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Congressional Black Caucus Calls Out NRA President Meadows For Attack on Rep. Lucy McBath
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Congressional Black Caucus Calls Out NRA President Meadows For Attack on Rep. Lucy McBath

Sentinel News WireMay 7, 2019

As reported in the news, during an interview with Marietta Daily Journal on May 5, 2019, NRA President Carolyn Meadows stated CBC Member Congresswoman Lucy McBath won her congressional seat because she is a “minority female.” Congresswoman Karen Bass, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement in response: “Let’s be clear, NRA President Carolyn Meadows’ recent comment regarding Congresswoman McBath is nothing more than the same old rhetoric from decades of racially charged scare tactics,” said Chairwoman Bass. “The NRA’s pro-gun agenda still remains overwhelmingly unpopular with the American people. For years the NRA has turned its back on Black

ALERT: Rep. Maxine Waters Statement on the Release of a White Nationalist Who Plotted to Kill Elected Officials
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ALERT: Rep. Maxine Waters Statement on the Release of a White Nationalist Who Plotted to Kill Elected Officials

Sentinel News WireMay 1, 2019

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued the following statement after a federal judge ordered the release of Christopher Hasson, a self-described white nationalist who plotted to kill Rep. Waters, several Members of Congress, and journalists:  “I am deeply appalled by Judge Charles Day’s decision yesterday to release Christopher Hasson, a devout and self-described white nationalist Nazi sympathizer, from federal custody because of federal prosecutors’ decision not to charge Hasson under federal terrorism, attempted murder, and other statutes outlawing threats of violence against federal officials.  This is outrageous.  Federal agents found 15 firearms, many rifles, and over 1000 rounds of

Kamala Harris, Colleagues Call for DOJ Inspector General and Office of Professional Responsibility to Investigate Attorney General Barr’s Handling of the Mueller Report
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Kamala Harris, Colleagues Call for DOJ Inspector General and Office of Professional Responsibility to Investigate Attorney General Barr’s Handling of the Mueller Report

Sentinel News WireMay 1, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) joined Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), along with 10 of their colleagues, in urging Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz and Director of the Department of Justice’s Office of Professional Responsibility Corey Amundson to investigate Attorney General William Barr’s conduct while handling Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation and report. “Attorney General Barr’s actions raise significant questions about his decision not to recuse himself from overseeing the Special Counsel’s investigation, whether his actions with respect to the release of the report complied with Department of Justice policies and practices, and whether

Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay Scores Major Victory for Affordable Housing after Federal Housing Finance Agency Finally Releases Over $367 Million in Delayed Payments
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Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay Scores Major Victory for Affordable Housing after Federal Housing Finance Agency Finally Releases Over $367 Million in Delayed Payments

Sentinel News WireApril 24, 2019

Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay WASHINGTON, DC – After an urgent effort by Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay (D) Missouri, the Federal Housing Finance Agency has released payments of over $367 million to two vital programs that support access to affordable housing.  The long-delayed payments include $244 million to the Housing Trust Fund and $131 million to the Capital Magnet Fund. The decision to release the funds came after Mr. Clay directed a letter to FHFA Acting Director Joseph Otting, urging him to allow funding access to affordable housing as a top, bipartisan national priority. Mr. Clay, who is the Chairman of the

Cummings, Booker Introduce New Pathways Act, Legislation to Ease the Barriers to Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
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Cummings, Booker Introduce New Pathways Act, Legislation to Ease the Barriers to Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Sentinel News WireApril 24, 2019

Washington, D.C.  –  Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD) and U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), in recognition of Second Chance Month, introduced legislation to ease the barriers to re-entry for formerly incarcerated individuals.  The bicameral New Pathways Act provides more specific guidance for the Bureau of Prison to help individuals obtain federal identification documents upon release from prison, such as a driver’s license, birth certificate, Social Security card, photo ID or work authorization form. Providing formerly incarcerated individuals with the resources needed to effectively reintegrate into society is essential in preventing recidivism.  One in three American adults currently have a criminal record.  Unfortunately, over

