Press Releases

Top Judiciary & Homeland Democrats Condemn Deployment of Tactical CBP Agents to Various Cities in U.S.

February 18, 2020 Press Release
"[We] have serious concerns over the utility of engaging these highly militarized units, which were never intended for routine immigration enforcement activities, in densely populated metropolitan areas."
Issues:
Immigration

Lofgren Wildfire Prevention & Power Shutoff Assistance Provisions Advance in Science Committee

February 12, 2020 Press Release
"The Science Committee rightfully advanced measures to help ensure power service predictability while providing emergency resources, like backup power, for Californians and all Americans.”
Issues:
Energy and Environment, Growing a Strong Economy

Lofgren Opening Statement on the NO BAN Act

February 12, 2020 Press Release
"I wish that today’s markup of the NO BAN Act wasn’t necessary. But unfortunately, it’s more important than ever."
Issues:
Immigration

Nadler, Lofgren Statement on Trump Administration's Expanded Muslim Ban

January 31, 2020 Press Release
"This Administration’s flagrant disregard for historical precedent, the separation of powers, and Congress’s lawmaking authority is dangerous for our democracy and for the rule of law."
Issues:
Immigration

Bicameral Congressional Leaders Call on the Ninth Circuit to Uphold Protections for Immigrant Children

January 28, 2020 Press Release
122 Members of Congress submit an Amicus Brief in Flores v Barr to ensure there are minimum health and safety requirements for the custody of children.
Issues:
Immigration

Lofgren Statement on the Passing of Rep. Fortney ‘Pete’ Stark

January 25, 2020 Press Release
"Our country, state and the East Bay community have lost a great leader with the passing of Representative Fortney ‘Pete’ Stark."

Bipartisan, Bicameral Coalition Rolls Out New Bill to Reform NSA Surveillance & Protect Americans’ Rights

January 24, 2020 Press Release
Reps. Lofgren, Davidson, Jayapal, Gaetz, Blumenauer & Yoho Join Senators in Effort to End NSA Mass Surveillance of Phone Records, Protect Against FISA Abuse, Close Secret Law Loopholes & Expand Oversight of Government Surveillance
"Congress must do its job to uphold the Constitution by reforming Section 215 to ensure it isn’t misused to spy on Americans."
Issues:
Innovation and Technology, Government Surveillance

Lofgren Reacts to Being Named Impeachment Manager

January 15, 2020 Press Release
"It is with honor and determination that I accept this responsibility to fulfill my oath of office to hold the president accountable."

House Judiciary Will Investigate Trump Administration's "Remain in Mexico" Policy

January 14, 2020 Press Release
Immigration and Citizenship Subcommittee Chair Lofgren & colleagues demand the Department of Homeland Security turns over any information regarding the development and execution of the Migrant Protection Protocols.
Issues:
Immigration

House Leaders Press Trump Administration On Reports of Iranian Americans Being Held at Border

January 7, 2020 Press Release
“We write to express our alarm about CBP reportedly holding large numbers of people of Iranian heritage in secondary inspection for up to 12 hours.”
Issues:
Immigration

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