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Maxine Waters

U.S. Representative · CA-43 · Democrat · Ranking Member, Financial Services

Statements and posts

62 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.

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Activity, last 12 weeks

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All 62 statements

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  1. Press release

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    Crime and Law EnforcementGovernment Weaponization

    DCrockett

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Releases Statement on Trump’s Federalization of DC Police

    Criticized Trump's federalization of DC Metropolitan Police Department as racist.

  2. Press release

    Official

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Commemorates the Anniversary of the Passing of Congressman John Lewis

    Commemorated fifth anniversary of Congressman John Lewis's death and his civil rights legacy.

  3. Congresswoman Maxine Waters Introduces Legislation to Enhance Breast Cancer Patients’ Access to Information and Treatment

    Introduced two bills to improve breast cancer patients' access to treatment and information.

    “I am deeply concerned about the tragic and unacceptable disparities related to breast cancer”
  4. Press release

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    Housing and Community DevelopmentConstituent Services

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Joins Watts Empowerment Center at Imperial Courts Groundbreaking

    Attended groundbreaking for film and music studio at public housing development.

    “I deeply appreciate the transformative personal enrichment and job training opportunities this facility will provide for public housing residents”
  5. Press release

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    Housing and Community DevelopmentHousing Affordability

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Keynotes Consolidated Board of Realtists’ Annual H.O.M.E. Fair

    Keynoted housing fair promoting homeownership resources for African American communities.

    “I commend the Consolidated Board of Realtists’ continued leadership in championing the economic advancement of African Americans throughout Southern California through the promotion of homeownership as a pathway to build generational wealth”
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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Celebrates Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation’s 30th Anniversary

    Celebrated Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation's 30th anniversary at community event.

    “I’m so proud to have the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation (TOCA) and the annual TOCApalooza festival here in my District”
  7. Press release

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    Armed Forces and National SecurityMilitary ReadinessTrump Iran War Deployment

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Releases A Statement on Trump’s Response To Attacks By Israel and Iran

    Called Trump's Iran attack a declaration of war and demanded congressional approval.

    “I believe Trump’s attack on Iran, hitting three reported nuclear targets, is tantamount to a declaration of war. The President must be confronted by Members of Congress to be reminded that the President must come before Congress to seek approval before a declaration of war.”
  8. Press release

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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Leads Thousands In Peaceful Protest On No Kings Day

    Led peaceful protest against Trump and Elon Musk's influence on government institutions.

    “Nobody voted for Elon, he was not elected, and no one wants him destroying our institutions”
  9. Press release

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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Attends Charles B. Rangel Funeral

    Issued condolences on the passing of Congressman Charles B. Rangel.

  10. Press release

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    CONGRESSWOMAN WATERS AND SENATOR DURBIN INTRODUCE CLASS ACT TO GIVE STUDENTS CHEATED BY FOR-PROFIT COLLEGES THEIR DAY IN COURT

    Introduced bill to allow students to sue for-profit colleges in court instead of mandatory arbitration.

    “I am proud to reintroduce the CLASS Act with Senator Durbin to hold predatory for-profit colleges accountable when they defraud students”
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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Delivers Commencement Speech at Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center Graduation

    Delivered commencement speech at Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center graduation.

    “I am extremely proud of each and every one of the students graduating who had the drive to better their lives and improve their community”
  13. Press release

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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Celebrates Bishop Michael J. Fisher’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary And Elevation To Bishop

    Celebrated Bishop Michael J. Fisher's 20th pastoral anniversary and elevation to Bishop.

    “I am encouraged by leaders like Bishop Fisher, who use their skills to influence positive change. I join the Greater Zion Church Family’s celebration of Bishop Fisher’s 20th Pastoral Anniversary and recognize his outstanding leadership and dedication to both his congregation and the community of Compton.”
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    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS CONDEMNS PRESIDENT TRUMP AND HIS ADMINISTRATION FOR RACIST IMMIGRATION POLICY

    Condemned Trump administration's revocation of humanitarian parole for 500,000 immigrants.

