicial setback, nothing will deter my Democratic congressional colleagues and I from working to fix our fractured immigration system. Read more »

Today I joined the Milwaukee community in recognizing the 151st year celebration of Juneteenth Day. Our city has one of the country's oldest Juneteenth Day festivals, with Milwaukee's festivities going into their 46th year, making it the longest running cultural festival in our community. Read more »

I am deeply humbled to receive this distinction from the Congressional Hunger Center. Year after year, the Congressional Hunger Center demonstrates their steadfast commitment to eradicating food insecurity through passionate advocacy and thoughtful dialogue. Read more »

It is my sincere hope that my bill will help eradicate the stigma associated with poverty and engage the American public in a substantive dialogue regarding the struggles of working- and middle-class families. Read more »

My heart aches over the tragic events that took place last night in Orlando, Florida. As details about this horrific incident emerge – including the background of the perpetrator – make no mistake, this was indeed an act of terror. This savage act was carried out in an effort to intimidate and terrify our LGBT brothers and sisters. Read more »

Despite Wall Street reform's proven success, my colleagues across the aisle remain undeterred in crippling this critical piece of legislation designed that prioritizes American consumers before Wall Street special interests. Read more »

I sincerely hope my colleagues across the aisle will remember that their war against poverty must not be waged against those trying to escape it. Read more »