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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 Joe Neguse (D-Co 2)

Washington, D.C — Today, Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement after President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi:

“When Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before our committee last month, the country learned what many of us have long made clear — that she was completely unfit to serve as our nation’s chief law enforcement officer. Her termination — a mere 30 days after former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem was also removed — is long overdue.” 

“Put simply, Bondi’s incompetent mismanagement of the Department of Justice has been a disgrace. From her unlawful targeting of Trump’s political opponents to the dismantling of the Public Integrity Section and subversion of the rule of law, her tenure as Attorney General has been reprehensible.”

“We will continue to demand accountability, and to use every legal tool available to do so.”

Rep. Neguse has been a key leader in directing House Democrats’ legal and oversight efforts against the Trump administration. His work has resulted in significant outcomes, including the prior ousting of former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi Representing the 12th District of California

San Francisco – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi visited San Francisco’s Sunset District to meet with local small business owners and hear firsthand how Republican economic policies are straining neighborhood businesses.

During a walking tour with members of the Sunset Merchants Association, Speaker Emerita Pelosi visited several small businesses, including Andytown Coffee Roasters, Far Out Gallery, Stacy’s Hair Studio, After Hours Ramen and Vanida Thai Kitchen. The visit focused on the growing affordability, energy challenges, and new Trump Administration policies facing small businesses operating on thin margins in an increasingly volatile economic environment.

“Small businesses play a vital role in our economy, creating jobs, wealth and opportunity—then along came Trump’s tariffs,” said Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. “Democrats are committed to reversing the disastrous Republican economic policies and once again making the American dream attainable for small business owners and working families.”

“One of the Trump Administration’s new criteria required businesses to be 100 percent citizen-owned. One of our owners is a family trust, and we had to track down a 94-year-old grandmother to sign an affidavit just to qualify for an SBA loan,” said Lauren, co-owner of Andytown Coffee Roasters. “It’s making it harder to access capital that should be available to people coming to this country to employ Americans and build their dream.”

View photos and videos from the visit for fair use here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (5th District Missouri)

(Kansas City, MO) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) joined University President Dr. Sandra Cassady, students, and faculty at Rockhurst University to present a ceremonial check for $1,031,000 in federal Community Project Funding secured by Rep. Cleaver to support the expansion of the university’s innovative technology programs, focused on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI). This investment will strengthen Rockhurst University’s capacity to prepare students for high-demand careers in rapidly evolving fields, enhance hands-on learning opportunities, and deepen partnerships with local leading organizations in the tech sector.

“This funding is about investing in the future of our workforce and ensuring Kansas City remains competitive in a rapidly changing, technology-driven economy,” said Congressman Cleaver. “I was proud to secure $1,031,000 in federal funding for Rockhurst to expand its cutting-edge programs in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence – fields that are critical to our national security and economic growth. This investment not only opens doors for students by enabling new research and providing additional experience, but it also strengthens our local talent pipeline and positions our region as a leader in innovation.”

“We are grateful for Congressman Cleaver’s partnership and advocacy on this project,” said Dr. Sandra Cassady. “This grant is critical as we build out state-of-the-art learning facilities on campus and expand faculty and staff to support the expansion of tech and AI-based education and workforce development in Kansas City.”

This project is part of a broader effort by Rep. Cleaver to deliver direct federal resources to communities across the district. The Rockhurst investment is one of 15 community projects the congressman successfully secured federal funding for in the recent appropriations package, supporting a wide range of local priorities.

The funding will support research infrastructure and personnel to advance the university’s tech-focused degree programs that build on Rockhurst’s business program’s prestigious reputation.

Photos from today’s event are available here.

Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Greenwood, Blue Springs, North Kansas City, Gladstone, and Claycomo. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee and Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11)

Washington, DC — Today, Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens released a new video marking one year since Donald Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs, highlighting the rising costs Michigan families are still paying as a result.

In the video, Stevens calls out the harmful impact of Trump’s reckless blanket tariffs, noting that Michigan families have paid an average of $1,700 more for everyday needs since he took office, costs that could climb even higher in the year ahead.

Download a horizontal version of the video here.

Key Excerpts:

• Since Trump came into office, Michigan families have been forced to pay on average $1,700 more for their everyday needs.
• According to some estimates, that number could shoot up to $2,500 in 2026 alone.
• That’s unacceptable. Michiganders work too hard and can’t afford these Trump-caused higher costs.
• I’ll keep fighting to put a stop to these reckless and chaotic tariffs once and for all.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Aumua Amata (Western Samoa)

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement celebrating Easter:

“He is risen! As Christians, we have been proclaiming this wonderful message of hope for two millenia. On this Easter Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. 

