Anyone can get lung cancer, and everyone deserves a shot at catching it early.
03.03.2026 21:30
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Anyone can get lung cancer, and everyone deserves a shot at catching it early.
Colette Smith never smoked. But she got lung cancer anyway. A CT scan caught it early and saved her life. Now she's fighting so others get that same chance.
That's why I introduced the Lung Cancer Screening Expansion Act: free annual scans, no insurance barriers, no red tape.
It was an honor to welcome Speaker Emerita
@pelosi.house.gov to the Bronx for Women’s History Month. As the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, she shattered ceilings and delivered historic progress for the American people.
www.bxtimes.com/nancy-pelosi...
Under the Constitution, the separation of powers is clear: Congress has the power to declare war. The President, as Commander in Chief, has the power to command the military in a war that Congress has authorized.
I brought Rev. John Udo-Okon of the South Bronx to the State of the Union to send a message to Republicans: faith without compassion is hollow.
If you claim to be a person of faith, you should fight for the hungry, not cut the programs they rely on.
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When federal authorities trample the Constitution in the name of enforcement, they do not strengthen public safety. They undermine it, corrode trust in institutions, and make New York less safe.
ICE agents posing as police and using a fake missing-person story to enter a Columbia residence is a staggering abuse of power. This lawless administration is eroding trust, violating basic civil liberties, and destabilizing our city.
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/n...
“There is no love in taking food away from children. There is no love in putting our seniors who are on fixed income at risk. There is no love in taking away healthcare from the poor...God loves the poor.”
Listen to the powerful words of Reverend John Udo-Okon, a South Bronx pastor who runs a mobile food pantry and is attending the State of the Union as my guest.
It was my honor to welcome @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social to the Bronx!
The Supreme Court got this one right.
No president has the power to unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs across the world without clear authorization from Congress. The rule of law must still matter.
Today at Fordham, I joined higher ed leaders from across New York and @repglatimer.bsky.social to discuss the real consequences of new federal graduate loan caps under the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
Ramadan Mubarak to all who celebrate. May this sacred month bring reflection, resilience, and renewed hope to you and your loved ones.
Happy Lunar New Year to all celebrating in the Bronx and beyond! May this year bring prosperity, joy, and strength to you and your family.
Honored to welcome @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social to the Bronx this weekend to hear from Bronxites about the harm Trump’s agenda is causing to our borough and our nation, and how House Democrats are fighting back and delivering.
www.bxtimes.com/ritchie-torr...
Rev. Jesse Jackson was a towering figure in the fight for civil rights and economic justice. He spent his life speaking up for people who too often went unheard and pushing America to live up to its true promise.
We stand on the shoulders of his courage, faith, and lifelong commitment to equality.
The Bronx must be a place where kids feel safe walking home, not a place where violence cuts lives short. I urge anyone with information to come forward to law enforcement so there can be accountability and justice.
Heartbroken by the senseless killing of 16-year-old Christopher Redding and the shooting of two other young people in Kingsbridge.
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Sec. Hegseth is creating unnecessary barriers between Congress and the Army Corps, making it harder to get basic updates on critical infrastructure projects.
I’m introducing legislation with @repglatimer.bsky.social to ensure Congress is no longer left in the dark.
www.eenews.net/articles/dem...
Proud to have delivered over $18 million in federal funding for projects across the Bronx, from NYCHA repairs and safer housing to new waterlines, school upgrades, and free internet access for families.
Real investments. Real results for the Bronx.
Fine Fare is stepping in, investing millions to renovate the space and restore access to fresh, affordable food for seniors and families who depend on it. A real win for the Bronx.
Big news for Riverdale!
After the closure of the old Key Food left families without a walkable grocery option, we worked with local partners to keep a full-service supermarket at Skyview Shopping Center.
Rep. Torres: Does the president have the constitutional authority to remove the chair of the Federal Reserve solely because of a policy disagreement?
Bessent: I don't have an opinion.
Rep. Torres: What is the administration's opinion?
Bessent: There are varying opinions in the administration
Rep. Torres: “Does the president have the constitutional authority to remove the chair of the Federal Reserve because of a policy disagreement?”
Bessent: “I’m not a lawyer, and I don’t have an opinion.”
TORRES: Does the Trump admin regret imposing tariffs on goods that cannot be produced domestically at scale? Do you realize that was foolish?
BESSENT: Do you realize we use the leverage to bring down tariffs on other countries?
T: Tariffs on bananas give you leverage?
B: You're being very naive
TORRES: Does the president have the constitutional authority to remove the chair of the Fed or a member of the board solely because of a policy disagreement?
BESSENT: I'm not a lawyer and don't have an opinion
TORRES: You have no opinion on whether the president can remove a board member at will?
TORRES: Do you know how many manufacturing jobs have been post since April 2025 under your watch?
BESSENT: Well, manufacturing operates with very long lea---
TORRES: Is there a number?
BESSENT: About 67,000
TORRES: It's 70,000
Liam Ramos is a five-year-old boy who was detained by Kristi Noem’s ICE.
He returned home this week thanks to the advocacy of the American people and House Democrats.
Trump and Noem are going after children. It’s dangerous. It’s cruel. And it’s just plain inhumane.
