Every community deserves the resources to deliver the services people rely on every day. Proud to present Whitaker Borough with the $675,000 federal investment I secured for a new Department of Public Works facility that will protect and strengthen essential public services.

250 years in, white supremacy is alive and well. They celebrated by polluting our skies, marching in our streets, and riding the public transit they spend their time defunding. The hypocrisy would be laughable if it weren’t so dangerous.

It was a joy to join the Monroeville Fourth of July parade today! The story of America has always been shaped by the folks who organized, marched, voted, and died for our freedoms.

Diversity is a factual description of classrooms in this country and a strength of our democracy. Everyone benefits when students are included and affirmed. Attacks on inclusive policies do nothing but undermine our collective potential.

Trump and Republicans' so-called One Big Beautiful Bill is overhauling our federal student loan system. For me and millions of other borrowers, monthly payments will be increased drastically to match that of rent or a mortgage. Here's what some of those other changes look like.

$517 million in corporate money and it's only July. This is exactly what happens when billionaires and corporations are allowed to bankroll our elections. The people should decide our future, not whoever can write the biggest check.

Private equity is driving up costs and putting youth sports out of reach for too many families. When corporate and special interests are prioritized, people suffer. We need real anti-trust enforcement so our livelihoods are no longer controlled by profit-driven monopolies.

Today’s ruling is a victory for our constitutional rights and for every child born in this country. We shouldn't have had such a close call. Six conservative justices should not have the power over generations to come. We must expand and reform the Court immediately.

For decades, federal black lung benefits have failed to keep pace with the rising cost of living. I'm introducing the Support Our Miners Act to restore the value of these benefits and ensure coal miners and their families receive the support they've earned.

As Pride Month comes to a close, let's carry this truth with us year-round: our liberation is tied. An attack on trans people, queer people, immigrants, Black and brown folks, or working people is an attack on all of us. Solidarity is our strength.

This is a win for the American people. If your ballot is postmarked by Election Day, it should count. No one should lose their voice because of postal delays beyond their control. Our democracy works best when every eligible vote is counted, not discarded.

It was wonderful to welcome Abigail, PA-12's Congressional Art Competition winner, to the Capitol and hear about the inspiration behind her powerful piece, "a lo que conduce la injusticia." Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!"

Trump could have signed a bipartisan housing bill this past week to make life a little more affordable for working Americans. Instead, he's prioritizing restrictions on voting rights. It's clear he does not care about any of us.

Had a great experience touring Community LIFE and seeing how their team helps seniors age with dignity, maintain independence, and remain in their homes. It was a great reminder of why protecting and expanding Medicare is so important for our communities.

Our democracy should belong to the people, not the highest bidder. As long as billionaires and corporate interests can spend unlimited money to influence our elections, working people will be forced to compete with wealth and power. It's time to abolish Super PACs.

Today marks the anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges, a decision that affirmed what never should've been questioned: love is love and every couple deserves the freedom to marry. We celebrate this progress and recommit to protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ people everywhere.

Public safety isn't built through fearmongering or expanding surveillance. It's built by investing in housing, health care, violence prevention, and community-led solutions. Grateful to partner with @vera.org for their Serious About Safety Campaign to make that a reality.

You shouldn't be in debt to your employer for leaving a job. @markey.senate.gov and I are demanding answers from companies about their use of coercive stay-or-pay contracts that saddle workers with debt and restrict their freedom to leave. These anti-worker practices must end.

This extremist Supreme Court just gave Trump the green light to block asylum seekers at the border and end TPS protections for Haitians & Syrians. People fleeing danger deserve compassion, not cruelty. We must reform and expand the Court immediately. www.cnn.com/2026/06/25/p...

It was an honor to welcome & introduce International @steelworkers.bsky.social President Roxanne Brown on Capitol Hill. As the first woman and first person of color to lead USW, President Brown is standing up for workers & strengthening our labor movement. I'm proud to join her in that fight.

Four years since Dobbs, we're reminded of the need to reform our Courts. Today, women have fewer reproductive rights than a decade ago. Black women are still at greater risk of dying in pregnancy and childbirth. We cannot ignore that this rollback is costing lives.

Your president really said you get either your right to housing or your right to vote, pick one.

Voting rights are once again under attack and we must do everything in our power to fight back. Proud to reintroduce the Right to Vote Act with @neguse.house.gov and @ossoff.senate.gov to establish the first-ever federal statutory right to strengthen protections for every voter.

Thank you Mount Washington CDC for hosting a community town hall and inviting me to connect with our neighbors. I’m grateful to everyone who came out, raised concerns, and shared what they want to see from their government—from healthcare, to Social Security, to affordability.

There is no shame in getting the resources you need. The only shame is that our government is cutting vital programs like SNAP and making it harder for families to afford food and basic necessities. Stop judging people for seeking help. Hold the officials accountable for failing them.

The ribbon-cutting of Citizen Lab's MLK Center for Scientific Excellence is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we invest in our communities. Proud to support this new STEM hub to empower the next generation of innovators right here in the Hill District.

