Rep. Diana DeGette
@degette.house.gov
Proudly representing Denver in the U.S. House. Fighting for our environment, public lands & reproductive rights. Wife. Mom. Grandma. Dog lover.
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ICE should be dismantled immediately.
I will not support funding for the Department of Homeland Security when ICE and Border Patrol agents are assaulting protestors, detaining and arresting people with impunity, inciting violence, and shooting and killing American citizens.
Read my statement:
I will not support funding for the Department of Homeland Security when ICE and Border Patrol agents are assaulting protestors, detaining and arresting people with impunity, inciting violence, and shooting and killing American citizens.
Read my statement:
Great to welcome my friend Iwao Horii, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, to Washington. We discussed strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance in an increasingly complex Indo-Pacific region. The partnership between our nations isn’t just important—it’s essential.
February 4, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Great to welcome my friend Iwao Horii, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, to Washington. We discussed strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance in an increasingly complex Indo-Pacific region. The partnership between our nations isn’t just important—it’s essential.
Republicans say Medicaid fraud is out of control. But Trump's DOJ told prosecutors to investigate the widow of a woman murdered by ICE instead. They resigned in protest. 8 more followed. Who's left to fight the actual fraud? That's what politicizing enforcement looks like.
February 3, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Republicans say Medicaid fraud is out of control. But Trump's DOJ told prosecutors to investigate the widow of a woman murdered by ICE instead. They resigned in protest. 8 more followed. Who's left to fight the actual fraud? That's what politicizing enforcement looks like.
Today, I am voting NO on funding for DHS.
ICE must be defunded and dismantled, and I won’t support another dime to DHS until that happens.
ICE must be defunded and dismantled, and I won’t support another dime to DHS until that happens.
February 3, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Today, I am voting NO on funding for DHS.
ICE must be defunded and dismantled, and I won’t support another dime to DHS until that happens.
ICE must be defunded and dismantled, and I won’t support another dime to DHS until that happens.
ICE got $75 billion in Trump’s Big Bad Bill.
I’m cosponsoring an effort to take that $75 billion away from ICE to lower health care costs.
I’m cosponsoring an effort to take that $75 billion away from ICE to lower health care costs.
February 2, 2026 at 11:07 PM
ICE got $75 billion in Trump’s Big Bad Bill.
I’m cosponsoring an effort to take that $75 billion away from ICE to lower health care costs.
I’m cosponsoring an effort to take that $75 billion away from ICE to lower health care costs.
The right to peacefully assemble is enshrined in our Constitution, no matter how much Donald Trump tries to trample it. I’m proud of Denver and our residents who are always willing to come together and stand against injustice.
January 30, 2026 at 4:37 PM
The right to peacefully assemble is enshrined in our Constitution, no matter how much Donald Trump tries to trample it. I’m proud of Denver and our residents who are always willing to come together and stand against injustice.
Today, Denverites and millions of Americans are participating in a nationwide general strike to oppose this administration’s cruel immigration agenda and attacks on basic Constitutional safeguards.
Several Denver-area school districts delayed or closed over staff absences from ICE Out protests
The closures and delays are due to Friday’s nationwide ICE Out protests and general strike following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
www.denverpost.com
January 30, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Today, Denverites and millions of Americans are participating in a nationwide general strike to oppose this administration’s cruel immigration agenda and attacks on basic Constitutional safeguards.
His lies about Alex Pretti and his hateful rhetoric demonizing immigrants are vile. Trump must fire him immediately.
January 29, 2026 at 7:23 PM
His lies about Alex Pretti and his hateful rhetoric demonizing immigrants are vile. Trump must fire him immediately.
This administration’s cruel immigration policies are leading to Americans getting shot in the streets, historic levels of deaths in detention facilities, and a massive violation of our Constitutional rights.
The architect of this plan is Stephen Miller.
The architect of this plan is Stephen Miller.
January 29, 2026 at 7:23 PM
This administration’s cruel immigration policies are leading to Americans getting shot in the streets, historic levels of deaths in detention facilities, and a massive violation of our Constitutional rights.
The architect of this plan is Stephen Miller.
The architect of this plan is Stephen Miller.
We also talked through the issues affecting our community—including the administration's cruel immigration enforcement plans, especially after Minneapolis.
It takes all of us working together to defend Denver against Trump.
It takes all of us working together to defend Denver against Trump.
January 28, 2026 at 7:22 PM
We also talked through the issues affecting our community—including the administration's cruel immigration enforcement plans, especially after Minneapolis.
It takes all of us working together to defend Denver against Trump.
It takes all of us working together to defend Denver against Trump.
This week, I met with members of the Denver City Council to discuss how I can best support them in Congress.
With Trump illegally slashing funding to local governments, cities like Denver are shouldering more than ever.
With Trump illegally slashing funding to local governments, cities like Denver are shouldering more than ever.