    “But this isn’t new for Trump. Throughout his campaign and even after his election, Trump held rallies that featured racist and disparaging comments and outright lies about immigrants, especially Haitians, in an attempt to stoke fear amongst the American people.”
  15. Press release

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    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS JOINS COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN HER DISTRICT TO FIGHT FOR SCHOOLS AND EXPLAINS THE IMPORTANCE OF RESISTING TRUMP-MUSK ATTACKS ON THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

    Opposed Trump and Musk efforts to eliminate the Department of Education.

    “California’s 43rd District alone serves nearly 180,000 students, and this federal support plays a critical role in funding programs that support basic education in reading, math, and science, provide financial aid for higher education, and help schools in underfunded areas improve educational outcomes.”
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    Armed Forces and National SecurityArmed Forces & National Security

    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS MEETS WITH THE GRAND MARSHALL AT THE CITY OF TORRANCE 63RD ANNUAL ARMED FORCES DAY PARADE AND CELEBRATION

    Met with military leaders and veterans at Torrance's 63rd Annual Armed Forces Day Parade.

    “As an elected official, it is my responsibility not only to honor service members and veterans but to ensure that they receive the benefits and services they’ve been promised”
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    Transportation and Public WorksTransportation Infrastructure

    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS HELPS OPEN LA METRO’S RAIL TO RAIL TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR IN SOUTH LOS ANGELES

    Celebrated opening of LA Metro's Rail to Rail Active Transportation Corridor in South Los Angeles.

    “I worked very hard to ensure Federal support for the K Line, which resulted in $233 million in Federal grants and a $546 million loan, and I was proud to see this line finally coming to fruition.”
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    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS CELEBRATES THE BIRTHDAY OF MALCOLM X IN LEIMERT PARK

    Spoke at the 33rd Annual Malcolm X Celebration and Festival in Leimert Park.

    “I am so elated to celebrate the life and legacy of Malcolm X, in the heart of a community so entrenched in the fight for equality, human rights, and justice”
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    Commerce

    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS SUPPORTS THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY AT YOUTUBE’S "FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION” EVENT

    Supported YouTube's inaugural 'For Your Consideration' event showcasing creative industry talent.

    “As the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles embraces the diversity and rich contributions of the creative industry”
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    REP. MAXINE WATERS MOURNS THE LOSS OF FORMER U.S. SECRETARY OF LABOR ALEXIS M. HERMAN

    Issued statement mourning death of former Labor Secretary Alexis Herman.

    “Alexis championed initiatives that promoted minority women's employment within businesses, establishing diversity as a crucial hiring objective long before it became a widespread practice. Her leadership in this area has transformed countless workplaces across our nation.”
  22. Press release

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    Government Operations and PoliticsGovernment Spending

    DMerkleyDConnollyDMcIverDBrownley

    Congresswoman Waters, Senator Merkley Launch New Effort to Boost Congress’ Oversight of Trump’s Mass Firings

    Introduced bill to empower Congress to override federal workforce cuts without consultation.

    “Donald Trump and co-President Elon Musk are engaged in a lawless and reckless restructuring of the federal workforce. By firing thousands of federal workers, they are dismantling the infrastructure supporting Social Security, veterans’ healthcare, and our entire government.”
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    International AffairsGovernment Spending

    RRubio

    CONGRESSWOMAN MAXINE WATERS DENOUNCES PLANS TO DOWNSIZE THE STATE DEPARTMENT AND WITHDRAW FROM WORLD LEADERSHIP, ESPECIALLY IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA

    Criticized State Department restructuring and USAID dismantling as abandoning global leadership in Sub-Saharan Africa.

    “I will continue to fight – along with my colleagues in Congress, the diplomatic community, human rights advocates, and the American public – to stop these reckless cuts and reaffirm our nation’s commitment to principled, proactive global leadership.”
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    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Condemns Trump Administration Plans to Slash Health Department Funding

    Condemned Trump administration plans to cut $40 billion from Department of Health and Human Services.

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    Social WelfareGovernment Spending

    Congresswoman Maxine Waters Slams Trump & Musk Mission to Dismantle Social Security

    Criticized Trump and Musk for dismantling Social Security Administration infrastructure and services.

    “I refuse to stand by while Trump and Co-President Musk destroy our country. We must protect Social Security at all costs.”

Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.