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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04)

WASHINGTON — This morning, Speaker Johnson delivered remarks after House Democrats overwhelmingly voted against a clean, three-week extension of FISA Section 702, a critical national security tool that protects Americans against foreign terror attacks, used solely to spy on foreign adversaries in foreign territories. FISA 702 authorities are responsible for nearly two-thirds of the President’s daily intelligence brief. After they voted to make FISA Section 702 go dark, House Democrats shamelessly applauded on the House floor.

“We did everything within our power to try to ensure that this statute does not expire, and the Democrats are using it as a political hostage now. This is their custom in the 119th Congress. This is what Democrats do now,” Speaker Johnson said. “That is what the current Democrat Party stands for in Washington. They are willing to jeopardize the safety and the security of the American people to make a cheap political point.”

Watch Speaker Johnson’s remarks here.

Below are Speaker Johnson’s full remarks as delivered:

I don’t know if the American people just saw what happened on the floor, but it is shameful and it is very, very dangerous. Let me just tell you what’s happened here today. We just offered a simple, clean, three-week extension of the FISA national security law. The Democrats, 199 of them, voted against a clean three-week extension for political purposes. And when the bill went down, they applauded. They applauded it. That record and that video is going to live in infamy. I pray that we do not have a serious calamity on our shores.

Over the past few weeks, we have done everything we possibly can. House Republicans are trying to govern. We’re trying to keep the American people safe. On April 29, we passed a three-year extension of the FISA national security law. It has been sitting over in the Senate, and because the Democrats and the Senate are playing political games as well, they’re unable to pass it. So, we did everything within our power to try to ensure that this statute does not expire, and the Democrats are using it as a political hostage now.

This is their custom and the 119th Congress. This is what Democrats do right now. You will remember that earlier this year, they took the Department of Homeland Security – two of its most important agencies – and turned those into hostages. They shut down the government. They shut down TSA agents and border security and cybersecurity capabilities and the Coast Guard. Why? Because they were insistent that we no longer secure the national border. They wanted to give $0 to that, and they were insistent that we do not continue to remove criminal, illegal aliens from American communities to keep the American people safe. That is what the current Democrat Party stands for in Washington. They are willing to jeopardize the safety and the security of the American people to make a cheap political point.

Now, Hakeem Jeffries is the Democrat leader in the House. They put out a statement this morning saying that. What is their reason? What is their excuse for this? Their excuse is that they’re upset about a very temporary appointment that the President of the United States has already said would be very temporary in nature, while he searches for and selects a new Director of National Intelligence. That is an important process that takes some time and thought and deliberation, and the President of the United States has the right, the ability, the responsibility, the duty to do that. Well, he has a lot going on right now, as we all know, and the President is deliberate about that. I spoke with him less than an hour ago about it. He is very close to a decision, and the Democrats know that. But they see this as a political moment that they can somehow score political points. It is detestable; it is dangerous. It is going to jeopardize the safety and security of the American people.

We all know what’s going on around the country right now. We’re hosting the FIFA World Cup. We have big soccer matches all around the country, – 11 cities around America. We have the America 250, Freedom 250 events going on here in the Capitol and all around the country. There are large sporting events, local communities – those things are in jeopardy right now because the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is exactly what the name implies. It is how we monitor terrorists who are plotting and planning dangerous events in the country in our homeland. The reason we have not had a mass casualty event like 9/11 since that great tragedy is because we have this statute. And today, the Democrats in the House just voted it down. 199 of them voted against it, and they applaud it. They applauded when the statue went down. I think that speaks for itself.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Al Green (TX-9)

(Washington, DC) — On Thursday, June 11, 2026, Congressman Al Green delivered remarks on the House floor condemning racism and all other forms of invidious discrimination by the President.

You can access and listen to Congressman Al Green’s speech on his official YouTube page or by clicking here. The floor speech highlighted is also accessible on various social media platforms, including Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly known as Twitter). 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Dan Newhouse (4th District of Washington)

Headline: Newhouse Votes to Fund Vital CBP, Coast Guard, ICE Operations

Press Release 
For Immediate Release: June 11, 2026
Contact: Juan Ayala, (202) 713-7750 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon Committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act.

