As a matter of fairness and representative democracy, African American voters should have a meaningful opportunity to elect candidates of their choosing.

Maritime innovation is essential to America’s economic and environmental future, and the Next Generation Shipping Act delivers the bold, forward-looking investment needed to keep our nation competitive. By advancing zero-emission vessels…

It does bring in light the imbalance in our judicial system, as it relates to African Americans and people of color.

I will not vote for this resolution. While I stand firmly and without hesitation against all forms of violence, I cannot support language that requires us to praise a man who so often showed disdain and disrespect for others.

I rise today to speak on a moral crisis unfolding in our country. One that demands the attention of my Republican colleagues and the American people. Last month, in Portland, Oregon, a seven-year-old girl was detained outside an urgent…

for months, Democrats have urged Republicans to come to the table to work together on a clean extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits. Now, we are just days away from the deadline, and Republicans are scrambling to push through an…

I want to share the story of Mike Friedman. I met Mike in October, about 1 week before open enrollment began. He was working on a Federal contract at the USDA National Finance Center in New Orleans but lost his job in April because of…

James M. Bernhard, Jr., was a legend in Louisiana. The headlines called him an icon, a titan, a giant of a man. Those who knew him understood why. He was a builder, a problem solver, and, at his core, a man of faith. Jim was a proud LSU…

If the President wants to provide federal resources to the City, I will work with him to provide funding to recruit and better train police officers.

Militarizing the streets of New Orleans is not a solution. Period.

Let me be clear: the map currently in place reflects the demographic reality of our state and the legal mandates of the Voting Rights Act...the map adopted by the legislature was a product of bipartisan negotiation, judicial review, and…

I'm insulted that you would suggest that there aren't lives that have been lost. People are dying every day, sir.

It is a time to encourage men to set an example for their families by engaging in preventive healthcare. It is about breaking harmful habits, making informed decisions, and prioritizing health in a way that protects not just individuals…

during this month of men's health, it almost sounds silly to say month of men's health. Men's health cannot be confined to 30 days in June. Men's health is every day. Paying attention to the warning signs is every day. We must recognize…

I rise tonight during National Gun Violence Awareness Month not just with sorrow but with a sense of urgency. I want to be abundantly clear that this is not about taking away anyone's Second Amendment right to bear arms. Mr. Speaker, don't…

I rise in support of our museums, our cultural institutions. We know that African-American history is, in fact, American history, and it must be recognized as such. The Musk-Trump administration's executive orders targeting museums are…

I hereby remove my name as cosponsor of H.R. 2111. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman's request is granted. ____________________

While they appear to be healthy, there are a lot of challenges at these facilities that require immediate attention.

I thank Representative Correa for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, the Securing the Cities Improvement Act, a critical piece of legislation designed to help us build and maintain our Nation's security…

We will work tirelessly, and we will push back in every possible way.

We aren't going to let them just do whatever they want.

President Trump has falsely suggested that Ukraine was responsible for the war with Russia and should have resolved the conflict years ago. This claim is not only unfounded, but it dangerously misrepresents the facts. Russia is the…

I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I rise today in strong support of our Nation's Federal workers. As a proud member of the Labor Caucus, I stand with these professionals who keep our government running. Their work is vital…

Was happy to see and hear from the president early this morning, and as he said recently that every single resource of the federal government would be made available to ensure that no stone would be left unturned when determining who or…