January 28, 2026 at 7:22 PM
This week, I met with members of the Denver City Council to discuss how I can best support them in Congress.
With Trump illegally slashing funding to local governments, cities like Denver are shouldering more than ever.
With Trump illegally slashing funding to local governments, cities like Denver are shouldering more than ever.
I had the privilege of appearing on his show many times, and his passion for ensuring everyone exercises their right to vote was undeniable. My thoughts are with those who listened, along with his family and friends.
Legendary Denver radio pioneer Jim 'Dr. Daddy-O' Walker dies
Jim “Dr. Daddy-O” Walker, the pioneering radio broadcaster who broke racial barriers, has died.
www.9news.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
I had the privilege of appearing on his show many times, and his passion for ensuring everyone exercises their right to vote was undeniable. My thoughts are with those who listened, along with his family and friends.
KDKO AM 1510, “The Soul of the Rockies,” wasn’t just about the music—it was a cornerstone for Denver’s Black community, offering vital resources, cultural programming, and a platform for change.
Legendary Denver radio pioneer Jim 'Dr. Daddy-O' Walker dies
Jim “Dr. Daddy-O” Walker, the pioneering radio broadcaster who broke racial barriers, has died.
www.9news.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
KDKO AM 1510, “The Soul of the Rockies,” wasn’t just about the music—it was a cornerstone for Denver’s Black community, offering vital resources, cultural programming, and a platform for change.
Colorado has lost a beloved trailblazer. Jim “Dr. Daddy-O” Walker made history as the first Black person to own a radio station west of Kansas City.
Legendary Denver radio pioneer Jim 'Dr. Daddy-O' Walker dies
Jim “Dr. Daddy-O” Walker, the pioneering radio broadcaster who broke racial barriers, has died.
www.9news.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Colorado has lost a beloved trailblazer. Jim “Dr. Daddy-O” Walker made history as the first Black person to own a radio station west of Kansas City.
I’m relieved that my friend Ilhan Omar is unharmed after being attacked at a town hall last night.
She has a backbone of steel as Donald Trump and his MAGA cronies villainize her at every step. I know she won’t let this incident stop her tireless advocacy on behalf of her district.
She has a backbone of steel as Donald Trump and his MAGA cronies villainize her at every step. I know she won’t let this incident stop her tireless advocacy on behalf of her district.
January 28, 2026 at 2:12 PM
I’m relieved that my friend Ilhan Omar is unharmed after being attacked at a town hall last night.
She has a backbone of steel as Donald Trump and his MAGA cronies villainize her at every step. I know she won’t let this incident stop her tireless advocacy on behalf of her district.
She has a backbone of steel as Donald Trump and his MAGA cronies villainize her at every step. I know she won’t let this incident stop her tireless advocacy on behalf of her district.
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember the six million Jews who were murdered during one of the darkest chapters of recent history.
Today, and every day, we must recommit to continuing the fight against antisemitism and hate – whether here in the U.S. or anywhere across the globe.
Today, and every day, we must recommit to continuing the fight against antisemitism and hate – whether here in the U.S. or anywhere across the globe.
January 27, 2026 at 7:34 PM
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember the six million Jews who were murdered during one of the darkest chapters of recent history.
Today, and every day, we must recommit to continuing the fight against antisemitism and hate – whether here in the U.S. or anywhere across the globe.
Today, and every day, we must recommit to continuing the fight against antisemitism and hate – whether here in the U.S. or anywhere across the globe.
The funding bill passed the House because of Republicans, so now it’s up to the Senate to reject it after federal agents murdered Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It cannot be business as usual as American citizens are being shot and killed.
January 25, 2026 at 6:19 PM
The funding bill passed the House because of Republicans, so now it’s up to the Senate to reject it after federal agents murdered Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It cannot be business as usual as American citizens are being shot and killed.
Last week, alongside nearly every Democrat, I voted against funding for ICE because its thugs are out of control.
January 25, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Last week, alongside nearly every Democrat, I voted against funding for ICE because its thugs are out of control.
This morning, masked, untrained ICE and CBP agents have once again escalated a situation and shot and killed a person in Minneapolis. This rogue agency is out of control.
ICE and CBP must immediately leave Minnesota. ICE must be dismantled, and Secretary Noem must be impeached as soon as possible.
ICE and CBP must immediately leave Minnesota. ICE must be dismantled, and Secretary Noem must be impeached as soon as possible.
January 24, 2026 at 7:07 PM
This morning, masked, untrained ICE and CBP agents have once again escalated a situation and shot and killed a person in Minneapolis. This rogue agency is out of control.
ICE and CBP must immediately leave Minnesota. ICE must be dismantled, and Secretary Noem must be impeached as soon as possible.
ICE and CBP must immediately leave Minnesota. ICE must be dismantled, and Secretary Noem must be impeached as soon as possible.
