Pelosi Leads Congressional Delegation to Israel and Jordan

"There is no greater political accomplishment in the 20th Century than the establishment of the State of Israel," said Leader Pelosi. "Our delegation is pleased to be able to extend the congratulations of the American people to the people of Israel as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of Jewish state this spring."

"In Jordan, our delegation travels at a vital time in the U.S. relationship with this key ally," Leader Pelosi said. "We anticipate productive meetings on how our two nations and people can work together to strengthen our economic and security relationships. Members are particularly interested in reviewing the Syrian refugee and humanitarian challenges as well as addressing other critical challenges facing the region."

In addition to Leader Pelosi, the Members of the delegation are:

• Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Appropriations Committee

• Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Energy and Commerce Committee; Budget Committee

• Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA), Ranking Member, Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

• Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), Appropriations Committee

• Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT), Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence; Financial Services Committee

• Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Budget Committee; Judiciary Committee

• Rep. Katherine Clark (D-MA), Appropriations Committee

• Rep. Donald McEachin (D-VA), Armed Services Committee; Natural Resources Committee

• Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Armed Services Committee; Agriculture Committee

• Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Oversight and Government Reform Committee; Judiciary Committee