Press Releases
Statement From Chairman Pete Aguilar on President Biden’s Budget
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Pete Aguilar, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement on President Biden’s budget: “Teachers and firefighters should not pay more in taxes than billionaires. The commitment we make to our seniors through Social Security and Medicare should be ironclad. Prescription drugs, health insurance and child care should be more affordable. We can reduce the deficit while still investing in the American economy and American … Continue Reading
March 08, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: It's time for Speaker McCarthy and House Republicans to put out their plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar held a leadership press conference on the failure of House Republicans to release their budget plan. CHAIRMAN PETE AGUILAR: Good morning, everyone. Thank you for joining us. I know we saw a lot of you last week, as well, at the Democratic Issues Conference, where we enjoyed a very productive session. We heard from subject matter experts, members of the President’s Cabinet, senior administration … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: The unity of purpose, the unity of strength that is the House Democratic Caucus will be on display
BALTIMORE, MD – Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Vice Chair Ted Lieu, Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Assistant Leader James E. Clyburn, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene, DPCC Chair Joe Neguse and Congressman Kweisi Mfume held a press conference to open the House Democrats 2023 Issues Conference. CHAIRMAN AGUILAR: Thank you, folks. Thank you so much for being here. I appreciate being joined by the members of the Democratic leadership team. Special thanks to Vice Chair Lieu, … Continue Reading
February 08, 2023
Chairman Aguilar Names Rep. Jared Huffman Chair of Committee on Caucus Procedures, Appoints Committee Members
WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar today named members to the Committee on Caucus Procedures, including Chair Jared Huffman (CA-2). The Committee on Caucus Procedures is responsible for evaluating and recommending changes to Caucus rules to best reflect and enhance the diversity and effectiveness of House Democrats. “Jared is a proven consensus builder and I’m confident that his leadership will help us continue building a more … Continue Reading
February 07, 2023
Statement From Chairman Pete Aguilar on President Biden’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Pete Aguilar, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address: “Tonight, working families saw President Biden and House Democrats’ historic economic progress on full display. The American Dream is more secure for future generations because of the momentum we’ve created together. Wages are up, inflation is down and more Americans are working than ever before. For the … Continue Reading
February 02, 2023
Statement from Chairman Pete Aguilar on the vote to remove Rep. Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Pete Aguilar, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement on the vote to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee: “Before voting to create a single job, before voting to lower costs by one penny, House Republicans are prioritizing political vendettas and catering to the most extreme elements of their party. Congresswoman Omar deserves to serve on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. She has the … Continue Reading
January 31, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: McCarthy needs to say exactly what his values are and release his budget
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu held a leadership press conference commemorating the 83rd anniversary of the first Social Security check being issued amid House Republican calls for cuts to Social Security and Medicare. CHAIRMAN PETE AGUILAR: Good morning, everyone. Joined with Vice Chair Ted Lieu today and wanted to start by mentioning today is the 83rd anniversary of the first Social Security check being issued. On … Continue Reading
January 27, 2023
Statement from Chairman Pete Aguilar on Memphis Police Department Footage
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Pete Aguilar, Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement on the Memphis Police Department's release of video footage surrounding the death of Tyre Nichols:“As the horrific video out of Memphis is released, House Democrats send our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Tyre Nichols. They deserve to be able to mourn this senseless tragedy in peace and privacy, without the glare of the public … Continue Reading
January 25, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: Republicans in Congress want to hold veterans benefits hostage to enact Social Security and Medicare cuts
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu held a leadership press conference with Reps. Yadira Caraveo (CO-8), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) and Hillary Scholten (MI-3) on protecting reproductive freedom and opposing the GOP plan to cut Social Security and Medicare. CHAIRMAN PETE AGUILAR: Morning everyone. First, I wanted to say on behalf of House Democrats our thoughts and prayers go out to the communities of Monterey … Continue Reading
January 10, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: Republicans Have Chosen Division and Default
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu held a leadership press conference with House Committee on Appropriations Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro, House Committee on Ways and Means Ranking Member Richard Neal and House Budget Committee Ranking Member Brendan Boyle on the failure of House Republicans to address the concerns of everyday Americans. CHAIRMAN AGUILAR: Good morning. It's a pleasure to be with three of … Continue Reading
January 04, 2023
Chairman Aguilar: House Democrats are Unified