“Supporting the men and women who keep America secure remains a central focus for House Republicans, and this legislation advances this goal,” said Rep. Newhouse. 

Newhouse continued, “The bill includes resources to sustain our Border Patrol operations and overtime pay, bolsters the Administrations custody operations—strengthening efforts to deport and remove criminal illegal aliens, and modernizes Coast Guard operations, safeguarding maritime borders. These provisions will help ensure our homeland is safe from foreign adversaries and potential terrorists and I look forward to supporting it on the House Floor.”

The Homeland Security Appropriations Bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $64.9 billion for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), of which $2.9 billion is provided for defense activities. The bill also includes $6.2 billion in discretionary appropriations that are offset by fee collections and $28.39 billion as an allocation adjustment for major disaster response and recovery activities.

The legislation includes resources to protect the homeland and keep American communities safe, secure, and resilient. The bill provides the necessary personnel, training, and technology to secure our air, land, and maritime borders and the nation’s critical infrastructure against nation-state adversaries. 

Rep. Newhouse’s opening statement can be found here.  

The full committee markup can be viewed here. 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) joined Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (MN-06), and Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) in sending a letter to Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, calling for their immediate resignations from office following a bombshell House Oversight Committee report exposing that both officials knew about the rampant fraud in Minnesota since 2019 and did nothing to stop it. 

“The House Oversight Committee’s bombshell report concludes that Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison knew about the rampant fraud in Minnesota since 2019 and failed to act, allowing billions in taxpayer dollars to be stolen. Their inaction seriously betrayed the trust of Minnesota’s taxpayers,” said Congressman Stauber. “I commend Vice President Vance for referring both Walz and Ellison to the Department of Justice for criminal investigation. As the DOJ reviews the evidence, they must resign from office immediately.” 

“The leaders and officials who are responsible for safeguarding taxpayer dollars have allowed fraud to plague our federally funded assistance programs and must be held accountable,” said Congressman Finstad. “It is absolutely unacceptable that Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison were not only aware of the fraud running rampant throughout our state but also possessed the legal and procedural authority to prevent it, ignored and dismissed warnings from employees and whistleblowers, and still repeatedly failed to act. As a result of the inaction of our state’s so-called leaders, billions of hard-earned taxpayer dollars were diverted to bad actors instead of helping Minnesotans in need.” 

“If these allegations are true, Tim Walz or Keith Ellison should leave office in handcuffs. At the very least, they should resign from office in disgrace. Public officials need to be held accountable for allowing billions of taxpayer dollars to be stolen from Minnesotan and American taxpayers. We’ve had enough,” said Majority Whip Emmer.  

“The House Oversight Committee’s report strips away any doubt that Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison not only turned a blind eye to the fraud, they actively protected it. Since 2019, they have silenced and intimidated whistleblowers who tried to sound alarms,” said Congresswoman Fischbach. “Their negligence has turned Minnesota into a playground for criminals. If Walz & Ellison have any respect left for the Minnesotans they betrayed, they will resign immediately.”  

Read the full letter to Walz & Ellison here.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Frank Pallone (6th District of New Jersey)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today demanded urgent action from Amtrak leadership following weeks of service disruptions along the Northeast Corridor, warning that the rail system’s recent failures raise serious concerns about its readiness to handle the millions of visitors expected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

“Amtrak must take prudent, extraordinary measures to reduce the likelihood of disruptions and maximize its ability to restore service quickly if an issue occurs. Amtrak has had years to prepare for this historic event, and we’re concerned that you are turning the ball over at the very last minute. Millions of fans and commuters are counting on you to get this right,” Pallone wrote.

In his letter to Amtrak President Roger Harris, Pallone expressed alarm that major infrastructure problems are continuing just days before the first World Cup matches in New Jersey, including ongoing impacts from a May 29, 2026 fire involving an Amtrak contractor vehicle in the Hudson River tunnels. Nearly two weeks later, commuters continue to face delays caused by catenary issues and repair work in one of the busiest rail corridors in the country.

