“As a mother of two young daughters, I’m revolted by Donald Trump’s predatory and disrespectful language that was revealed today – he set a low bar, but this turned my stomach. It’s the worst yet,” said Debbie Wasserman Schultz. “We are all sickened – but we shouldn’t be surprised. Trump has been clear who he […]
Pembroke Pines, FL – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today in observance of Rosh Hashanah: “As the sun sets and Rosh Hashanah begins, so does our time of reflection and renewal. Tonight my family and I will join Jews from all over the world to celebrate the Jewish New Year and recommit ourselves […]
Pembroke Pines, FL – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement to mark October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: “October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to celebrate and remember all the lives that have been affected by this disease. As a breast cancer survivor, this is a deeply […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today after she introduced H.R. 6211, the Fair Housing for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivors Act with Rep. Lamar Smith (TX-21): “When a woman is the victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, she needs the law to be on her […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today after the passing of former Israeli Prime Minister and President Shimon Peres: “Israel and the world have lost a man who was the truest definition of a public servant and someone who embodied Israel’s story. Shimon Peres served Israel and the world […]
Washington, DC –U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today after the passage of H.R. 5303, the Water Resources Development Act, or WRDA, of 2016: “Tonight I cast my vote for the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) tonight, which contains critical programs for my home state of Florida. WRDA contains the Central […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today after the passage of H. Res. 851 which expresses profound concern about the ongoing political, economic, social and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, urges the release of political prisoners, and calls for respect of constitutional and democratic processes: “This resolution states in […]
Pembroke Pines, FL – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement today after Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez died: “Miami has lost a bright and true representative of the American Dream today with the tragic and untimely death of Jose Fernandez. Jose’s talent, spirit and love for baseball were remarkable, and South Florida lit up every […]
Washington, DC – U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement in commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the repeal of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy in the United States military: “Today we celebrate the fifth anniversary of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and its impact on our courageous women and men currently serving in the armed […]
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month – a time to celebrate and honor the achievements of the Hispanic community. Hispanic heritage is a fundamental part of the American story. All of our histories are intertwined – from the beginnings of our nation to today, generations of Latinos have contributed to our country’s […]