Adam Schiff · [email protected]

July 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM

Trump just called for my prosecution — here’s why I won’t back down

Hi John — this is Adam Schiff. Lauren Underwood said I could reach out with this urgent message: Donald Trump just went on Truth Social and called for me to be prosecuted. Why? Because I led his first impeachment. Because I’ve held him accountable. Because I haven’t stopped. And I…

See More from Adam Schiff

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 23, 2025 at 8:21 PM

Republicans’ massive Q2 haul:

(via Punchbowl News) John— Republican Speaker Mike Johnson has announced a massive fundraising haul for the second quarter of 2025 with every intention to flood races like ours with cash and expand his extremely narrow House majority. Johnson will be targeting battleground distri…

See More from Underwood HQ

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 22, 2025 at 10:19 PM

Breaking: Mike Johnson is shutting down the House until September

Breaking, John: Speaker of the House Mike Johnson just decided to shut down the House until September in order to protect Donald Trump.  Once again, Republicans are putting their own petty interests above the needs of the American people.  And while they’ll all go home to enjoy th…

See More from Underwood HQ

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM

We cannot give up

John, I just wanted to check in after a tough few weeks. It’s hard to celebrate our democracy at a time when Republicans are gleefully ripping millions of people off their health care.  It’s easy to feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or downright hopeless for the future, but I have to…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM

We’re making IVF more affordable, here’s how:

  My new bill, the Health Coverage for Inclusive and Valued Families (IVF) Act of 2025, would require insurance companies to cover IVF and other fertility care, allowing more families to grow nationwide. We need more community support in your neighborhood. Will you add yo…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM

March 17, 2026

John — Today marks exactly 8 months until the IL primary. We still have a lot of work ahead, and Lauren is nowhere near done fighting for the people of Illinois.  But her primary challenger doesn’t want voters to see the progress we’ve made. Over the coming months, he will spread …

See More from Team Underwood

  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM

Good news: My bill, the Baby Changing on Board Act, passed the House!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood July 16, 2025 Hi Neighbor, I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this! The House has passed my bipartisan bill, the Baby Changing on Board Act. This is a simple, commonsense bill—and it’s long overdue.   Right now, many long…

See More from Representative Lauren Underwood

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 15, 2025 at 5:32 PM

They’re betting you forget about this

John, I know our team reaches out quite a bit asking for your support, and I want you to be the first to know: I don’t take a single dollar you choose to pitch in for granted. I’m grateful for every dime — you work hard for your money, but I wouldn’t reach out if it weren’t import…

See More from Underwood HQ

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 14, 2025 at 9:26 PM

The difference

John — we pulled our records, and here’s what we have on file for you at this email address:   Supporter: [email protected] 2025 Donor? Not Activated Suggested Donation: $3 MAKE A CONTRIBUTION Republicans have passed the big, disastrous bill — now it’s time t…

See More from Team Underwood

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM

First, Then, Now

FIRST: Donald Trump issued a mandate to right-wing extremists in Congress to defund the social supports that our hard-earned tax dollars pay for to give a handout to the wealthiest individuals in the country. THEN: Republicans in Congress responded by passing a budget that kicks m…

See More from Underwood HQ

  Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

July 12, 2025 at 6:11 PM

This is the number one thing people are concerned about

Do you know what the number one problem we hear from constituents is, John? Cost of living. We don’t have to tell you things are more expensive, and consumer confidence that things will get better with the GOP’s farce of a budget is at an all-time low. Americans see through the gr…

See More from Underwood for Congress

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 10, 2025 at 7:02 PM

It’s time to make them pay for their greed

Based on the devastating vote Republicans took last week, one thing is clear, John: we can’t afford to fall short in 2026. That means that we have to put in the work NOW to make sure we’re prepared to take back control of the House majority and set our country back on a path towar…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 8, 2025 at 8:45 PM

I want to be clear about what this budget does to Medicaid

John, I want to take a moment to really talk about the impacts that deep cuts to Medicaid will have on our health care infrastructure, but if you’re short on time today and ready to help Democrats win back the House, will you pitch in right now? If you've saved your payment inform…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

July 6, 2025 at 4:21 PM

Sign on to tell Kristi Noem hands off our rights

As the top Democrat on the Homeland Security Subcommittee, Lauren is laser-focused on holding Kristi Noem and the illegal actions of the Department of Homeland Security accountable. Republicans are trying to let DHS go unchecked and hand them billions more dollars, even as they fl…

See More from Lauren Underwood for Congress

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM

A more perfect union

John — This Independence Day is a challenging one in the face of Donald Trump’s extreme administration, but it’s more important now than it’s ever been before to reaffirm our commitment to our democracy, independence, and freedom for all. Our democracy isn’t given, John, we must f…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 3, 2025 at 7:26 PM

Ashamed

John: Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. It’s a shameful, cruel, indefensible bill that will leave millions of Americans without health care coverage and food assistance to give tax cuts to Republicans’ billionaire donors.  It’s a disgrace, and Democrats …

See More from Team Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM

Here’s what the budget won’t do

Things the Republican budget will do: 🏥 Kick millions of Americans off their health care coverage 💰 Give another tax break to the wealthiest 1% on the backs of everyday taxpayers 🍎 Dismantle food assistance programs that hungry families and kids rely on Things the Republican budge…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 1, 2025 at 6:28 PM

I’ll vote no.

