Too often, bureaucratic barriers slow down the counterterrorism resources Congress provides.  
 
I’m pleased that my bill passed the House last night that requires FEMA to engage directly and transparently with state and local partners to better keep our communities safe.

Hunger must never be used as a political weapon.
 
At today’s @hungerfreeamerica.bsky.social briefing, the data is clear: federal cuts are driving more families into food insecurity.
 
We must make sure our most vulnerable neighbors have basic necessities so they can access the American Dream.

R’s want increased immigration punishment for animal cruelty.

But their bill excludes the animal cruelty of the Trump official responsible for overseeing the immigration system — Sec. Noem — who killed her own puppy.

My amendment changes the bill’s name to the Kristi Noem Canine Protection Act.

Thank you to TA President Camille and the Baruch Houses families for welcoming me this week. Painting this mural together alongside the incredible artists from ArtBridge was a great moment of community pride.

I’m excited to see these murals brighten our neighborhoods and lift up our moods.

We have reliable direct evidence connecting Donald Trump to Epstein’s underage sex trafficking ring. Trump’s DOJ cover-up of Epstein’s crimes must not continue.

DOJ must release every piece of the Epstein files. No more secrets. The American people, the survivors, and the victims deserve the truth.