Pallone noted that transportation officials are already discussing contingency plans involving buses and ferries should additional rail disruptions occur during World Cup events, underscoring growing concerns about the reliability of the Northeast Corridor as the tournament begins.

Beyond seeking answers about Amtrak’s readiness for the World Cup, Pallone called on the railroad to immediately implement a series of extraordinary operational measures designed to prevent service disruptions and speed recovery should problems occur. These include enhanced inspections of tracks, signals, catenary systems, and power infrastructure before every matchday; additional day-of-match inspections; deferral of non-essential maintenance work; strategic placement of specialized repair crews and emergency equipment along the Northeast Corridor; increased staffing at dispatch and control centers; and real-time coordination with NJ TRANSIT and other transportation partners.

A copy of the letter can be found here and below: 

Dear Mr. Harris,

The unique combination of America’s 250th anniversary and hosting the World Cup in the same year is a historic opportunity not only for our country, but for New Jersey. This summer we’re expecting visitors from around the world to visit our great state, but we are deeply concerned that Amtrak’s recent service disruptions in the weeks leading to the World Cup threaten to create another Summer of Hell for fans and commuters alike.

On Friday May 29, an Amtrak contractor vehicle caught fire in the south tube of Hudson River tunnels suspending rail traffic between New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station for most of the day and creating delays that lasted through the weekend. Now, nearly two weeks since the fire, residual catenary wire issues and lingering repairs in the tunnels continue to disrupt the commutes of millions of passengers. 

Two years ago, I wrote to Amtrak when New Jersey’s commuters faced the Summer of Hell, where we heard story after story of rail passengers being left stranded due to failing infrastructure. In one case, passengers were stuck in a tunnel for hours in a dark rail car without air conditioning. In response, I demanded answers and worked with Amtrak, NJ Transit, and the U.S. Department of Transportation to ensure that millions of dollars in federal funding would prioritize upgrading the region’s ancient rail infrastructure, including catenary wires, signal equipment, and substations. 

With the first New Jersey game of the World Cup taking place this weekend, concerns remain that these repairs are not complete and millions of fans and commuters will suffer as a result. Earlier this week, NJ TRANSIT announced contingency plans that would utilize buses and even ferries to bring fans to the games if Penn Station is shut down. 

Amtrak, as the owner and operator of the Northeast Corridor infrastructure, must take extraordinary steps to inspect critical assets, strategically position personnel and equipment, strengthen coordination with NJ TRANSIT, and ensure the fastest possible response and recovery should an incident occur during the World Cup tournament. For those reasons, I am requesting that you urgently implement the following measures:

•               Enhanced pre-event inspections of critical Northeast Corridor infrastructure in the days leading up to each matchday, including tracks, switches, signals, catenary systems, power substations, and interlockings.

•               Additional day-of-match inspections of key infrastructure components prior to the start of peak passenger movements.

•               Deferral of non-essential maintenance activities that could reduce operational flexibility or introduce unnecessary risk during designated World Cup operating windows.

•               Pre-positioning of specialized maintenance personnel at strategic locations along the Northeast Corridor to ensure the fastest possible response to any infrastructure issue.

•               Strategic staging of repair equipment and materials, such as hi-rail vehicles, signal repair equipment, catenary maintenance vehicles, generators, replacement components, and other resources necessary to address common infrastructure failures.

•               Enhanced staffing of dispatching and control centers responsible for overseeing Northeast Corridor operations during periods of peak World Cup travel demand.

•               Real-time coordination between Amtrak, NJ TRANSIT, and other affected operators to ensure immediate communication and joint decision-making if service disruptions occur.

•               Heightened monitoring of critical assets during matchday operating periods to identify emerging issues before they become service disruptions.

•               Readiness of overhead wire and signal personnel to respond immediately to issues involving the two infrastructure systems most likely to cause widespread Northeast Corridor delays.

•               Availability of mechanical rescue resources capable of removing disabled trains from service and reopening tracks as quickly as possible.

•               Continuous coordination with utility providers to ensure rapid response capabilities in the event of external power-related incidents affecting railroad infrastructure.