Senate Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. John: Senate Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. I want you to hear it from me: I’ll be voting NO when it comes back to the House. Here’s what Republicans don’t want you to know about thei…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren's iPhone · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM

still short

  Hey there, John — I just got a text from our finance team, we’re still just $180 short of this month’s goal. Our team has just a few hours before we submit our numbers to the FEC, and I would love to see your name on our list of supporters for this quarter, John. Can I count on y…

See More from Lauren's iPhone

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 5:42 PM

John, you’re the solution

We have a problem. Here’s the problem, John: We’re still $3,416 behind on our FEC deadline goal. We’ve still got a few hours to make up ground but we need a boost fast. The solution? If everyone reading this messaging pitched in just $10, we’d hit this goal before you can say, “wi…

See More from Team Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM

A transformative tomorrow

John, We're closing in on the end of the quarter deadline, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Missing this crucial goal could derail our summer strategy, and summer is our BEST opportunity to connect with voters across Illinois' 14th. The power to make a difference lies in our han…

See More from Team Underwood

  Emma Benson · [email protected]

June 28, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Good news, bad news

I’ll get straight to the bad news first: we’re a little behind where we expected to be at this point to hit our quarterly goal. But the good news? If everyone on this team reading this message is able to pitch in today, we’ll crush this goal and start July off on a good foot. We’r…

See More from Emma Benson

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 27, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Anything?

John — is there anything we can say to convince you to match our average contribution before our end-of-quarter deadline passes? PITCH IN $24.65 PITCH IN ANOTHER AMOUNT What if we told you that House Democrats are just a few seats away from gaining a majority in the Ho…

See More from Team Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Did you see Lauren’s email?

We’re forwarding this note from Lauren in case you missed it. This is the first end-of-quarter FEC deadline since a primary opponent entered the race — and we need to show just how strong this grassroots campaign really is. We know this team can rise to the moment. But the truth i…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 25, 2025 at 6:33 PM

Let me explain why this deadline really matters

Hi John,  We’ve just entered the final days of the second quarter — and I hope you’ll give me a moment to explain why this FEC deadline is such a big deal. This is our first public fundraising report since a primary challenger jumped into the race — and it’s more important than ev…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 23, 2025 at 11:03 PM

Wish we could chat over coffee.

Your input is crucial to addressing the real challenges faced by working families in our community. Hey John, how are you doing? I’m not just asking, I really want to know. With all of the chaos coming out of Washington, it’s important to me that I hear from this grassroots team. …

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Six opponents

John — Lauren is now up against SIX opponents in this race who want to unseat her, including two that she’s already beaten in previous cycles. We need your support today, can we count on you? If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go thro…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 19, 2025 at 7:31 PM

160 years later

John, Today, as we commemorate Juneteenth, I am reminded of the profound significance this day holds. It's a moment to reflect on our journey and to celebrate freedom — a journey marked by resilience, strength, and hope. Four years ago, I had the honor of being at the White House …

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM

No kings in America

I’ll make it plain Saturday was an inspiring one, John. Across America, regular, everyday people took to the streets and made their voices clear: we don’t do kings in America. I joined protesters in Yorkville as they called for an end to Trump’s authoritarian rule, and I want to …

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Mr. Underwood · [email protected]

June 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM

I’m so proud of Lauren, John

Hi John,  It’s Clarence, Lauren’s dad. I still remember the day we brought Lauren home, and watching Lauren’s remarkable growth from a curious Girl Scout to a dedicated congresswoman has been the greatest honor.  Witnessing her passion and tireless work to uplift families in Illi…

See More from Mr. Underwood

  Lauren’s iPhone · [email protected]

June 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM

last time I’ll reach out

  Hi John — apologies for reaching out on a Saturday. I promise this is the last email you’ll receive from me this weekend. I’m reaching out because tonight is our mid-month fundraising deadline. I’m facing attacks on my record, and we need to secure enough resources to respond and…

See More from Lauren’s iPhone

  Emma Benson, Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Only 14 more

Hi John — this is Emma, Lauren’s finance director. I just checked ActBlue, and we're pacing way behind our mid-month goal. The deadline expires tomorrow, and falling short will set us back right before the end of the quarter and at a big moment in Lauren’s campaign. That’s why I’m…

See More from Emma Benson, Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Re: Our mission to flip the House

John,  I'm writing to you with an update on our mission to flip the House and deliver results that truly serve the needs of the American people. This cycle, I’m laser-focused on keeping IL-14 blue, flipping the House, and getting Congress back to work for everyday people. Meanwhil…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Help us show Lauren’s opponents that our community stands united and strong

