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The New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Immigration and Border Security Task Force released its framework ([link removed]) for bipartisan immigration and border security reform that will secure the border, bolster the U.S. economy and workforce, improve pathways to legal status, and help address the asylum system. Throughout the 118th Congress, New Dems have repeatedly called on Republicans to join us in advancing common sense, bipartisan solutions to address the situation at the southern border.

Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Vice Chair Salud Carbajal (CA-24) released the following statement on the framework:

“Increased migration, fentanyl trafficking, backlogs in visa applications, and delays in our immigration courts are making the American people and migrants less safe, and it’s on Congress to act quickly in order to improve the safety, stability, and clarity of the immigration process.

“Unfortunately, Republicans recently rejected a bipartisan effort that would have taken meaningful steps to restore order at the border and address our broken asylum system, simply so they can use the issue as a talking point ahead of the 2024 presidential election. The American people deserve better than the GOP’s cynical attempts to use U.S. security as a political prop.

“Using this new framework as a guide, New Dems will work to not only address the immediate challenges at the border, but will also provide a clear path to citizenship for Dreamers, protect asylees, address workforce shortages, tackle the root causes of migration, and more.

“Ultimately, the framework is meant to be the beginning of a conversation – not the end of one. New Dems call on Republicans to put partisanship aside and negotiate in good faith. Anything less is a dereliction of our duty as Members of Congress.”
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New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10), Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and National Security Task Force Chair Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released a statement following the Senate’s strong bipartisan passage of essential national security legislation to fund Ukraine, Israel, our Indo-Pacific allies, and provide humanitarian assistance for civilians threatened by conflict in Gaza and elsewhere.

New Dems strongly urged ([link removed]) Congressional Republicans to move forward with the original bipartisan package, which included much-needed provisions and funding to restore order at the southern border and reform the asylum system. Shockingly, but not surprisingly, Congressional Republicans last week killed the bill because of immigration provisions they had previously demanded. It was a new low for Republican partisan gamesmanship.

“New Dems strongly support the essential national security package advanced today by the Senate. As Ukraine and Israel continue their fights against tyranny and terror, and as tensions rise in the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific, it is more important than ever for Congress to uphold America’s ironclad commitment to defending our allies, democracy, and human rights.

“Unfortunately, House Republican Leadership made it clear in their rejection of the original framework, which included common-sense reforms and funding to strengthen border security and update our immigration process, that they're more interested in partisan political stunts than sound policy."

“While we are frustrated at the elimination of those border security provisions, New Dems recognize the urgent need to support our allies across the globe. We urge Speaker Johnson to once and for all put the American people over petty partisan politics and swiftly bring this bill to the full House for a vote.

“New Dems are ready and prepared to provide the votes necessary to get this essential national security bill to the President’s desk without delay.”
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Rep. Jim Himes (CT-04) ([link removed]) , Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), joined CNN to discuss the national security threat that came to light this week, emphasizing that it is not an immediate threat to Americans' lives and livelihoods and that the Intelligence Community is monitoring it closely. Rep. Himes emphasized that, going forward, he hopes to minimize public alarmism and continue bipartisan collaboration with HPSCI Chairman Mike Turner, with whom he has built a close working relationship.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) ([link removed]) was featured in the St. Louis Post-Distpatch after she announced that the St. Louis Downtown Airport will receive federal funding to design a new terminal at the Cahokia Heights facility from the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) ([link removed]) was featured in theGrio after joining Reps. Robin Kelly, Bonnie Watson Coleman, Yvette Clarke, Brian Fitzpatrick, and other Congressional members in holding a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday to discuss the “Protect Black Women and Girls Act,” which was originally introduced in 2021.
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New Dems Host House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to Weekly Member Meeting
Yesterday, New Dems welcomed House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to our weekly meeting to discuss the path forward on the most pressing issues facing Congress. We look forward to continuing our close partnership to deliver for the American people and our allies abroad.
New Dems Meet with Tribal Leaders and Stakeholders
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On Wednesday, New Dems hosted a roundtable with Tribal leaders & stakeholders ([link removed]) to discuss shared priorities between the New Dems and Tribal communities and to identify areas for collaboration this Congress.
New Dems Meet with Taiwan’s Representative to the U.S.
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On Wednesday, the New Dem Trade and National Security Task Forces met with Alexander Yui ([link removed]) , Taiwan’s Representative to the U.S. The conversation included New Dems’ commitment to Taiwan as a long-term ally, our shared democratic values, and ways to strengthen our economic and security partnership.
New Dems AI Working Group Meets with Labor Leaders
This week, the New Dem AI Working Group met with labor leaders to discuss AI's impact on the workforce. New Dems will continue working to ensure American labor remains strong in the 21st-century economy.
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Rep. Andre Carson (IN-07) ([link removed]) hosted a virtual town hall to discuss Democrats' work to lower costs and improve the economy for hardworking, everyday Americans. In the town hall, Rep. Carson discussed accomplishments like capping the price of insulin at $35/month, the Affordable Connectivity Program, and energy assistance.
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Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) ([link removed]) , Congressman David Trone (MD-06), and Congresswoman Annie McLane Kuster (NH-02) hosted a roundtable discussion on improving addiction medicine training in graduate medical education. These members of Bipartisan Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Task Force planned the event to raise awareness of the ongoing challenges with addiction medicine education and to brainstorm actionable policy solutions. The conversation surrounded the practical implementation of Congresswoman Trahan’s MATE Act, signed into law last year to fill education gaps in how clinicians treat substance use disorders, a root cause of the addiction crisis.
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Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) ([link removed]) and Vice President Harris joined Chef Jeff at the Chef Jeff Project to unveil a groundbreaking Small Business Administration rule change to empower Americans with criminal records to access small business loans.
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