🚨OIG just released its VHA staffing report which identified severe occupational staffing shortages at the facility level. VHA facilities reported a total of 4,434 severe occupational staffing shortages, a 50% increase from FY 2024.   RM @repmarktakano.bsky.social released the following statement:

🚨 VA just terminated collective bargaining agreements for most union employees—a direct attack on workers' rights and veterans' care. RM @repmarktakano.bsky.social and @democrats-veterans.house.gov released the following statement: democrats-veterans.house.gov/news/press-r...

I am appalled by the findings of the OIG report on the failures in care at the Batavia Community Living Center. See my full statement below.

Calling all middle and high school students interested in coding! Submit an app for the 2025 Congressional App Challenge by October 30th! #Congress4CS For more information, visit: www.congressionalappchallenge.us

See my full statement on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza below.

It’s been 16 years since the last minimum wage increase. On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @norcross.house.gov explains how Republicans are holding workers back and how Democrats are fighting for a more affordable America with higher wages and lower costs.

Jim Kapsiak dedicated his life to lifting others up – whether in the classroom, on the court, or in our community. He led with heart, with faith, and with purpose. A teacher, mentor, coach, deacon, father, and friend – Jim’s legacy is woven into the fabric of Western New York. May he rest in peace.

Our veterans kept their promise to this country and we have a responsibility to keep ours to them. Slashing 30,000 VA jobs is not reform, it’s a dereliction of duty. I’ll keep fighting to protect the care our heroes have earned and deserve.

The cancellation of Stephen Colbert's show just days after speaking out on Paramount's $16 million settlement with Donald Trump raises serious questions — was this a business decision, or a political one?  Americans deserve transparency, not corporate censorship. www.npr.org/2025/07/17/n...

Once again, while America slept, Congressional Republicans pushed a bill through to send to the president's desk that guts funding for vital government resources.  See my full statement below.

Congressional Republicans knew what they were voting for. This plan is a day late and a trillion dollars short. No half measures. #cancelthecuts www.nytimes.com/2025/07/15/u...

Happy 716 day, Western New York! Today we celebrate everything that makes our community so special – our resilience, our generosity, and our diversity.  Let’s shop local, give back, and take pride in all that makes the 716 strong!

On today's Democratic Daily Download, @hankjohnson.house.gov marks one week since Donald Trump signed the Big, Ugly Law and explains how Republicans are making life worse for everyday Americans.

The recent threat to impose a 35% tariff on Canadian imports is just another example of President Trump creating chaos and showing a complete lack of regard for American families and our long-standing economic relationship with Canada.  See my full statement below.

How will Trump’s Big Ugly Bill impact you? Swipe to find out. 🧵

The confirmation of Bryan Bedford as Federal Aviation Administration Administrator is a slap in the face to all who care about airline safety. See my full statement below.

The House just passed the Big Ugly Bill – and I voted NO. This catastrophic legislation kicks 17 million Americans off their health insurance, rips food off families’ tables, and adds trillions to the national debt, all to give billionaires another tax break.

Trump's Big, Beautiful, Betrayal directly impacts veterans and their families-- from cuts to SNAP and Medicaid, to its inevitable cost-of-living increase. Republicans are not helping Americans with this bill, and they certainly are not helping our nation's veterans.

Canada is our closest ally and trading partner, not our adversary. See my full statement on President Trump’s latest trade decisions between the US and Canada.

The sign outside my office in D.C. recognizes the profound heroism of the Capitol Police and other law enforcement agencies on January 6th, 2021. These officers put their lives on the line to defend our democracy from senseless political violence. Let us never forget their service and sacrifice.

See my full statement below.

Father’s Day is Sunday, and on today’s Democratic Daily Download @gomez.house.gov shares how House Democrats are fighting for dads and families across America.

See my full statement below.

@rephaleystevens.bsky.social lays out how the One Big Ugly Bill will cut health care for 16 million people, in Michigan and across the country, and hurt critical industries that power the American economy.

