Your usual Super Bowl spread may cost a lot more this year, thanks to the Trump administration’s policies. At a time when prices are already far too high, Ohioans can’t afford this.

Good luck to the seven Ohioans competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics, and to all of Team USA. Bring home the gold!

Rep. Sykes was sent to Washington to be the voice for #OH13. She will not stop fighting to protect your hard earned benefits from Republican attacks.

Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day! The DWC is fighting for equal investment, access, and opportunity for all female athletes every single day.

Congratulations to the 21 students who Rep. Sykes nominated to attend a U.S. Military Service Academy! Rep. Sykes cannot wait to see what all of these students go on to accomplish.

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide. On World Cancer Day, we remember the lives lost to this deadly disease and honor their memory by striving to find cures.

Rep. Sykes first introduced the RAIL Act three years ago after the tragic train derailment in East Palestine. House Republicans have refused to allow a vote on the legislation.

Rail safety has always been a priority for Rep. Sykes, but it doesn’t seem to be for the administration or House Republicans -- even after the tragic Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine.

Today marks the 3 year anniversary of the tragic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. In that time, Rep. Sykes has been working tirelessly to bring attention to this issue to create change so that no other community in this country has to face the devastation and loss that East Palestine did.

Show local veterans some love this Valentine’s Day by participating in Valentines for Vets! All you need to do is create valentine cards and mail them to or drop them off at our Akron Office by February 11.

Rep. Sykes is hiring staff in her District Office! Team Sykes is made up of committed, constituent-focused professionals who serve #OH13. Visit sykes.house.gov/contact/join-our-team to learn more about each position.

Every family deserves a safe and affordable place to call home, and Congress has a responsibility to make that happen.

No matter your immigration status, it is important to #KnowYourRights when interacting with police or ICE. Visit sykes.house.gov/know-your-rights for a printable version of this information in multiple languages. Contact our office if you need any assistance.

Hearing from local leaders is important, which is why Rep. Sykes hosts an annual #OH13 Elected Officials Breakfast. This event brings together leaders from across our communities, promoting collaboration to better serve the people of Northeast Ohio.

Update! The City of Canton moved its warming center to Dueber Elementary. It will be open starting today through February 28.

If you or someone you know is in need of a warm place to stay, communities across #OH13 have opened warming shelters. If you need further assistance or information, call 2-1-1.

Today marks 40 years since the Space Shuttle Challenger accident, a tragedy that killed eight Americans, including Akron’s own Judith Resnik.

Rep. Sykes condemns the attack on Rep. Omar and denounces political violence.

Today we honor and mourn the millions of Jewish lives lost during the Holocaust at the hands of the evil Nazi regime. As antisemitism rises around the world, we must redouble our fight against it and never forget the horrific lessons of the Holocaust. #NeverAgain

Rep. Sykes recently named The Remedy Church and its congregation as the Champions of the Week for #OH13 in honor of the church’s fifth anniversary. Thank you for your service to our community.

Ohioans are already facing the reality of higher costs, and the Trump administration is only making matters worse.

Rep. Sykes released a statement following another fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis. ICE needs to leave Minnesota immediately and allow local law enforcement to restore order.

Companies must be held accountable when they do not uphold their role in protecting the health and safety of our communities. Rep. Sykes will always work to ensure that industry can thrive in Northeast Ohio, but that can never come at the expense of our safety.

On this anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Rep. Sykes promises to continue standing up for reproductive rights and making sure our laws reflect the will of the voters.

Rep. Sykes and President Trump seem to agree – corporate investors should not get in the way of hardworking families' dreams of homeownership. Congress must immediately pass the HOMES Act to make this a reality.

Rep. Sykes led members of the New Democrat Coalition and other members of Congress to call on the Department of Homeland Security to exempt health care workers from a new H-1B visa fee.

Ohioans cannot afford higher health care costs. The Senate must immediately act to restore the ACA tax credits because every American has a right to quality, affordable health care.

