FL-27 Newsletter

Vol. 117, Issue #63

Happy Friday, South Florida!

This week, I was in Washington taking meetings and working on behalf of Florida's 27th District.

I look forward to addressing your cases, reading your letters, and responding to your social media comments. Please let me know what your thoughts are and never hesitate to reach out to my office. My team is more than happy to assist with any of your concerns and guide you through any challenges you may have with federal agencies.

It is truly the honor of a lifetime to fight for YOU in the halls of Congress!

Celebrating 10 Years of DACA

Wednesday, June 15th was the 10th anniversary of DACA.

Dreamers are Americans -- there's no other way to put it. More than 5,100 Dreamers live in our district, contributing $102 million each year to our local economy. They make our city better, but they live with uncertainty every single day. Dreamers are victims of a broken system, to no fault of their own, and Congress has failed to act.

Since coming to Congress, I've worked to solve this issue. In February, I introduced the DIGNITY Act, which includes a solution for Dreamers and those living in the shadows. Everyone deserves a life of Dignity, and everyone deserves a chance at redemption.

Click the photo below to watch an interview with Telemundo Network

Bringing Miami Mayors to the Capitol

My favorite meetings while in D.C. are those with mi gente from Miami!

What a pleasure to have mayors from our community visit me in the Capitol! It's an honor to work alongside these leaders at the federal level.

From left to right:

Tim Meerboot, Mayor of Cutler Bay

Maria Elvira Salazar, Congresswoman

Karyn Cunningham, Mayor of Palmetto Bay

Brent Latham, Mayor of North Bay Village

Vince Lago, Mayor of Coral Gables

Honoring Miami Titan Gus Machado

This week, I honored the late Gus Machado on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives.

May he rest in peace.

Click the photo below to watch the full floor speech

Honoring Gus Machado on the Floor of the U.S. House of Representatives

Talking Politics, Cuba, and Culture with Otaola

This Wednesday, I joined my old friend Alex Otaola to discuss the latest in DC, in Cuba, and in the South Florida Cuban-American community.

Click the image below to watch the interview

Nicaragua Must Be Removed From CAFTA-DR!

Last week, we learned that Daniel Ortega has officially welcomed Russian troops, planes, and ships into Nicaragua.

Following the announcement, Russian media touted the deal as a power move against the United States.

For months, my colleagues and I have warned about Russia's infiltration in Latin America -- particularly Nicaragua, following the farce presidential elections last November. For over a year, I've called on the President to review their eligibility. There is absolutely no reason Daniel Ortega should have access to American markets.

Click the image below to watch a clip of me discussing this with Leana Astorga from Telemundo 51

Discussing U.S. Immigration and Colombia On NTN24

Click the photo below to watch the full interview

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