•               Timely and transparent customer communication protocols so that, if an infrastructure issue does occur, accurate information can be provided quickly to affected passengers.

•               Post-event operational reviews following each match to identify lessons learned, evaluate the effectiveness of response measures, and implement adjustments before subsequent matches.

Amtrak must take prudent, extraordinary measures to reduce the likelihood of disruptions and maximize its ability to restore service quickly if an issue occurs. Amtrak has had years to prepare for this historic event, and we’re concerned that you are turning the ball over at the very last minute. Millions of fans and commuters are counting on you to get this right. 

Sincerely,

Frank Pallone

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York)

Know Your Immigration Rights

If you or a loved one encounter immigration enforcement officials, it is essential that you know your rights and have prepared your household for all possible outcomes.

Ask for a warrant: The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. You do not have to open your door until you see a valid warrant to enter your home or search your belongings.

Your right to remain silent: The Fifth Amendment protects your right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself. You are not required to share any personal information such as your place of birth, immigration status or criminal history.

Always consult an attorney: You have a right to speak with an attorney. You do not have to sign anything or hand officials any documents without speaking to an attorney. Try to identify and consult one in advance.

The New York City Office of Civil Justice and the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) support a variety of free immigration legal services through local nonprofit legal organizations. To access these resources, dial 311 and say “Action NYC,” call the MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline at 800-354-0365 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or visit MOIA’s website.

Learn more here: KNOW YOUR IMMIGRATION RIGHTS  – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)

Rep. Gomez Demands Trump Rescind Appointment of Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence

Gomez: America’s intelligence agencies exist to protect the American people, not Donald Trump.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (38th District of CA)

WASHINGTON – Ways and Means Committee member Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-Calif.) today introduced the Strengthening Social Security Act, a bill to increase Social Security benefits, ensure cost-of-living adjustments accurately reflect the real expenses seniors face and improve the long-term financial condition of the trust fund.

The Social Security Administration released its 2026 Trustees’ Report this week warning the trust fund could reach depletion by 2032, one quarter earlier than previously projected, due in part to President Trump’s tax law passed by Republicans last year. The bill would prevent that by phasing out the income tax cap to protect the benefits that retirees have earned.

“Seniors paid into Social Security their whole lives on the promise it would be there when they needed it,” said Congresswoman Sánchez. “That promise is now at risk when too many retirees are already struggling to afford groceries, medicine and housing. The trust fund is heading toward insolvency and we must act. The single most important thing we can do to protect Social Security’s future is phase out the income cap so the wealthy finally pay their fair share. That alone would dramatically extend the life of the program. Our bill will also fix the cost-of-living formula so benefits actually keep up with what seniors spend.”

The Strengthening Social Security Act would:

• Increase monthly benefits for current and future retirees.
• Replace the consumer price index from CPI-W (Wage Earners) with CPI-E (Elderly) for calculating cost-of-living adjustments to better reflect the financial needs of retirees.
• Phase out the taxable cap of $184,500 to ensure wealthy individuals pay their fair share into the program.
  Increase widow and widower benefits to the greater of 75 percent of combined benefits or the Primary Insurance Amount.

Through these changes, the nearly 75 million Americans who rely on Social Security can expect higher benefits and cost-of-living adjustments that more accurately reflect their real expenses. While more work remains to preserve and protect Social Security for future generations, these changes are an important first step toward giving retirees the financial security they have earned.

In addition to Representative Sánchez, the bill is cosponsored by Representatives Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), Janice Schawkowsky (D-Ill.), Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.), Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) and Chellie Pingree (D-Maine).

The bill is endorsed by the National Education Association and Alliance for Retired Americans.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21)

Rep. Frankel Joins Legislation to Protect Jewish Community, Counter Antisemitism

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Betty McCollum, the Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, issued the following statement on Thursday:  

“The Republican majority has repeatedly refused to work with Democrats on a bipartisan reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act that keeps Americans safe and ensures that their Constitutional rights are respected and preserved. A bipartisan, bicameral solution is the only way forward. If FISA is not reauthorized, then the failure to move forward falls on President Trump and Speaker Johnson.”