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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 24m

It is alarming that the Trump Admin & rogue ICE agents would abduct a 13-year-old child from Everett, transport him to a facility over 500 miles away & reportedly subject him to harrowing conditions.

They must stop violating our constitutional rights.

My full statement:

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“It is absolutely alarming that the Trump Administration and its rogue ICE agents would abduct a 13-year-old child, transport him to a facility over 500 miles away without his family, lawyer or a court knowing, and reportedly subject him to harrowing, inhumane conditions, including inadequate nutrition and sleeping on a concrete floor with an aluminum blanket while still healing from a broken foot.

“He is a 7th-grader who should have been met with compassion and care, not criminalized and sent to an adult prison.

“The Trump Administration must stop violating the constitutional rights of our constituents. I join the chorus of community voices demanding basic adherence to due process, preservation of this child’s constitutional rights, and his immediate return to his family.”

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

I pray that it marks an important step toward a just and lasting peace in the region, an end to the horrific genocide perpetrated by the Israeli government, the rebuilding of Gaza, and a shared future of self-determination and humanity for Israelis and Palestinians alike.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

Each of these grief-filled moments together has been a reminder of our shared humanity and reinforced what I've long known to be true: that our freedoms and our destinies—Israeli, Palestinian and American—are deeply tied.

Today marks a critical step. And it's a reminder of the work that remains.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

Over the past two years, I have held in my arms the families of hostages and slain Palestinians who spoke of deep love and grief. The pain and trauma they've carried throughout this is unimaginable and something that no person should ever experience.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

As a parent and woman of faith, I am deeply relieved that surviving Israeli hostages and detained Palestinians are finally being reunited with their families. And my heart remains shattered for those whose loved ones didn't make it home today.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

We'll keep celebrating their contributions, centering Native voices in our policymaking, & building a more just, equitable future.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 1d

Happy Indigenous People’s Day!

We are all on stolen land.

And while Republicans try to whitewash American history, we acknowledge our country’s role in inflicting trauma on our Indigenous neighbors.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 2d

Nervous, exhausted, & uncertainty.

These are just some of the emotions #MA7 constituents, workers, labor leaders, & advocates are feeling under this Republican shutdown.

It's time to end Trump's shutdown, reopen the government, & address the hurt and harm Republicans created.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 2d

Republicans are using every tool to attack abortion access.

They want to strip funding for hospitals and training programs that teach future doctors how to provide abortion care.

It is harmful, it is dangerous, and it could prevent doctors from delivering critical healthcare.

NOTUS @notus.com · 6d

House Republicans want to start a fight over how doctors are trained to provide abortions.
www.notus.org/policy/house...

House Republicans Want to Force an Overhaul of Doctors’ Abortion Training

A House funding bill includes a rider that critics warn could limit abortion access and doctors’ preparedness for dealing with pregnancy complications.

www.notus.org

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 3d

The healthcare crisis Trump and Republicans have created will be devastating for families in the #MA7.

Here's how:

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Trump & Republicans' healthcare crisis will devastate the MA-07. Here's how:

35,512 people will lose health coverage because of Republican cuts to Medicaid in the Big Ugly Law and their plot to gut the Affordable Care Act.

29,000 people will see their health care costs rise if Republicans let critical tax credits expire.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 3d

Paul Dama's abduction left behind a painful void in the #MA7.

His release is a powerful reminder of what is possible when our community comes together, rallies behind a beloved neighbor, & stands firm in the face of Trump & ICE’s shameful reign of terror.

Welcome home, Paul.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo with Paul Dama.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 3d

For too long, Black women have been the last hired & the first fired.

The systemic pushout of Black women from the paid workforce is a red flag for our economy and devastating for Black women, Black families, and Black futures.
www.politico.com/newsletters/...

Black women’s unemployment ‘dire warning’ for the economy

www.politico.com

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 4d

If you're a federal worker, #KnowYourRights.

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Whistleblowers are protected from retaliation:

Federal government workers protected from whistleblower retaliation under U.S. law, including for:

* Being fired or laid off
* Intimidation
* Denying benefits
* Interfering with employee’s ability to obtain future employment

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The Whistleblower Protection Act:

The Whistleblower Protection Act permits current and former executive branch employees to report wrongdoing, including:

* A violation of any law, rule, or regulation
* Coercing political activity
* Censorship related to scientific research
* Gross mismanagement
* An abuse of authority

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To file a whistleblower complaint, you can contact:

Democrats on the Oversight Committee:
* A committee to oversee civil service in the Legislative Branch
* OversightDemocrats.House.gov

Government Accountability Project:
* A nonprofit organization specializing in whistleblower assistance
* Whistleblower.org

Civil Service Strong:
* A coalition committed to supporting a nonpartisan, professional civil service.
* CivilServiceStrong.org

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 4d

It's absolutely illegal for Trump to fire dedicated federal workers.

We're in the midst of a shutdown HE created that’s hurting military families, federal workers, & everyone in America.

This isn’t over. We'll see him in court.

CBS News @cbsnews.com · 4d

BREAKING: Layoffs of federal workers begin as the government shutdown enters Day 10, OMB Director Russ Vought says.

Government shutdown live updates as military poised to miss first paychecks next week

The government shutdown entered its 10th day Friday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan. Follow live updates.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 4d

Cruel and cowardly.