Last night, I voted YES on a resolution to assert Congress’ war powers authority and rein in Trump's actions in Venezuela.
Every single House Democrat showed up. Every single House Democrat voted YES. We are holding this administration accountable, while Republicans surrender at every opportunity.
Every single House Democrat showed up. Every single House Democrat voted YES. We are holding this administration accountable, while Republicans surrender at every opportunity.
January 23, 2026 at 8:11 PM
Last night, I voted YES on a resolution to assert Congress’ war powers authority and rein in Trump's actions in Venezuela.
Every single House Democrat showed up. Every single House Democrat voted YES. We are holding this administration accountable, while Republicans surrender at every opportunity.
Every single House Democrat showed up. Every single House Democrat voted YES. We are holding this administration accountable, while Republicans surrender at every opportunity.
Great news: A federal judge just again ruled against Trump’s vindictive, illegal funding freeze for child care and nutrition services for Colorado families.
The courts are holding this administration accountable. We must keep fighting this clear retribution against Colorado.
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The courts are holding this administration accountable. We must keep fighting this clear retribution against Colorado.
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Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in Colorado — for now
The judge said he’d decide later whether the money is to remain in place while a challenge to cutting it off works its way through the courts.
www.denverpost.com
January 23, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Great news: A federal judge just again ruled against Trump’s vindictive, illegal funding freeze for child care and nutrition services for Colorado families.
The courts are holding this administration accountable. We must keep fighting this clear retribution against Colorado.
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The courts are holding this administration accountable. We must keep fighting this clear retribution against Colorado.
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Republicans want you to believe it's either jobs OR clean air.
Here's the truth: Companies break Clean Air laws for extra profit and want a get-out-of-jail-free pass.
In turn, Denverites who live and work near the Suncor plant breathe toxic pollution 365 days a year. This has to stop.
Here's the truth: Companies break Clean Air laws for extra profit and want a get-out-of-jail-free pass.
In turn, Denverites who live and work near the Suncor plant breathe toxic pollution 365 days a year. This has to stop.
January 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Republicans want you to believe it's either jobs OR clean air.
Here's the truth: Companies break Clean Air laws for extra profit and want a get-out-of-jail-free pass.
In turn, Denverites who live and work near the Suncor plant breathe toxic pollution 365 days a year. This has to stop.
Here's the truth: Companies break Clean Air laws for extra profit and want a get-out-of-jail-free pass.
In turn, Denverites who live and work near the Suncor plant breathe toxic pollution 365 days a year. This has to stop.
The administration’s move to end the use of fetal tissue in NIH research only furthers their anti-science and anti-abortion agenda.
Stem cell research is vital for research into regenerative medicine and other cutting-edge treatments. This assault on science will mean fewer cures for those in need.
Stem cell research is vital for research into regenerative medicine and other cutting-edge treatments. This assault on science will mean fewer cures for those in need.
The National Institutes of Health, the largest public funder of biomedical research in the world, announced that it would no longer support research that uses fetal tissue donated to science after elective abortions.
NIH says it will stop funding research using human fetal tissue
Scientists denounced the move, arguing that fetal tissue is crucial for understanding human development and diseases.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 23, 2026 at 2:55 AM
The administration’s move to end the use of fetal tissue in NIH research only furthers their anti-science and anti-abortion agenda.
Stem cell research is vital for research into regenerative medicine and other cutting-edge treatments. This assault on science will mean fewer cures for those in need.
Stem cell research is vital for research into regenerative medicine and other cutting-edge treatments. This assault on science will mean fewer cures for those in need.
As co-chair of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus, I will continue fighting with everything I’ve got until every American has the freedom to make their own health care decisions, without political interference
January 23, 2026 at 1:22 AM
As co-chair of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus, I will continue fighting with everything I’ve got until every American has the freedom to make their own health care decisions, without political interference
53 years ago today, Roe v. Wade recognized our Constitutional right to abortion care. Four years ago, an extremist Supreme Court stripped that right away.
Now, Donald Trump and his GOP allies in Congress are pushing for a nationwide abortion ban.
Now, Donald Trump and his GOP allies in Congress are pushing for a nationwide abortion ban.
January 23, 2026 at 1:22 AM
53 years ago today, Roe v. Wade recognized our Constitutional right to abortion care. Four years ago, an extremist Supreme Court stripped that right away.
Now, Donald Trump and his GOP allies in Congress are pushing for a nationwide abortion ban.
Now, Donald Trump and his GOP allies in Congress are pushing for a nationwide abortion ban.
However, I cannot fund an administration that is bombing multiple countries, threatening allies like Denmark and Canada, and ignoring Congress’s role in authorizing the use of force.
January 22, 2026 at 11:11 PM
However, I cannot fund an administration that is bombing multiple countries, threatening allies like Denmark and Canada, and ignoring Congress’s role in authorizing the use of force.