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Today, House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined a letter led by U.S. Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) to the Trump Administration requesting the disbursement of funds, which were already appropriated, to improve and build a more resilient electric grid in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The letter, which is bipartisan and bicameral letter, was signed by 47 Members of Congress.

Today’s Supreme Court ruling on the Trump Administration’s effort to interfere with the 2020 Census recognizes that the Commerce Department has not sufficiently explained why adding a citizenship question would be justified. 

This is a $20 bill. Andrew Jackson is on this $20 bill. To that extent, this bill is like every other bill: no women. Fifty-three percent of our population unrepresented for two centuries on our currency. A place of honor, a place of distinction, a place of appreciation for what has been done

The United States stands with our European allies in support of democracy,” said Leader Hoyer. “This delegation will deliver a clear message to our allies that the United States is committed to NATO and its principle of common defense.

Tonight, the House passed a bill to address the urgent humanitarian situation at our border that this President created with his deeply flawed policies. 

I continue to be deeply concerned about the legacy we are leaving to future generations through our unwillingness to tackle growing budget deficits and mounting debt. 

This week, the House continued to consider legislation to fund the government and avoid a Trump shutdown at the end of the fiscal year.

Good evening, and thank you so much for this honor. I am deeply humbled and I am proud to share this year’s justice award with my friend Representative Pramila Jayapal.