Press Releases
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San Francisco — Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement following a terrorist attack that killed nearly 70 people, many of them women and children, at a park in Lahore, Pakistan:
"The American people share in the grief for the victims and survivors of the unconscionable, horrific terror attack in Lahore on Sunday. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Pakistan as they grapple with this tragedy.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Members of the House Democratic Caucus held a press event marking the sixth anniversary of the signing of the Affordable Care Act. Below are Leader Pelosi’s remarks:
“Thank you very much, Kanisha, for your testimony and your courage to come forward with your story.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after terror attacks in Brussels, Belgium:
"All Americans share in horror at the unspeakable terror attacks in Brussels today. Our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those still waiting for word from their loved ones.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement marking the sixth anniversary of the date the Affordable Care Act was signed into law, which is tomorrow:
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Havana, Cuba – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Obama’s historic visit to Cuba. Pelosi traveled to Cuba as part of the Presidential delegation and is the top Democrat on the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional delegation that joined the President.
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San Francisco – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement to mark Nowruz, the Persian New Year, which begins on Sunday:
“Nowruz Mobarak! On the first day of Spring, Iranian Americans across the country celebrate Nowruz. This ‘new day’ marks a period of renewal, joy, and optimism for the Iranian American community. It is also a chance for Iranian-American families to celebrate change, reflect on rebirth, and welcome health and happiness in the upcoming year.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today on the floor of the House opposing Republicans’ anti-immigrant amicus brief resolution. Below are the Leader’s remarks.
“Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Happy St. Patrick ’s Day to you. And what a way House Republicans have chosen to celebrate St. Patrick ’s Day.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today. Below is a transcript of the press conference.
Leader Pelosi. Happy St. Patrick's Day. I see some wearing the green here. Good morning.
What a week. Yesterday, President Obama presented his nomination for the next Justice of the Supreme Court. Judge Merrick Garland is a widely respected jurist who embodies wisdom, judgment, and a dedication to justice for all Americans.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement regarding House Republicans’ budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2017:
“A budget is a statement of our values. With their latest budget proposal, House Republicans have made their values very clear: strengthen the special interests, abandon seniors and hard-working families.