Rep. Anna G. EshooVerified account

The science is clear. We must enact policies to protect our planet from the existential threat of climate change, including putting a price on carbon, recommitting the U.S. to the Paris Climate Agreement, increasing fuel efficiency standards, and investing in clean energy.

In it they warned that by 2040, 50 million people will be displaced by rising sea levels, 350 million people will endure severe drought, and more than a billion people will experience extreme heat waves unless we act now to curb greenhouse gas emissions.

The Treasury Dept just reported that the federal budget deficit grew to an astounding $779 billion in FY2018, an increase of almost 17%. The massive increase in the deficit is a direct result of the massive tax cut legislation that Republicans rushed through Congress last year.

I’m proud that the Know the Cost Act, legislation I introduced with 9 colleagues to eliminate gag clauses was signed into law last week. By lifting these outrageous restrictions, this legislation will help families in my District & across the country to save costs of medications.

Our country’s immigration policies should reflect our values. Instead, this rule punishes those who are trying to pursue the American dream.

The rule is designed to clearly disallow immigrants from seeking the health care & food assistance they & their families may have an urgent need for.

Sakshi was recognized for her superb work creating a curriculum, website, and series of documentary films to educate communities around the world to prevent human trafficking and child marriage. Bravo, Sakshi! #DayOfTheGirlhttps://twitter.com/RepAnnaEshoo/status/1050427874229084160 …

These immigrants would face serious threats to their personal safety if they return to their home countries, but @POTUS has callously tried to strip away their legal status. I applaud this ruling which honors our country’s proud history of providing refuge to those in need.