I’m saddened by the passing of John Tague Jr., a tireless advocate for disability rights, accessibility, and public transit. His lifelong commitment to dignity, independence, and inclusion leaves a lasting legacy in Pittsburgh and beyond. My condolences to his loved ones.

The Pentagon is the only place in America where you can fail 8 audits in a row, admit you’ll fail the next few & still get handed more money than you asked for. But let a family need help buying groceries and suddenly it’s a lecture about hard work, responsibility & bootstraps.

Relieved to hear Salah Sarsour has been reunited with his loved ones after being wrongfully targeted and detained by ICE. No one should face retaliation for free speech or for advocating for Palestinian human rights. If his free speech isn’t protected, neither is yours. www.cnn.com/2026/06/18/u...

Juneteenth is a celebration of Black freedom, Black memory, and Black resistance.  Honored to be in community at the Braddock and Swissvale Juneteenth celebrations, uplifting joy, history, and the ongoing fight for true liberation.

Today I joined community leaders at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to discuss community needs. Food insecurity is an interconnected issue tied to housing, healthcare, utilities, and transportation costs, and I remain committed to working with our partners to find solutions.

Great meeting with Riverlife aboard “Shore Thing” and learning about the impact this innovative space is having on our riverfront communities. Excited about their future plans and continued investment in accessible, vibrant public spaces along our waterways.

Green schoolyards are investments in our children, schools, and communities. From outdoor classrooms to accessible community gardens, these projects show why my Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act is vital for student success.. Thank you Western Pennsylvania Conservancy for having me!

The Trump admin is illegally gutting the Dept. of Education by outsourcing key responsibilities for civil rights & special education. Only Congress can create or dismantle a federal agency. This reckless dismantling of public education harms students, families, and educators.

For years, Hazelwood residents have had to leave their neighborhood to find fresh, affordable groceries. In the richest nation on Earth, food deserts shouldn't exist. Hazelwood should be no exception, and deserves a grocery store that meets the needs of the community.

Money in politics is at the root of so many of our challenges. When big money drives decisions, everyday people lose their voice. If we get money out of politics, we can put priorities back where they belong: with the communities that we were elected to serve.

Domestic work will and has always been real work. Today, on International Domestic Workers Day, we honor the contributions of domestic and care workers who deserve the same fundamental labor rights as any other employee.

Trump’s illegal war has cost thousands of lives, wasted billions in taxpayer dollars, and stoked a wider conflict. Now he wants applause for attempting to clean up a mess of his own making. A peace deal is welcome news, but we never should've gotten here.

Honored to join the Munhall community for its 125th anniversary celebration. From families and local business owners to leaders and longtime residents, Munhall’s legacy is one of community, resilience, and spirit. Grateful to be part of this milestone.

Daphy Michel was a human being who happened to be born on the other side of a border. That did not mean she was any less worthy of care, safety, and dignity. Her death was preventable. We must abolish ICE. www.publicsource.org/haitian-immi...

As we approach America's 250th year, we recognize Black labor, Black lives, and Black futures have suffered government-sanctioned harm. Reparative justice means quality jobs, healthcare, economic opportunity, and so much more. When Black communities thrive, everyone thrives.

Justice for Leqaa Kordia and all victims of ICE who have been targeted for speaking out against genocide and injustice. We will continue to say abolish ICE today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes. Thank you @reprashida.govpeeps.us for convening us.

Today’s Ed and Workforce hearing tried to weaponize inclusive policies that simply give kids—disabled, marginalized, and queer kids—a fair shot. These policies work to reverse systemic discrimination and meet the needs of all students. Why are my colleagues so against that?

Last night, House Republicans handed ICE and CBP billions more while families struggle to afford rent, groceries, child care, and healthcare. Congress shouldn't be writing blank checks for cruelty while everyday people are being crushed by rising costs. I voted no.

Proud to announce that I'm joining the House Judiciary Committee, where some of the biggest fights of our time are happening. Protecting rights. Defending democracy. Fighting for survivors. Taking on Trump, his admin & every abuser of power. Accountability just got a new seat.

Survivors of Epstein's abuse have been fighting for justice for decades. No matter how unwilling any perpetrator or supporter of this coverup is, we will not let up. The fight for accountability will continue.

For generations, the Allegheny YMCA has served North Side neighbors with housing, care, and community. Today’s reopening means this historic space can serve even more folks with the access they deserve. Proud to have secured $1M for these accessibility-rooted renovations.

A man at Moshannon spoke out about abuse & neglect. ICE and GEO threw him in solitary, cut him off & transferred him. This is retaliation. It’s how Trump punishes dissent, silences the truth & disappears detainees. Shut ICE down. Shut Moshannon down. www.witf.org/2026/06/04/i...

Today, I asked the NLRB Chairman if he’d oppose a White House liaison at the agency. He affirmed his belief that the NLRB is an independent agency and said he’d have no option to oppose White House interference “other than to resign. The NLRB must remain an independent agency.

The U.S. is supporting Israel’s invasion, bombing, and mass displacement of the Lebanese people. Americans don't want their tax dollars funding another illegal and devastating war. I urge Congress to vote yes on @reprashida.govpeeps.us's War Powers Resolution to put an end to it.