James Talarico: My birth father had a drinking problem that led to being violent. My mom decided that she was leaving. She worked double duty at a hotel to provide for us. She saw Texas Democrats who fought for the little guy. She told me, ‘We're Democrats, because Democrats fight for the people.’

My decision.

A grand jury saw through this political stunt. Using the Justice Department to target political opponents is an abuse of power – full stop. We will not be intimidated because the American people deserve better.

The promise of equal justice under the law means nothing if it disappears when the defendant is rich and famous. The failures surrounding Epstein weren’t just bureaucratic. They were moral. Survivors deserved protection, not silence. We need a justice system that holds the powerful accountable.

President Trump’s tariffs are a national sales tax that have raised costs significantly for families and small businesses. Yesterday we finally mustered a majority vote to cancel the Canadian tariffs. We must keep pushing until these are lifted.

BREAKING: We’ve raised $20 million from 290,000 people since launching our grassroots campaign! $0 from corporate PACs. This is what a people-powered movement looks like.

Donald Trump said he would deport violent criminals and felons here unlawfully, but instead ICE is using taxpayer dollars to brutalize and kill Americans. Tune in now to hear how House Democrats are holding ICE accountable. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmAg...

Early voting starts in just 5 days! Click the link to sign up and help us win! www.mobilize.us/talaricofort...

We should be focused on lowering costs and strengthening supply chains, not manufacturing emergencies that leave the American people bearing the financial burden.

Last night, I was proud to join every Democrat - and a few Republicans – to stop the tariffs on Canada. Why? Because Trump’s Tariffs are taxes, and working families are paying the price.

We also honor the Stark County NAACP, whose dedicated leadership and members work tirelessly to advance civil rights and social justice throughout Stark County. Through community advocacy and civic engagement, the branch remains committed to building equity, accountability, and opportunity for all.

Today we celebrate the 117th anniversary of the NAACP, an organization that has been at the forefront of the fight for civil rights, racial equity, and social justice. The NAACP’s legacy continues to shape a more just future for all.

From higher insurance premiums to disaster recovery bills, this is an issue that hits home and leaves working families paying the price for climate denial. We should be strengthening protections, not dismantling them.

“During the past 20 years, Missouri experienced 59 more billion-dollar disasters from severe storms compared to the previous 20 years.” app.climatecentral.org/climate-loca...

You can’t repeal reality. The Endangerment Finding affirmed what scientists have made clear for decades:climate change endangers public health. Walking away from that truth won’t protect families, it just puts them at greater risk. I strongly oppose this reckless decision thehill.com/policy/energ...

Right now, members of Congress, who are briefed on classified information, can legally buy and sell stocks. I’m calling for a ban on stock trading for all members of Congress to put an end to that corruption.

Grateful to join the Consumer Credit Industry Association on the Hill this week to discuss bipartisan, pragmatic solutions in the 119th Congress that expand housing supply, reduce financial risk, support working families and strengthen the economy.

With bipartisan support, it’s time to end the damaging Trump tariff regime on Canada. Canada is our neighbor, our ally, our friend. Our Great Lakes regional economy is the third largest in the world, and like no other. Let's strengthen our economy, and make life affordable again.

They’re arresting the wrong people. The criminals are in the White House.

📌Our DOJ is going after patriots like Mark Kelly and protecting pedophiles and pedophile-adjacent sickos like Trump and seemingly half his cabinet. THAT'S what law and order looks like under Republicans in America.

There are fewer words in the Bible than there are mentions of Trump in the files.

Trump is in the unredacted Epstein files over 1,000,000 times. One fucking million. And those are just the DoJ redactions that were unredacted. Not the FBI’s. One fucking million. And those aren’t all the files. They refuse to release the rest.

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Crayola is considering renaming “Burnt Sienna” to “Bobby Glow.”

The President is a real loser...👍

I guess he just got lucky.

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Quick round up: - the government is covering up evidence the president is a pedophile - he’s openly taking bribes from foreign governments - his masked agents are shooting citizens in the streets - the FBI is helping him steal the election - he’s threatening war against multiple allies 👍👍👍

Well that certainly tracks.

I'm pretty sick of the Guarding Over Pedophiles party getting away with this. ONLY the victims should be redacted. EVERYONE ELSE should be known.

I have a feeling European countries are going to take the lead and be the END of all these fvckers, including the 🤡 and his perverted disgusting regime. TAKE THEM ALL DOWN‼️

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China just passed a law paedophile's to get death penalty

🚨 RELEASE THE NAMES OF ALL THE CHILD SEXUAL PREDATORS!!! 🚨

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They will support a fetus before it's ever become a person, but they don't support children or people once they are born.

Alaskans are ready for a change.

I’ll never stop fighting to ensure Ohio workers get their hard earned money.

Modern-day Russia is a syndicate masquerading as a country, run by a mob boss named Putin.  The weaponization of migration is just another tool in his arsenal. And we are seeing the devastating consequences of that aggression for the Ukrainian people — including the suffering of innocent children.

Welcoming @UAW.org Local 12 and Local 14 members from across NW Ohio to DC today. As a proud daughter of the United Auto Workers, I will always stand with the hardworking men and women who make it here in America. Thank you for coming to Washington and ensuring your voices are heard!

MAGA hated this message. Let that sink in.

Our country is so divided that we don’t even share the Super Bowl anymore. But in the words of Bad Bunny: “the only thing more powerful than hate is love.”

Team Costa was honored to meet with these brave individuals, thank them for their commitment to our nation, and share information about the casework assistance our office proudly provides to veterans, service members, and their families.

This event was a meaningful opportunity to express our community’s sincere gratitude for their service, dedication, and sacrifice.

Yesterday, Team Costa kicked off the week by distributing Valentines for Vets to military veterans of the National Guard active reservists, who serve in partnership with Cal Fire of Fresno County.

This is devastating. Alaskans have relied on strong King salmon runs to feed their families for generations, but factory trawling and excessive bycatch are contributing significantly to the decimation of our fisheries. We don’t need more studies. We need leaders dedicated to solving this.

At UToledo, Sophomore Rocket Miriam Diala was greeted after a hard fought win by her mother Francisca, who traveled 4,300 miles to see her daughter play women's college basketball at UT in person for the first time. Just imagine the embrace in the stands, the tears, the joy, and the gratitude.