This month, we recognize the ongoing fight for justice and equality, because Women’s History Month isn't just about the past—it’s about learning from it, celebrating it, and making more of it.
Today, I voted against funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which falls far short of addressing Americans’ legitimate concerns about the Trump administration’s increasing lawlessness and brutality.
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Americans are stranded around the world because the president FAILED to PLAN.
This is unconscionable because this is a WAR of CHOICE.
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It is clear that the Trump administration has no coherent plan to evacuate Americans stranded in the Middle East. I joined my colleagues in calling on the State Department to use all available resources to help affected Americans return home safely and quickly.
It’s an absolute dereliction of duty that the Trump Administration didn’t have a plan in place to get Americans out of danger.
In today's @energycommerce.bsky.social hearing, we're discussing what the future holds for the Pipelines & Hazardous Safety Administration. It's critical that the U.S.—led by minds like those in #TX07— maintain its R&D leadership in this key energy sector. Tune in now—I'm about to ask my questions.
We should vote on a War Powers Resolution.
U.S. Department of State: 🚨Americans in the Middle East region who need consular assistance can call 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 from overseas or +1-888-407-4747 from the U.S. and Canada. Steps to Take for Americans in the Middle East: 1. Enroll in STEP: step.state.gov to receive the latest updates from the nearest U.S. Embassy. 2. Follow us: @travelgov on social media or the WhatsApp channel "U.S. Department of State - Security Updates for U.S. Citizens" 3. Call to request emergency assistance: +1-202-501-4444 from overseas +1-888-407-4747 from the U.S. and Canada
This is the current guidance from the State Department. It is insufficient and I will demand better, but I will continue to share the guidance for all those concerned about Americans in the region.
Congress must work to build safer communities and pass meaningful gun safety legislation. I am committed to doing so.
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I am heartbroken by the senseless mass shooting in downtown Austin. No one should fear facing violence on a night out. I am grateful for the first responders who acted swiftly, and my heart is with the victims, the survivors, and all those whose lives have been shattered by this tragedy. (1/2)
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher on U.S. Attack on Iran Houston, TX—Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement after the United States and Israel attacked Iran, and President Trump called for change in Iran’s government: “Today, President Trump announced that he has taken unilateral action to start a war with Iran without authorization from Congress—the representatives of the people—that threatens to put the United States into another prolonged war at great cost to the American people. It is the latest action in a series of a reckless abuses of power that has become the defining characteristic of this President and his presidency. President Trump, without congressional authorization or a clear mission with defined objectives, has chosen escalation over diplomacy, putting our service members, U.S. interests, and regional stability at risk. “The Constitution grants the Congress the sole authority and the solemn responsibility to declare war for good reason. It is the most serious and consequential decision a people can make—and it is the decision of the people, not the President. “Speaker Johnson must reconvene the House immediately, the administration must brief the full Congress, and the Congress must vote on the pending resolution to remove U.S. forces from hostilities in Iran without congressional authorization. I intend to vote in favor of this resolution. “Our men and women in uniform deserve better from our country’s leaders than unilateral, unconstitutional action. We owe it to them and their families to ensure that we do not repeat mistakes of the past. I am praying for their safety and for the safety of all civilians who are now in harm’s way.”
This is so not ok. It's is why I introduced the Toxic Free Beauty Act with @schakowsky.house.gov and others. It's time to end the use of these harmful chemicals in beauty products.
As I announced earlier this week, I did not attend the president's speech, and instead spent the evening discussing the real state of our union with #TX07 neighbors, including community leaders who see first hand the challenges of rising costs, increasing uncertainty, and failing leadership in DC.
Americans deserve to know what role the training (or lack thereof) has played in recent events. I joined @salinas.house.gov and my @newdems.bsky.social colleagues in demanding answers from DHS, ICE, and CBP on their agent training standards. [2/2]
At the same time the Trump administration has ramped up recruiting for immigration enforcement agents, it has slashed training—cutting ICE agent training from 22 weeks to just 47 days. [1/2]
Several people have noticed that I have been voting no on bills brought to the House floor under suspension of the rules this year. Why? I have shared elsewhere that, to the extent that these kinds of bills suggest that Congress is working & functioning as it should, I am using my no vote to make clear that this Congress is failing to perform its most essential function: preserving and protecting the people of this country and our sacred Constitution.
Four years ago, Russia launched its unprovoked, unjustified, and unconscionable invasion of Ukraine.
Today, Ukraine still stands. We must continue to support them as they fight for their sovereignty and for our shared democratic values.
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Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher to Host Listening Session on the Real State of the Union I have not missed a State of the Union address since I have been elected to Congress. This year, however, is not like any other. Over the last year, President Trump has ignored, defied, and dismissed the Congress, the courts, and the Constitution, doing real and lasting harm to the people and the principles of the United States of America. I expect this year’s address to continue the dangerous and divisive dishonesty that has become part and parcel of this administration. Instead of listening to lies about and insults to the American people, I plan to listen to the people: Houstonians and Texans who will share their perspective on the real state of the union. In this historic moment, it is the people of this country who must come together and chart our path forward with vision and patriotism. I am proud to represent them, and grateful for the opportunity to spend the evening hearing from them.
On March 7, Team #TX07 will host a Passport Fair to help our neighbors apply for or renew their passports. Appointments are required—sign up at fletcher.house.gov/events.
Passports are becoming essential. Make sure you have yours before you need it.
Three months into President Trump’s mass deportation undertaking, an ICE officer shot and killed a U.S. citizen in South Padre Island, long before immigration agents killed another American in Minnesota that prompted outrage across the nation.
Early voting continues this week in Texas. Make a plan to vote this week!
Harris County: harrisvotes.com
Fort Bend County: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/d...
Kristi Noem has made Americans across the country less safe. From harassment to assaults to killings, DHS and ICE are completely out of control. It’s time to impeach Noem.
Urgent resources for Americans in Mexico:
My statement on the Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Trump’s tariffs.
According to the CBO’s recent analysis, Trump and Republicans' economic agenda is adding $4.7 trillion to the debt.
All while workers and families get: expensive groceries, higher bills, and no health care.
The @energycommerce.bsky.social Oversight Subcommittee recently held a hearing on fraud in Medicare and Medicaid -- an important area for oversight. But it became clear that the real goal was to give Trump a pretext to continue attacks on communities across the country. I called that out.
This President's Day week is a good time to remember that this is not how it works.
Congress makes the laws, not the President. And this law creates all kinds of problems, making it harder for citizens to vote, especially women. (2/2)
In case you missed it, House Republicans passed a bill last week putting up barriers to voting and sent it to the Senate, right before President Trump tweeted that he was just going to do what he wanted to with or without Congress. (1/2)
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