Pete Hegseth wants to turn an execution into a public spectacle for Americans and the world to watch. He dishonors both our nation and the position he holds. He is beyond unfit to lead the brave men and women of our Armed Forces. He must go.

Three years ago, Hamas carried out a horrific terrorist attack on Israel. Today, we mourn those murdered in the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust and stand with the survivors whose lives were forever changed. America must support a just and lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians.

It was an honor to reunite with former President Tsai Ing-wen, a courageous champion of democracy and a dear friend of America. The bond between the United States and Taiwan is strong, and Congress’ commitment to the Taiwanese people and their freedom remains steadfast.

The words of an American President weigh a ton and he must not be frivolous with that weight. Donald Trump has gone beyond the pale saying Iran can “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. How could he say the slaughter of Americans is a "small price to pay"? America expects more of their President.

Today’s dismal jobs report once again shows that Trump’s economy is better at producing problems than paychecks. Instead of working to lower costs, Republicans have sent Congress home—skipping town just as working families need relief the most.

At a time when working families are struggling to make ends meet, the President is using their hard-earned tax dollars to air ads celebrating himself. Trump’s need to feed his insatiable ego surprises no one, but making the American people pay for it is a disgrace.

It was an honor to receive special recognition from the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s Congressional Families Program yesterday. Cancer touches every family, and I’m grateful to Lisa McGovern for bringing us together across party lines to help prevent it or catch it early.

It was a joy to cheer on the women of Congress and the press corps at the Congressional Women’s Softball Game yesterday. Above all, the evening was a wonderful chance to stand with young adults facing breast cancer and support the Young Survival Coalition’s vital work.

It was a pleasure to celebrate Senator Barbara Mikulski’s 90th birthday today. From Baltimore’s neighborhoods to the halls of Congress, Barbara has been a tireless champion for working families and an inspiration to generations of women in public service.

16 years ago, the ACA’s Patient’s Bill of Rights took effect—ending lifetime coverage limits, protecting children with pre-existing conditions and safeguarding access to care. Contrary to the Trump Administration's beliefs, no one should lose coverage when they need it most.

“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and the most inhuman because it often results in death.” —Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Using the false pretext of fighting fraud to strip Americans of their healthcare is as cynical as it is cruel.

They told us “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was essential to protecting our military. They were wrong. Fifteen years after tossing that discriminatory policy into the dustbin of history where it belongs, we know the truth: discrimination has never made America safer—and it never will.

Freedom of the press is a right guaranteed by the First Amendment—not granted at the pleasure of the President. The free press represents the people, and Trump doesn’t get to decide that they can’t cover his presidency because he doesn’t approve of their reporting.

It was a pleasure to meet with advocates from the American Coalition for Ukraine this week to discuss how Congress can help bring home the Ukrainian children who were cruelly abducted by Russia. Families are still waiting to bring their children home—and the world must not look away.

The President’s reckless war in Iran is costing taxpayers billions, while skyrocketing prices make everyday life more expensive for working families. Trump said we couldn’t afford to lower costs—but he has no problem finding $38 billion for his war of choice.

As working families struggle to make ends meet, House Republicans are canceling multiple weeks of work for themselves. The American people don't have the luxury of taking vacations from skyrocketing grocery bills, rent or health care costs. Republicans need to get back to work.

32 years ago, the Violence Against Women Act became law, strengthening our nation’s commitment to justice. Today, we once again commit to building on that progress until every woman can live free from violence and fear—with the safety, dignity and respect they deserve.

25 years later, we must continue to support those still suffering from illnesses and renew the unity and hope that brought Americans together—building a future worthy of those we lost.

On September 11th, we remember the innocent lives that were stolen, the first responders who showed extraordinary courage and the families that were changed forever.