This administration continues to put union jobs at risk, especially in Ohio. 15 Ohio energy and infrastructure projects totaling $9 million have been canceled because of this administration – the fifth highest state total in the country.

This MLK Jr. Day weekend, Rep. Sykes was honored to attend several events throughout #OH13 alongside neighbors and community leaders. Dr. King’s legacy reminds us that progress is built through courage, compassion, and a commitment to justice for all.

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His work in the struggle for civil rights continues to inspire us in our work for a more free and just country.

Congratulations to Akron Fire Department Lieutenant Dave Ewers, retired Akron firefighter Mark Harper, and Lynx EMS worker Dominic Bagnoli on being named this week’s Champions of the week for #OH13!

Don’t forget! Today is the last day to sign up for health insurance for 2026 through the Affordable Care Act's Health Insurance Marketplace. Coverage will begin February 1. Visit HealthCare.gov to learn more.

Happy Founders' Day, Alpha Kappa Alpha! Rep. Sykes is proud to serve alongside several fellow #AKA members in Congress. Each day, members are united in sisterhood, working together to deliver results for their communities and be of service to all mankind.

Join Team Sykes on January 28 in Macedonia to get help with federal agencies. From the IRS, to Veterans Affairs, to Social Security, our team is here to make sure our government works for you. RSVP at sykes.house.gov/events.

Conducting a military strike in a sovereign country with no defined endgame risks pulling us into a long and costly conflict and putting American service members in harm’s way. Americans should not be asked to take on the burden of governing another country.

Happy Korean American Day! Today we celebrate the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States in 1903 and honor the rich cultural heritage and vast contributions of Korean Americans.

Today, Rep. Sykes and presented Conrad Piero with a Congressional Record for protecting a Canton police officer during a recent active shooter situation. This act of heroism is an excellent example of why #OH13 is known as the Birthplace of Champions!

Rep. Sykes recently announced two Safe Streets and Roads for All grants totaling $21 million in Summit County. This funding will make our roads safer for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists alike. #MoneyMonday

Americans deserve the opportunity to own a home, not to see their neighborhoods bought up by corporations. Congress should immediately pass the HOMES Act to help make housing more affordable for all Americans.

Yesterday, the House passed three more Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills, which will fund four of Rep. Sykes’ Community Project Funding requests! These four projects, totaling $3.9 million, will go towards keeping our community safe and our local infrastructure.

Rep. Sykes was honored to swear in five members of Canal Fulton City Council this week. She looks forward to working with all of our local elected officials in 2026.

The House passed a clean three-year extension of the ACA tax credits to restore lower health care premiums for thousands in #OH13 and millions across the country. The bill now moves on to the Senate for consideration.

On January 1, health care tax credits that have saved families thousands of dollars annually expired due to inaction by Republicans. Today, 17 Republicans joined all House Democrats to pass a clean three-year extension of these tax credits and reverse these outrageous premium increases.

Join Rep. Sykes today at 6 p.m. on Instagram Live for the WTF Show to talk about what’s in the news this week, including the latest updates on health care and Trump’s attack on Venezuela.

Rep. Sykes demands accountability after Minneapolis shooting.

Health care should be a right, not a gamble. But by dragging their feet and letting deadlines pass, Republicans are gambling with American lives. Congress must extend the ACA subsidies immediately.

Airships are not just history. They are our future. Rep. Sykes is proud to reintroduce this bill to ensure our community remains a global leader in airship innovation.

House and Senate Democrats remain committed to remembering the horror of the insurrection that took place on January 6, 2021. Rep. Sykes joined her colleagues for a moment of silence Tuesday night to honor the police officers who lost their lives while protecting the Capitol and our democracy.

On the 5th anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, we must recommit ourselves to ensuring that this never happens again. Protecting our democracy requires vigilance, accountability, and a shared commitment to the principles that unite us. Read the full statement at sykes.house.gov/media.

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