“In American Samoa, we are a people of faith. Thank you to each of our pastors, church congregations, musicians, and faithful hearts throughout our islands for your dedication all year, and especially for your part in this joyful celebration each year to conclude Holy Week and consider the blessed hope in Jesus.

“May our Easter Sunday services be filled with praise, prayer, and gratitude, and may God be with our people, our families, and our islands in our worship and celebration.” 

And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him. Mark 16:6

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

KANSAS CITY, KS — Today, Representative Sharice Davids celebrated the reopening of the STARBASE facility at the Kansas City Readiness Center, which provides hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) learning experiences for elementary-aged students at no cost to school districts. Davids was joined by Governor Laura Kelly, Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS), Representative Derek Schmidt (R-KS-02), and community leaders, educators, and students.

“Programs like STARBASE give Kansas students a head start in STEM, opening doors to careers in aviation, cybersecurity, engineering, and public service,” said Davids. “These programs don’t just prepare kids for their futures — they strengthen our local economy by building a pipeline of talent that will attract businesses, create good-paying jobs, and keep Kansas competitive. I’m proud to support this bipartisan program that reaches students from all backgrounds, ensuring that opportunity is never limited by ZIP Code.”

The Kansas City facility, which was temporarily closed in 2023 due to water damage, has undergone a full remodel and reconstruction. Renovations included complete upgrades to the basement and first floor, modernized interiors, communications systems, lighting, and mechanical and electrical systems. The $6.8 million renovation was funded through a combination of $4.9 million in federal support and $1.9 million from the state. Kansas hosts five STARBASE locations, including Kansas City, Manhattan, Topeka, Salina, and Wichita.

Davids has been a consistent supporter of STARBASE in Congress, including the program in her appropriations requests for four consecutive cycles. In early 2025, STARBASE faced a significant funding disruption due to the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) federal grant cuts. Davids worked to ensure that federal investment was restored, allowing STARBASE to continue serving thousands of Kansas students.

STARBASE’s mission is not only to teach STEM skills but also to reach underserved communities and provide mentorship from uniformed service members. By bringing this program to Kansas City, students who may not otherwise have access to hands-on STEM labs can now explore, learn, and build skills that will serve them — and Kansas — for years to come. These skills are critical for the broader economy, helping develop the next generation of innovators, engineers, and leaders who will strengthen local businesses and create new jobs.

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

Voting rights roundtable participants included LWVNJ, NAACP’s New Brunswick and Edison branches, NJ Citizen Action, NJ Institute for Social Justice, and ACLU-NJ

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Gregory W Meeks (5th District of New York)

Washington, D.C. – Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued a statement following President Trump’s address to the nation on the Iran war:

“Tonight’s address made two facts clear: this was a war of choice, not necessity, and Trump still has no clear plan for how it will end. No amount of bluster or wild claims changes those facts.

“The United States was not facing an imminent threat that justified rushing into another war in the Middle East, without deliberation or consultation with Congress and the American people. And while the administration may point to degraded Iranian capabilities, this war may yet leave us facing a more dangerous, unstable, and hostile Iran — one that is militarily weaker, but significantly more desperate, radicalized, and willing to escalate against the U.S. and our allies. 

“We are already seeing the consequences: rising regional instability, historic pressure on global energy markets, and growing risks to U.S. personnel and our allies. And yet, there is still no clear plan for what comes next. The American people deserve more than vague declarations of success. They deserve a comprehensive strategy that prevents further escalation, protects our interests, and pursues a durable path to peace. Without that, this costly and chaotic war risks becoming not a solution, but the beginning of a more dangerous chapter.” 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09)

MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) will receive two grants totaling $996,893 from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). 

One, for $747,893 is for research on Angiotensins, Prostaglandins and Adrenergic Interactions and comes from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. The research is under the direction of Dr. Kafait Malik of the Department of Pharmacology, Addiction Science and Toxicology, who has been at the university for more than 50 years. These studies will help us better understand the underlying sex differences in hormonal metabolism which will aid in the development of new medications to treat hypertension and certain types of neuroinflammation, vascular dysfunction, and kidney damage in both men and woman.

The second, for $249,000, is for extended amygdala somatostatin’s role in post-traumatic stress and alcohol use disorder and comes from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. PTSD and alcohol use disorder are often comorbid diseases, and their interactions can drive greater risks in alcohol drinking and relapse. The research is under the direction of Dr. Bryan Cruz, also of the Department of Pharmacology, Addiction Science and Toxicology. Dr. Cruz is working to identify the molecular mechanisms underlying PTSD and alcohol use disorder in specific regions of the brain associated with stress, anxiety, and fear behaviors. 

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“Understanding the chemistry involved in heart disease and alcoholism is critical in developing the kinds of therapies used to treat them. I commend Drs. Malik and Cruz on their dedication to this important work, and to the university for its support of these projects.”

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