Congressman Bishop Marks First 100 Days of the House Democratic Majority By Highlighting The Progress Being Made For The People
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Congressman Bishop Marks First 100 Days of the House Democratic Majority By Highlighting The Progress Being Made For The People

Sentinel News WireApril 24, 2019

Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. WASHINGTON, DC –  Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) marked 100 days since the new House Democratic Majority was sworn in on January 3rd, highlighting swift legislative progress on core pillars of House Democrats’ For The People legislative agenda. “House Democrats promised the American people swift action on our For The People agenda, and 100 days in, we’re well on our way,” said Bishop. “We passed our landmark HR 1, For The People Act, to clean up Washington and put the people’s interests ahead of the special interests.  We’re advancing vital new bills to lower

Reps. Ilhan Omar Leads Letter to Trump Administration on Efforts to Undermine the International Criminal Court
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Reps. Ilhan Omar Leads Letter to Trump Administration on Efforts to Undermine the International Criminal Court

Sentinel News WireApril 17, 2019

Rep. Ilhan  Omar (D-MN) WASHINGTON—Rep. Ilhan  Omar (D-MN) and Rep. Jim McGovern, Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, led a group of House Democrats in requesting information on the Administration’s decision to restrict visas of International Criminal Court staff. The legislators were joined by Rep. David Cicciline (D-RI), Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), and Rep. Andy Levin (D-MI). “The United States should be a leader in promoting justice and rule of law around the world. But with this decision, the Administration is actively undermining accountability for some of the most heinous and egregious crimes in the world—including rape, torture, and genocide,” Rep.

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley Introduces “Be Heard” Act to Prevent Harassment in the Workplace
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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley Introduces “Be Heard” Act to Prevent Harassment in the Workplace

Sentinel News WireApril 17, 2019

Pressley: “This is for the brave women of the Boston Fire Department, for the hotel workers I worked alongside when I was scrapping money together to help my family, for the transgender men and women who face discrimination for living their truth. This is for those workers who shared their stories and instead of justice, faced retaliation.” WASHINGTON  – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-05), Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin (MI-08), and Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (FL-26) introduced the Bringing an End to Harassment by Enhancing Accountability and Rejecting Discrimination (Be HEARD) in the Workplace Act, legislation which

Rep. Barbara Lee and Bipartisan Group Introduce Legislation to Improve Reentry and Economic Growth by Restoring Pell Grants for Incarcerated Individuals
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Rep. Barbara Lee and Bipartisan Group Introduce Legislation to Improve Reentry and Economic Growth by Restoring Pell Grants for Incarcerated Individuals

Sentinel News WireApril 17, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Barbara Lee, Rep. Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN), Rep. French Hill (R-AR), and Rep. Cedric Richmond (D-LA) introduced landmark legislation to strengthen successful reentry and economic growth by restoring Pell Grant eligibility for incarcerated individuals. The bipartisan and bicameral Restoring Education and Learning (REAL) Act of 2019 expands educational opportunities for incarcerated individuals, which research shows has tremendous effectiveness and saves taxpayer dollars. Over 50 progressive and conservative organizations support this legislation. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Mike Lee (R-UT) lead the bill in the Senate. A recent report from the Vera

The Black Caucus Responds to President Trump’s Reckless Attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar
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The Black Caucus Responds to President Trump’s Reckless Attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar

Sentinel News WireApril 15, 2019

Rep. Ilhan Omar The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) released the following statement criticizing President Donald Trump’s despicable attack on Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) by tweeting a video accusing the Congresswoman of supporting terrorist responsible for the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. CBC Chair Representative Karen Bass (D-CA) said the following: “There was a time when Presidents of either party could be looked too for leadership in pulling our country together and denouncing hate, but it’s clear that those days are over so long as Donald Trump is in the White House. His attacks on Representative Omar, as well