I am heartbroken by the death of Julián Curo-Churata, a Laurel resident, husband, and father who died in ICE custody far from his family. My prayers are with his loved ones. His family deserves answers, and the American people deserve accountability and transparency.

Our democracy depends on checks and balances, accountability, and leaders who respect the rule of law.   With so much at stake, this year's midterm elections are a critical moment for our country. The future of our democracy is on the line, and every voice deserves to be heard.

Happy National Space Week!   We toured facilities across FL’s Space Coast as part of the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope launch and saw firsthand the work driving America’s future in space.   Continued investment in space exploration means new discoveries and new opportunities right here in Maryland.

Three years after the October 7 terrorist attacks on Israel, we remember the lives lost and all those whose lives have been shattered by the war that followed. We must continue working to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and achieve a lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians.

AI is changing everyday life for everyday people, yet they still don’t have a seat at the table.   We need real oversight and accountability that puts people first. Innovation cannot come at the expense of the people it’s supposed to serve.

Seniors are paying nearly $500 more in Medicare premiums. Now Trump wants to hand them $90 and call it a favor.   Meanwhile, I met with healthcare and Medicaid leaders to hear what his cuts mean for patients and providers.   Our seniors deserve lower costs, not a desperate midterm stunt.

No American city or life is expendable.    Absolutely disgraceful.

Funny how quickly “rigged” mail-in voting became “SO IMPORTANT.”   Guess the polls will do that to you.

AI isn’t taking a 7 week recess. Congress shouldn’t either. We have bipartisan legislation on the table in the House to address the risks of AI. But we can’t debate it, improve it or pass it when Speaker Johnson sends the House home. We should be in Washington doing our jobs, not running from it.

I’ve been on the move recently, meeting with leaders across housing, health care and our military. No matter the topic, these conversations help me stay connected to the issues affecting Marylanders and the people working on them every day.

Two years ago, we helped secure federal funding for Insulators Local 24 to expand workforce training. Yesterday, we saw that investment in action.   During Maryland Economic Development Week, I joined the City of Laurel to celebrate Local 24 and the good-paying careers they’re building.

Inspectors General are supposed to be independent watchdogs, not political appointees who can be pushed out for doing their jobs.   That’s why I introduced the Inspectors General Modernization Act to establish 10-year terms and require cause for removal.

Hosting the Quantum World Congress at UMD showed just how much potential we have to lead the future of quantum.   But innovation can’t come at the expense of Maryland families.   We can lead in innovation without leaving Marylanders with the bill.

Sickle Cell Awareness Month is a reminder that awareness must lead to action.   Yesterday at Children’s National, I joined Warriors and advocates to discuss new treatments and how our Congressional Sickle Cell Disease Caucus can keep driving progress.

I was glad to join UMD, Gov. Moore, Lt Gov. Miller, and other leaders for the Quantum World Congress conference right here in the Capital of Quantum- College Park, MD.   The conversations that we had last week made one thing clear: quantum technology is moving quickly, and Maryland is in 1st place.

Our young people aren’t just the leaders of tomorrow. They have a voice that matters right now.   From DeMatha High School to Howard University, I enjoyed talking with the next generation of leaders and hearing directly from them.   Always glad to be on the move with our youth!

If your vote didn’t matter, they wouldn’t be working so hard to block it.   This administration has attacked voting rights on all fronts b/c they know the tides are changing. This election is the most consequential one in recent times.   Know your rights. Make your voice heard. Show out and vote.

Maryland is building the Capital of Quantum right here in Prince George’s County.   I joined Gov. Moore and partners to celebrate the opening of the new Discovery Center in College Park, home to Microsoft’s new quantum research center and space for the next generation of quantum startups.

Trump can't stop with the distractions. He's now banned CNN, MSNOW, and Politico from the White House.   Meanwhile, Americans haven't forgotten about the economy.   Congress must stay focused on working families while holding this Administration accountable.

Last week, I hosted Ad Astra: African Americans in Space Exploration at CBCF’s Annual Legislative Conference with Artemis II Captain Victor Glover, Dr. Jeanette Epps and DuVal graduate Kaitlin Rowe.   A powerful conversation on space, education, faith and Black history.