Press Releases
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Washington, D.C. – Today, House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released this statement on the oral arguments before the Supreme Court in marriage equality cases from Ohio, Tennessee, Michigan, and Kentucky:
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Washington, D.C. — Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the powerful earthquake that struck Nepal on Saturday:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families, friends and loved ones of all those killed in the terrible earthquake in Nepal.
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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. Good morning.
Q: Good morning.
Leader Pelosi. Not such a good morning. So sad. So saddened by the deaths of the two hostages killed in an American strike on al Qaeda in January.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement on the Senate confirmation of Loretta Lynch as the 63rd Attorney General of the United States of America:
"Today, the Senate has finally confirmed Loretta Lynch as the first-ever African American woman Attorney General of the United States. As the nation's highest ranking law enforcement official, Attorney General Lynch will continue to be a resolute, tenacious advocate for justice.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after her meeting with the Progressive Caucus this evening at the Capitol:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today during a press conference with the Congressional Black Caucus to urge confirmation of Loretta Lynch for U.S. Attorney General. Below are the Leader's Remarks:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to mark the 67th anniversary of Israel's Independence Day, which starts at sundown this evening:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today in recognition of Earth Day:
"Earth Day reminds us of the vital role we must play in protecting the world's wildlife, public lands, air and water for the next generation. For the past forty-five years, April 22 has served as a clarion call to fulfill our shared responsibility of shaping a healthier future.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Republican-controlled House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's planned markup today of a resolution of disapproval to overturn the D.C. Reproductive Health Non-Discrimination Amendment Act. The RHNDA would prohibit employers from discriminating against an employee, spouse or dependent because of private reproductive health decisions.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day:
"On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the memories of millions of children, women, and men murdered for their identities and their faith. We remember them by rededicating ourselves to speaking out against injustice and inequality, bigotry and brutality. In their name, we vow to never forget and never to stand by while others suffer.