John, As we near the halfway mark of this month, we wanted to reach out to share this campaign update with you: We’re facing our first fundraising deadline since a new primary opponent jumped into the race to defeat Lauren — and meeting our goal is now more crucial than ever. We’l…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 10, 2025 at 9:05 PM

Happy Pride 🏳️‍🌈

Let’s continue to support, uplift, and stand together for equality and inclusion for all. John, happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 This month, we celebrate love, diversity, and unity. I’m joining supporters across Illinois’ 14th district to do just that — we marched, we danced, and we celebr…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

June 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Lauren + Maxwell = the future of our party

This is what the future of the Democratic Party looks like John, last week, Maxwell Frost came to town! Take a look: Lauren and Maxwell both represent the future of the Democratic Party — they’re young, bold, and deeply committed to building a country that works for all of us. Th…

See More from Underwood HQ

  Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

June 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Urgent Campaign Update →

We have an urgent campaign update for you, John. An extreme GOP opponent just jumped into the race to defeat Lauren — and he’s already launching attacks on Lauren and her record.  Please rush in any amount right now to help us send a clear message that we’re not backing down → …

See More from Underwood for Congress

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Tanning beds over hospital beds?

It shouldn’t be up for debate, John: Your ZIP code should not determine your health care. Yet Republicans beholden to Trump’s agenda would rather shut down rural hospitals than expand access to care. They’re slashing and burning the safety nets that new moms, families with disabl…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 2, 2025 at 9:46 PM

What do you want me to know right now?

Hi John, do you have a minute or two to catch up? My goal in Congress will always be to address the real challenges faced by working families in our community. Your input is crucial to reaching that goal.  So I’m asking you: what do you want me to know right now? I’m not just aski…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM

URGENT: Lauren’s facing attacks from a primary challenger — help us respond >>

Urgent update, John: Lauren is facing attacks from a fellow Democrat who is mounting a primary challenge against her.  He even said “Lauren Underwood built her brand on healthcare, but when Republicans moved to gut Medicare and Medicaid, she stayed silent." Girl, please. These att…

See More from Team Underwood

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Just shy

Hey John, I just got off the phone with my team, and we’re just $1,274 shy of hitting this month’s goal. If we’re going to lead the way to a Democratic majority, we have to hit every single fundraising goal through 2026. Can I personally ask you to pitch in today? We have to put a…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Team Underwood · [email protected]

May 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Our best bet

Delivering a House majority that is standing up to the chaos is at the forefront of Lauren’s focus in 2026 — it’s our best bet to put a stop to this dangerous agenda. We’ll be supporting Democrats in tough races across the country, working to flip a few battleground seats, and inc…

See More from Team Underwood

  Emma Benson · [email protected]

May 29, 2025 at 10:16 PM

We have to right the ship

John — I’ll be upfront; this isn’t good. That’s a live look at our fundraising. Those blue bars? Those are our grassroots contributions, and I don’t have to tell you that they’re heading in the wrong direction. This team has to be strong enough to not just protect Lauren’s seat a…

See More from Emma Benson

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 28, 2025 at 8:45 PM

If you can’t call

John, I was recently in DeKalb and laid out the reality clearly for the people in attendance: Now is the time we need supporters in your community to stand up. We must raise our voices as advocates and stand up for the families and people who are at risk of paying for Trump’s han…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Rep. Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet and you are invited!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 27, 2025 Dear Neighbor, This Saturday, May 31, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT my friend Representative Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet for a community listening session, and y…

See More from Representative Lauren Underwood

  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM

Lauren won’t stop fighting

Trump Is Already Obsessed With the Midterms — Politico, May 2025 “Not even three months into his second term, the president is already hyper-engaged in the fight to keep the GOP’s majorities in Congress. Far from writing off the House or Senate, he’s bullish about defying …

See More from Underwood HQ

  Emma Benson · [email protected]

May 25, 2025 at 5:17 PM

I’m a little worried…

Hey team, Emma here — tomorrow is a holiday, and I know that folks will be away from their phones and computers, so it was important I reach out now. We’re just a few days out from closing the books on the month of May, and I’ll be honest, I’m a little worried we won’t hit this mo…

See More from Emma Benson

  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM

The fabric and culture of our society

John,  Every May, we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a time to honor the impactful contributions and vibrant cultures from Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities nationwide. From trailblazing discoveri…

See More from Lauren Underwood

  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 10:57 PM

Rep. Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet and you’re invited!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 23, 2025 Dear Neighbor, Next Saturday, May 31, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT my friend Representative Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet for a community listening session, and …

See More from Representative Lauren Underwood

  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 9:25 PM

300 days at the golf course! 🏌️

May is special for the Trump administration — it’s National Golf Month! Source: The New York Times We know that Trump likes to spend more time on the golf course than he does running the country. Will you sign the card to wish Donald Trump a Happy National Golf Month? SIGN ON …

See More from UnderwoodforCongress.com