Republicans are canceling votes yet again instead of working with Democrats to re-open the government.

They'd rather stay on vacation than stand with families, release the Epstein Files, and address the healthcare crisis they created.

A tweet from a report that reads: Scheduling update is official: Votes are no longer expected in the House on Tuesday, October 14th.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 4d

Federal contractors—including custodial & food service workers—deserve pay for their hard work.

But unlike federal employees, contractors have no assurance they'll receive backpay when Republicans reopen the government.

Our bill would ensure these workers are not left behind.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 5d

For the sake of humanity, I pray this holds.

It is so far past time to end this genocide, free the hostages, and surge food, water, and baby formula to starving families in Gaza.

The Associated Press @apnews.com · 6d

BREAKING: Hamas will release all 20 living hostages this weekend, AP sources say, as Israelis will withdraw from majority of Gaza.

Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says

President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first Phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 5d

WIC is a lifeline that helps new parents keep their babies fed.

But thanks to Republicans' government shutdown, WIC funds could run out in a matter of weeks.

Republicans must re-open the government NOW and stop playing with people's lives.
www.npr.org/2025/10/02/n...

The federal shutdown puts nutrition aid for millions of new parents at risk

Nearly seven million pregnant women and young children depend on WIC for healthy foods. Advocates say funding could run out in about two weeks, leaving states to close the gap if their budgets allow.

www.npr.org

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 5d

Latinas earn only 51 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men.

This wage gap isn't just unfair, it's an injustice, and Latinas deserve equal pay for equal work.

#LatinaEqualPayDay

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 6d

As small businesses & entrepreneurs face uncertainty amid Republicans' govt shutdown, I joined BECMA Inc's #MassBlackExpo to discuss how we can protect Black wealth.

From employing Black women & lowering the cost of housing to safeguarding DEI, it's going to take intentional policy to get it done.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley joins State Senator Adam Gomez and State Representative Russell Holmes for a BECMA Mass Black Expo panel titled: Policy, Power, and the Economy: A 10-Year Agenda for Wealth Building.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo with State Senator Adam Gomez, State Representative Russell Holmes, and BECMA Chief of Policy Alyssa Benalfew-Ramos.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley provides remarks during a BECMA Mass Black Expo panel.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 6d

Joan Bennett Kennedy was a gifted artist & dedicated advocate whose compassion & vulnerability is an inspiration to us all.

Through her music, teaching, & support for the arts & addiction services, she uplifted so many.

My heart is with the Kennedy family & all who loved her.

The Boston Globe @bostonglobe.com · 6d

Joan Bennett Kennedy, the former wife of the late Senator Ted Kennedy, has died.

Joan Bennett Kennedy, former wife of Senator Ted Kennedy, dies - The Boston Globe

“I will always admire my mother for the way that she faced up to her challenges with grace, courage, humility, and honesty,” her son, Ted Kennedy Jr., said in a statement.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 6d

As a former hotel worker & unpaid Congressional intern, I know what it is to live paycheck-to-paycheck.

This Republican-manufactured shutdown is harming everyone, including our federal contractors who aren't guaranteed backpay when the govt reopens.

Our bill would change that.

‘I don’t know how I’m going to feed my kids’: Shutdown hits federal contractors hard | CNN Business

Unlike federal employees, contractors typically don’t receive backpay when the government reopens from a shutdown. Low-wage service workers, including cleaners, janitors, security guards, cafeteria wo...

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 7d

Yeah, no. The law is clear: federal workers must receive back pay.

AND I have a bill to ensure federal contractors get it as well.

CNN @cnn.com · 7d

President Trump doesn't commit to back pay for furloughed federal workers when the government shutdown ends. Follow live updates: https://cnn.it/46DIVEI

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 7d

My statement on the two-year anniversary of the horrific October 7th attack carried out by Hamas in Israel:

“The October 7th attack carried out by Hamas was horrific and devastating.

“Elders, babies, parents, and loved ones were senselessly murdered.

“251 souls were taken hostage, among them Americans, Israelis, grandparents, toddlers, and peace activists.

“The grief of these losses runs deep in the Massachusetts 7th and around the world. (1/4)

“In the two years since the October 7 attack, I have sat beside the family members of hostages and those who lost loved ones that day.

“Their stories have stayed with me daily. Surviving family members have spoken of our shared humanity.

“The hostage families have sparked a movement calling for peace, joined by a multi-generational, multi-racial coalition of people of every faith and every corner of the globe. (2/4)

“Today in Gaza, we are witnessing an unspeakable genocide, and we must continue to call for peace.

“Innocent civilians are being denied food, water and medical care.

“Our children will ask what we did in this moment, and the only acceptable answer remains: everything we could to save lives. (3/4)

“I remain committed to the safety and survival of everyone impacted by these atrocities.

“I send my deepest condolences to every family who lost a loved one in the violent October 7th attack and to every family who has lost a loved one in the violence perpetrated in Gaza.

“Grief lasts as long as love does. Your loved ones mattered deeply, and they will not be forgotten.” (4/4)

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley @pressley.house.gov · 8d

And now, Trump is threatening to send National Guard troops to invade & militarize Chicago.

This has nothing to do with safety & everything to do with inflicting trauma & chaos. This is unacceptable & we demand accountability.

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