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Pelosi Statement on Final Passage of the One Big, Ugly BillWashington D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the final House passage of the One Big, Ugly Bill: “Today is a dark and harrowing time for America’s children, seniors, Veterans, working families and the most vulnerable in our nation. The Republicans’ Big, Ugly Bill is the biggest transfer of money in history to the wealthy and well-connected — paid for on the backs of everyday Americans. It is an immoral Robin Hood in reverse of bad economics.

Pelosi on the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations: "One of the world's greatest organizations for peace and the advancement of humanity."Washington, D.C. – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi commemorated the 80th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter, recognizing the founding of one of the world’s most enduring institutions for peace and global cooperation.Speaking on the House Floor, she reflected on the historic role San Francisco played in hosting the 1945 conference that gave birth to the U.N., underscoring the pride felt by the city and its people.Watch her full remarks here.

Pelosi Statement on the Supreme Court's Ruling in Trump v. CASA Inc.Washington D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Supreme Court's Ruling in Trump v. CASA Inc.: “Has the Supreme Court decided to change the culture and character of America? The Congress must thoroughly examine this decision by the Supreme Court to find ways to legislate and protect the Constitutional right to citizenship for all those born in America.

Pelosi on House Floor: "Let us not turn the American dream into a nightmare."Washington, D.C. – This morning, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House Floor against Republicans’ “One Big, Ugly Bill,” legislation that makes deep cuts to Medicaid and SNAP while handing massive tax breaks to the wealthiest Americans.

Pelosi on House Floor: "You should be ashamed of yourselves."Washington, D.C. – Early this morning, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi spoke again on the House Floor to condemn Republicans' "One Big, Ugly Bill" which adds $4 trillion to the national debt to fund tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans.

Pelosi Joins House Democrats in Defending NIH Grants Against Trump Administration’s Unlawful TerminationWashington, D.C. — Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined 151 House Democrats in filing an amicus brief challenging the Trump Administration’s illegal and devastating cuts to life-saving medical research grants at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Pelosi at Aspen Ideas Festival to Celebrate 15 Years of the Affordable Care Act: "This was the challenge of our generation."Aspen, CO – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretaries Kathleen Sebelius and Sylvia Burwell at the Aspen Ideas Festival for a behind-the-scenes look at the passage of the Affordable Care Act, moderated by former Congressman Charlie Dent.

Pelosi Statement on Cancelation of Bipartisan Classified Member BriefingWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Trump Administration's cancelation of a bipartisan classified Member briefing on Israel-Iran: “The decision of this Administration to withhold intelligence and cancel today’s scheduled bipartisan classified Member briefing — which was already long overdue — is a slap in the face to the Congress of the United States.

Pelosi Statement on Support of War Powers ResolutionWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement announcing her cosponsorship of H.Con.Res.40 to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran:

Pelosi Statement on the Trump Administration's Actions in CaliforniaWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Trump Administration's actions in California: “The ongoing arrests in California of families and children obeying the law are evidence of a broader pattern of ICE’s renegade behavior across the country. The resulting peaceful demonstrations against these actions are a manifestation of understandable fear in our communities.

Pelosi Joins Colleagues in Bipartisan Charge To Save Job CorpsWashington, D.C. — Last week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined a letter signed by 199 Members of Congress to U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer urging her to continue the Job Corps program.

Pelosi Statement on U.S. Military Action in IranSan Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on President Trump's unilateral military action in Iran: “Tonight, the President ignored the Constitution by unilaterally engaging our military without Congressional authorization. I join my colleagues in demanding answers from the Administration on this operation which endangers American lives and risks further escalation and dangerous destabilization of the region.”

Pelosi Statement on the Reported Navy Decision to Rename USNS Harvey MilkWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the reported decision by the Trump Administration to rename the USNS Harvey Milk and other Navy ships in the John Lewis-class:

Pelosi Statement on the California High-Speed Rail FRA ReportWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Secretary of Transportation's announcement of a report from the Federal Railroad Administration on California High-Speed Rail: “This announcement is a rejection of the future. California has been a leader in realizing the vision of high-speed rail to meet the needs of working families with respect for consumers, labor and the environment.

Pelosi Statement on the Reported ICE Arrests in San FranciscoWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the reported ICE arrests in San Francisco:

Pelosi Reflects on History of the AIDS Crisis: "That’s Why I Came Here. I Came to Fight."Washington, D.C. – During World Pride celebrations in the nation’s capital, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi paid a solemn visit to the AIDS Memorial Quilt display at St. Thomas’ Parish in Dupont Circle. The exhibit honors members of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, D.C. who died of AIDS in the 1980s and '90s.Pelosi, a lifelong champion in the fight against HIV/AIDS, viewed panels created in memory of more than 30 chorus members, many lovingly sewn by grieving friends and family during the height of the epidemic.

Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Congressman Gerry ConnollyWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly:

Pelosi on the Republican Tax Scam: "One of the Largest Transfers of Wealth in our History."Washington, D.C. – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi voted NO on the Republican Tax Scam bill: Donald Trump’s extreme legislation that will kick nearly 14 million people off their health care, take food out of the mouths of hungry kids and raise costs for health care and groceries across the board.

Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Chairman Charles RangelSan Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of former Ways and Means Committee Chairman Charles Rangel:“Today, I join my colleagues in Congress and many across America in mourning the Lion of Lenox Avenue: Chairman Charles Rangel. Serving in Congress for nearly half-a-century, Chairman Rangel was an impactful legislator and a lifelong voice for the voiceless and champion of the oppressed.

Pelosi at San Francisco AAPI Roundtable: "Our seniors and children are not waste, fraud and abuse."San Francisco – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi hosted an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month roundtable with San Francisco's Asian Pacific Islander Council, bringing together community leaders to address the devastating impacts of the Trump Administration’s budget cuts on AAPI communities.

Pelosi, Democratic Women’s Caucus to Committee Republicans: Don’t Cut Medicaid and SNAP, Stand with Women and FamiliesWashington, D.C. — Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined 42 Democratic Women’s Caucus members led by DWC Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03), Vice Chair Emilia Sykes (OH-13), and Policy Task Force Co Chair Deborah K. Ross (NC-02) in sending a letter to the Republican Members of the House Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Agriculture Committees. The letter urged Republicans to stand with women and families by protecting Medicaid, SNAP, and other programs women and families need to thrive in their budget.

Pelosi Joins Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Attend Pope Leo XIV’s Mass for the Beginning of his PontificateWashington, D.C. — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is traveling with a bipartisan Congressional delegation to the Vatican to attend the inaugural Mass of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.

Pelosi on House Floor: "Hands off SNAP."Washington, D.C. – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives in opposition to Republican efforts to cut SNAP and deprive millions of families, especially women and children, of the food security they need.Speaker Emerita Pelosi highlighted how the Republican agenda puts the needs of the ultra-wealthy ahead of hungry children and working families across America.Watch Speaker Emerita Pelosi's remarks here.

Pelosi on House Floor: "This is Robin Hood in Reverse"Washington, D.C. – Tonight, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives in opposition to the Republicans’ bill that cuts Medicaid by $700 billion, which she condemned as a cruel attack on working families, vulnerable children and Americans with disabilities.

Pelosi Joins House Democrats in Demanding an Up-or-Down Vote to Protect Medicaid and Food AssistanceWashington, D.C. – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi signed a discharge petition that would force an up-or-down vote in the House to protect Medicaid and food assistance from devastating budget cuts.

ICYMI: Pelosi warns the US needs NATO tooWashington, D.C. – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi sat down with Politico Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist Jonathan Martin at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center to discuss the future of the United States' relationship with NATO at POLITICO’s Securing Europe: NATO's Next Steps Event.“If we as the United States of America do not honor our commitments, I don’t know how we expect people to honor their commitments to us," Speaker Emerita Pelosi said.

Pelosi Statement on the Election of Pope Leo XIVWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the election of Pope Leo XIV:“Joyfully, people around the world have learned of a new Pope elected by one of the largest and most diverse conclaves ever — and the first American pope in history.“For many of us, the name Leo XIV happily brings to mind Leo XIII’s Rerum novarum which was a blessing for working people. And it is heartening that His Holiness continued the blessing that Pope Francis gave on Easter Sunday: ‘God loves everyone. Evil will not prevail.’

Pelosi, House Democrats Challenge Trump’s Unlawful, Chaotic Imposition of IEEPA TariffsWashington, D.C. — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined 147 Democratic Members of Congress in filing an amicus brief late Monday night challenging President Donald Trump’s sweeping and chaotic tariffs unlawfully imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The lawmakers’ brief stands up for Congress’s Article I exclusive legislative power to impose tariffs and regulate commerce, and argues that IEEPA does not give the President the power to impose reckless, on-again-off-again tariffs, which have wreaked havoc on the U.S. economy.

Pelosi Joins Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Attend the Funeral of His Holiness Pope FrancisWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is traveling with a bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Vatican City to attend the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis on Saturday, April 26 in St. Peter’s Square.

Pelosi, House Democrats Defend Department of Education in CourtWashington, D.C. — This week, Speaker Emerita Pelosi joined House Democrats in filing an amicus brief challenging the Trump Administration’s efforts to close the Department of Education in the matter of the State of New York v. Linda McMahon. A case in which 20 states moved to sue the administration for its plans to place fifty percent of the Department’s workforce on administrative leave, effectively shuttering a congressionally authorized agency by way of executive fiat.

Pelosi Statement on President Trump’s First 100 DaysWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on President Trump's first 100 days in office:

ICYMI: Pelosi at Reframe Festival on the Future of Democratic LeadershipBoston – Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi virtually joined PBS News Hour co-anchor and co-managing editor Geoff Bennett at the Reframe Festival in San Francisco to discuss the future of Democratic leadership. The conversation was presented by PBS News in partnership with Bay Area member station KQED. Click here to watch the full conversation.

Pelosi Joins Congressional Democrats in Fighting Back Against Trump’s Attacks on the FTC and Independent AgenciesSan Francisco — Yesterday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined Senate and House Democrats in filing an amicus brief opposing President Donald Trump’s unlawful attempt to fire members of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). FTC Commissioners Rebecca Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya are duly appointed, Senate-confirmed Commissioners at an independent federal agency created by Congress.