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @cisneros.house.gov talks about Donald Trump trying to distract the American people from his plans to throw 16 million Americans off the health care to pay for billionaire tax breaks.

See my statement on President Trump’s threats below.

Trump’s one, big ugly bill will hurt every American — Republican or Democrat. These aren’t just numbers, these are people’s lives. On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @reptroycarter.bsky.social breaks down how it will hurt Louisiana and all Americans.

On today's Democratic Daily Download, @equality.house.gov Chair @repmarktakano.bsky.social celebrates Pride Month! House Democrats will never stop fighting for freedom and equality for all Americans.

Great catching up with my old friend Senator Mark Daly! Always a productive conversation on ways we can strengthen US-Ireland ties and build lasting partnerships for the future. Éirinn go Brách!

See my full statement below.

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @sylviagarcia.house.gov highlights how Republican cuts to SNAP in the One, Big Ugly Bill will strain our food banks and leave families in our communities behind.

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @repbeatty.bsky.social breaks down Trump’s One Big Ugly Bill — a nightmare ripping food and care from millions. House Republicans pushed it through while you were sleeping because they don’t want you to know what’s in it.

Happy Pride Month! Every American deserves the freedom to live as their true self, without fear, shame, or discrimination.  Pride is a time to celebrate the many contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and to continue the fight for equality, justice, and dignity for all!

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, Rep. Josh Harder explains how devastating Medicaid cuts in the Republican tax bill will be for families and communities across America. That’s why Democrats are fighting back with all we’ve got.

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, Rep. Robert Garcia discusses the GOP's latest attack on the American people, handing huge tax breaks for billionaires while slashing health care and basic needs programs for working class people. Democrats will keep fighting to stop this scam.

See my statement below.

On today's Democratic Daily Download, @usrepkathycastor.bsky.social explains how the GOP Tax Scam will increase electric bills for families and small businesses by ripping away investments in clean energy.

On top of massive cuts to health care and food assistance, Republicans hid several provisions in their tax scam that will spell disaster for working families. In today’s Democratic Daily Download, @salinas.house.gov breaks down what the GOP doesn’t want you to know about their reckless bill.

This week, Republicans tried to jam through their tax scam in the dead of night. Democrats fought back to expose this bill's cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. In today’s Democratic Daily Download, @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social explains how we will keep standing up for hardworking American taxpayers.

My full statement on last night’s tragic event:

House Republicans tried to jam through the GOP Tax Scam in the dark of night – but House Democrats are fighting back to expose and stop this disastrous bill. @scanlon.house.gov explains why Americans can’t afford these devastating cuts to health care and food assistance.

I sat down with the Chiefs of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe in Washington to discuss the powerful work these leaders are doing for their people in support of sovereignty, justice, and partnership.

I welcomed the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Micky Murray, to Buffalo last week. I had the honor of showing him the 5/14 Memorial at Tops, presenting him with a flag at the Transatlantic Business roundtable, and kicking off the Irish Echo celebration.

John Feroleto was a devoted family man, an accomplished attorney, and a fierce advocate for justice. His legacy lives on through his family, his work, and the countless lives he touched across Western New York. May John Feroleto rest in peace.

Great catching up with Canisius University President Stoute to talk about all of the exciting things happening on campus and across Western New York. Proud to support our local academic institutions as they educate and empower the next generation of leaders.

See my statement on the firing of acting FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton below.

Congratulations to Pope Leo XIV – the first American Pope in history. May Pope Leo XIV’s leadership be guided by faith, compassion, and wisdom.

During a House Veterans Affairs Committee legislative markup this week, I introduced five common-sense amendments to protect our veterans and defend the dedicated VA staff who care for them. Unfortunately, the Republican majority rejected every single one. I won’t stop fighting for our veterans.

On today's Democratic Daily Download, @repjahanahayes.bsky.social explains how Republicans are trying to cut $230 billion from food assistance. House Democrats are fighting back with the Hands Off Medicaid and SNAP Act to protect these basic needs programs.