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu held a leadership press conference where they highlighted the unity within the Democratic Caucus and the chaos, confusion and crisis on the other side of the aisle. They reiterated the Caucus' commitment to work with reasonable Republicans to lower costs for everyday Americans, create better paying jobs and build safer communities. CHAIRMAN AGUILAR: Good morning, everyone. … Continue Reading
December 04, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES ON ABC: “WE KNOW WHAT OUR MISSION IS: FIGHT FOR LOWER COSTS, BETTER-PAYING JOBS AND SAFER COMMUNITIES”
WASHINGTON, DC - In case you missed it, incoming Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) appeared on ABC's This Week with George Stephanopoulos to discuss House Democrats' priorities in the upcoming 118th Congress. STEPHANOPOULOS: The Democrats made history with their choice this week, voting unanimously to make Hakeem Jeffries their leader. He will be the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress, and he joins us now. Good morning, Congressman. Welcome. JEFFRIES: Good … Continue Reading
December 02, 2022
INCOMING HOUSE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON ANTISEMITISM
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Incoming Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), incoming Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-MA) and incoming Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (D-CA) issued the following joint statement: "The promotion of antisemitism and hatred against the Jewish community by anyone is unacceptable and unconscionable. House Democrats have and will always reject intolerance in any form. The words, actions and baseless conspiracy theories viciously spewed by the individual formerly … Continue Reading
November 28, 2022
CHAIRMAN HAKEEM JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REP. DONALD MCEACHIN
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Upon the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04), House Democratic Caucus Chair Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) released the following statement: Our Caucus family is heartbroken that we will return to Washington this week without our dear friend and colleague, Donald McEachin. Don's presence will be sorely missed in the Caucus, the Congress and the Commonwealth of Virginia. From his time serving in both chambers of the Virginia legislature to his three terms in Congress, Don … Continue Reading
September 29, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: “HOUSE DEMOCRATS WILL DRAW A CLEAR CONTRAST WITH EXTREME MAGA REPUBLICANS”
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Vice Chair Pete Aguilar (D-CA) held a leadership press conference where they highlighted House Democrats' continued fight for lower costs, better paying jobs and safer communities. CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: Good morning, everyone. At our Caucus meeting today, we were briefed by both Steny Hoyer and Chairwoman Rosa DeLauro about the progress that continues to be made with respect to the continuing resolution. It's our … Continue Reading
September 20, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: “HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE CONTINUING TO PUT PEOPLE OVER POLITICS”
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Vice Chair Pete Aguilar (D-CA) held a leadership press conference where they highlighted House Democrats' continued fight for lower costs, better paying jobs and safer communities. CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: Good morning everyone. We had another good discussion this morning about the work that we have undertaken on behalf of the American people with a focus on continuing to put people over politics, lower costs, … Continue Reading
September 14, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: “DEMOCRATS ARE GETTING BIG THINGS DONE. EXTREME MAGA REPUBLICANS ARE TOTALLY OUT OF CONTROL.”
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Vice Chair Pete Aguilar (D-CA) held a leadership press conference where they highlighted House Democrats' continued fight for lower costs, better paying jobs and safer communities. They were joined by Assistant Speaker Katherine Clark (D-MA). CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES: Morning. Great to see everyone. Great to be here with two tremendous leaders within the House Democratic Caucus, our Assistant Speaker, Katherine Clark … Continue Reading
August 12, 2022
TASK FORCE ON AGING & FAMILIES APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT
WASHINGTON, DC - Following House passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, the House Democratic Task Force on Aging & Families leadership released the following statement: "The House Democratic Caucus Task Force on Aging & Families is proud to join AARP and countless other organizations representing seniors and caregivers in celebrating the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. Seniors in this country pay more for their prescription drugs than anywhere else in the world. Today, House … Continue Reading
August 12, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT
WASHINGTON, DC - Following the passage of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: "Today, House Democrats delivered decisive action that will lower costs and make life better for everyday Americans. The Inflation Reduction Act will lower the skyrocketing price of live-saving prescription drugs, cut energy costs and make health care more affordable and accessible. This legislation … Continue Reading
August 12, 2022
CHAIRMAN JEFFRIES ON CNN: "HOUSE DEMOCRATS WILL PASS THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT"
WASHINGTON, DC - In case you missed it, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, appeared on CNN's The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer to discuss the historic Inflation Reduction Act which will lower costs, create millions of good-paying jobs, deliver the most significant action on climate in history and dramatically reduce the deficit. BLITZER: Tonight, Democrats are touting a better than expected new report showing inflation here in the United States slowed … Continue Reading