Dear Neighbor,

Thank you for tuning into another edition of my newsletter to hear more about my work in Congress and my efforts in Brooklyn! The care you hold for our community never fails to inspire me, and I am so very proud and privileged to call you my constituent.

If you or your family need assistance, you can contact my office via email at clarke.house.gov/contact/email/. Or, if you prefer to call, you can reach my Brooklyn office at 718-287-1142, or my D.C. office at 202-225-6231. Remember to encourage your neighbors to sign up for this newsletter at: clarke.house.gov/contact/newsletter/.

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Regards,

Yvette D. Clarke
Member of Congress

My Statement on My Vote Against the Republicans' Dirty CR

“Moments ago, I voted NO on the dirtiest ‘Clean CR’ to ever reach the House Floor. This hateful legislation not only condemns millions of Americans to healthcare costs they cannot afford and safety-net cuts they cannot survive, but it also affirms to Donald Trump that there is no evil and no cruelty his administration can concoct that his lackeys in Congress will not co-sign. In no uncertain terms, this bill is a betrayal of the American people.

The Trump Shutdown may be over, but I am heartbroken to say its impact will reverberate throughout the country long into the future. It will be felt by the 24 million Americans whose premiums have been allowed to double. It will be felt by the millions more Americans on SNAP who are still starving under the president’s brutal decision to slash its budget. And it will be felt by countless others whose pain will reveal itself in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

I thank our members of the armed services, air traffic controllers, and all other federal employees who worked for 42 gut-wrenching days without a paycheck. While House Republicans enjoyed an eight-week vacation on their dime, these dedicated leaders dug in and did their duty. For their service and perseverance throughout this disgraceful chapter in America, they will always have my gratitude.

No matter what hardships lie ahead, my vote against this CR was the only acceptable outcome for the people of Brooklyn. They understand that worthless promises won’t restore the ACA premium tax credits they rely on. They know the fight does not end here. The Republican Party may have given up on the future Americans deserve, but we never will.”

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