Pelosi on Save Social Security Day of Action: "Republicans in Congress want to end Social Security as we know it."San Francisco – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi hosted a Save Social Security Day of Action roundtable, bringing together San Francisco community leaders, advocates, seniors and people with disabilities to discuss the critical importance of protecting Social Security for the over 109,000 recipients in San Francisco.

Pelosi Statement on the Passing of His Holiness Pope FrancisSan Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis:

Pelosi: "Trump is Tanking our Economy in a Self-Inflicted Disaster."San Francisco – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi hosted a Cost of Living Week of Action press conference at Arcadio’s Produce in the heart of The SF Market, bringing together San Francisco small business owners and community leaders to discuss how President Trump’s senseless tariffs and reckless economic policies are hurting small business owners and their employees in San Francisco.

Pelosi Statement on President Trump's Senseless TariffsPhiladelphia – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the Trump Administration’s global tariff policies:“The Trump Administration's flagrant ineptitude is tanking our economy in a self-inflicted disaster that leaves hardworking American families bearing the brunt of the pain.“Make no mistake: President Trump's senseless tariffs will drive prices higher, drain retirement savings and push us to the brink of recession.

Pelosi Joins House Democrats in Introducing Bill to Raise the Minimum WageWashington, D.C. — This week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined House Democrats in introducing the Raise the Wage Act of 2025. The Raise the Wage Act, led by House Committee on Education and the Workforce Ranking Member Bobby Scott, would gradually raise the minimum wage to $17 by 2030 and give roughly 22 mill

Pelosi, Congressional Democrats Fight Back Against Trump’s Attacks on Independent Worker Protection AgenciesWashington, D.C. — This week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined House and Senate Democratic Leadership in filing an amicus brief opposing President Donald Trump’s unlawful attempts to fire members of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). The individuals cited in this matter were duly appointed, congressionally confirmed board members at independent federal agencies.

Pelosi Joins House Democrats in Filing Amicus Brief Against Unconstitutional Trump Birthright Citizenship Executive OrderSan Francisco — Last week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined House Democrats in their continued efforts to push back against President Donald Trump’s unlawful executive directives by signing onto an amicus brief in defense of the essential constitutional principle of birthright citizenship in the matter of State of Washington, et al. v. Trump, et al.

ICYMI: Pelosi Reflects on “Opportunity of a Generation” Affordable Care ActWashington, D.C. – This week, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi sat down with Karen Tumulty at The Century Foundation to mark the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), calling its passage the “opportunity of a generation” and reflecting on the historic, hard-fought path that led to its enactment.

Pelosi Defends Congress’s Article I Powers, Condemns Unlawful and Dangerous Shuttering of USAIDWashington, D.C. — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee and co-chair of the Litigation and Rapid Response Task Force, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Rep. Gregory Meeks, and Ranking Member of the Appropriations Subcommittee for National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs, Rep.

Pelosi Joins California Democrats Demanding Continuation of Critical Food ProgramsWashington D.C. — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (CA-11) joined Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and Democratic Members of the California Congressional Delegation in urging the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reverse harmful decisions that cancel or freeze federal food assistance programs vital to California’s farmers, food banks and families. Alongside Speaker Emerita Pelosi and Rep. Panetta, this coordinated effort is also led by Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA), Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation Rep.

Pelosi Statement on Reported Closure of HHS Regional Office in San FranciscoWashington D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the Trump Administration’s reported decision to close the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Region 9 Office in San Francisco:

Pelosi: "TIME NOW for the Secretary of Defense to Resign"San Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his decision to share classified U.S. military plans in a Signal group chat:

Pelosi Statement on the Government Funding Bill in the SenateSan Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the government funding bill under consideration in the Senate:

Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Raúl GrijalvaSan Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva:“It is with profound sadness that I learned of the passing of Chairman Raúl Grijalva. Throughout his lifetime of service, Chairman Grijalva was a fighter for the unseen — first as a community organizer and local official, and later as a champion of his beloved Arizona for more than two decades in the Congress.

Pelosi Statement on Fourth Anniversary of American Rescue PlanWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement marking four years since the American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law:

Pelosi Statement on President Trump’s Joint Address to CongressWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after President Trump delivered his address to a Joint Session of Congress:“Just like the last time he addressed the Congress, President Trump’s speech tonight was another manifesto of mistruths.

Pelosi Announces Medicaid Advocate Elena Hung as Guest for Joint AddressWashington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi announced today that Elena Hung will be her guest for tonight's address to a joint session of Congress. Ms. Hung is the co-founder and Executive Director of Little Lobbyists, a family-led organization that advocates for children with complex medical needs and disabilities.

Pelosi Floor Speech on the Republican Budget Scam: "Here You Go Again"Washington, D.C. – Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the Floor of the House of Representatives in opposition to the Rule providing consideration for the Republican budget scam. Speaker Emerita Pelosi highlighted how the Republican budget betrays hardworking Americans by ripping away Medicaid and SNAP — raising costs for those already struggling to make ends meet.

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