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San Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement marking eight years since President Trump withdrew from the Iran Nuclear Agreement:
“Eight years ago, Donald Trump followed through on a misguided and uninformed campaign promise by recklessly ripping up the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action—a landmark multilateral diplomatic agreement masterfully negotiated by President Obama that successfully strengthened global security and verifiably prevented Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined more than 250 Senate and House Democrats—led by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY); Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), and Ron Wyden (D-OR); House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY); and Representatives Katherine Clark (D-MA), Frank Pallone Jr.
Redwood City, Calif. – On Saturday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered the commencement address at Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont, calling on graduates to defend democracy and embrace their role in shaping the nation’s future.
In remarks highlighted by the San Francisco Chronicle, Pelosi warned that American democracy is facing serious challenges and urged graduates to lead with courage, hope and a commitment to justice.
Washington D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling in Louisiana v. Callais:
“Today, the Supreme Court has dealt a devastating new blow to the Voting Rights Act and against the sacred right to vote.
"The consequences will be felt across the country: fewer voices heard, fewer communities represented and a democracy diminished.
San Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the Shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
"It is a great relief that the President, First Lady and everyone in attendance at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner is safe following a terrifying act of violence inside the venue.
"The brave men and women of the United States Secret Service and local law enforcement are to be commended for their swift action to secure the scene and protect those present.
Washington D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the passing of Chairman David Scott.
"It was with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of our dear colleague David Scott. Personally, I knew him as a man of faith and family. Officially, I knew him as proud to serve in the Congress where he gave it his all.
Washington D.C. – On Monday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi visited The George Washington University for a wide-ranging discussion with former CNN journalist Frank Sesno on the state of American politics. Pelosi addressed current events, broader questions about whether the American dream is still possible, and how Congress can regain power from the executive branch.
Washington D.C. – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined 145 Members of the House Democratic Caucus in sending a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson urging him to restore the longstanding, bipartisan version of H.R. 1329, the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act, which would solidify plans for the museum. In their letter, Members make clear their support for passage of the bill depends on Republicans reinstating the bill’s bipartisan foundation and commitment to pair it with H.R.
Washington, D.C. – Today, ahead of the House vote on the Iran War Powers Resolution, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the House Floor denouncing President Trump for bypassing Congress while American servicemembers lose their lives and hundreds more are injured.
Watch Pelosi's Floor remarks here.
San Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement released the following statement on the passing of former Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Eliot Engel: