Press Releases
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at a press availability calling on Republicans to keep the Gallego military DREAMer amendment in the FY2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Below are the Leader's remarks followed by the question and answer session:
Leader Pelosi's Opening Remarks:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released this statement ahead of the consideration of Trade Promotion Authority legislation in the Senate, which begins today:
"House Democrats have been trying to find a path to yes on the Trans-Pacific Partnership. In reviewing this agreement, Members have made suggestions and we thank the Administration for the continuing briefings provided over the past two months.
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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, everyone.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at the unveiling of the new retirement security pillar of ‘When Women Succeed, America Succeeds' economic agenda. Below are the Leader's remarks:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after House Republicans voted to restrict women's access to the full range of health care services, by banning abortions after 20-weeks, with no exception for the health of the woman:
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the derailment of Amtrak Northeast Regional Train 188 in Philadelphia last night:
"Our hearts go out to all of the passengers and crew caught in the horrific derailment in Philadelphia last night. This morning, our thoughts and prayers are especially with the family members of the six who were killed, and those victims still in critical condition. We hope for everyone's swift and complete recovery.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today announced her appointments to the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Women's History Museum: Pat Mitchell, first woman President and CEO of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), and Emily Rafferty, President of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Leader Pelosi was presented Friday with the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun Award by His Imperial Majesty the Emperor Akihito and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. While in Tokyo, Pelosi held meetings with Prime Minister Abe and U.S. Ambassador Caroline Kennedy.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 223,000 jobs, and unemployment dropped to 5.4 percent. With businesses adding 213,000 jobs, this represents the 62nd consecutive month of private sector job growth:
"April's jobs report represents another good step in the right direction. However, it is clear that more must be done to create jobs and raise the wages of America's hard-working families.
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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement marking the passing of former Speaker of the House, Jim Wright:
"Today, we mourn the loss of one of America's most distinguished and dedicated public servants: Speaker Jim Wright. From the service that earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross in World War II to the leadership that defined his 34 years in the House, Jim Wright exemplified commitment to the future of America's families.