ICE's inhumane detention of Gabriel Johnson must end NOW. Read my full statement.

I had the pleasure of meeting with Alliance 4 American Leadership to discuss the local impact of Trump’s gutting of USAID, and how we can work to rebuild the agency.

I met with Bernd Lange, Brando Benifei, Kathleen Van Brempt, Christel Schaldemose and Lina Gálvez of the European Parliament to discuss AI and digital policy efforts.

I asked Trump’s science advisor if the non-binding “ratepayer protection pledge” has helped with rising energy costs due to data centers. He gave me 3 different answers. I’ll let you decide if you believe this Administration cares about rising utility costs due to data centers.

Today, I voted no on the GOP's budget resolution that wastes tens of billions of taxpayer dollars on Trump's wars abroad through reconciliation. This bill sets the stage for more wasteful spending without addressing the cost-of-living in any way. Read my full statement.

At this week’s @transportdems.bsky.social hearing, I asked former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate about how the failed leadership of Kristi Noem has hurt this critical agency.

I spoke to @535news.bsky.social about introducing the GUARD Act to regulate AI chatbots. As I shared in this interview, I am hearing directly from families who have lost their children after interactions with these chatbots—Congress must take action immediately.

I joined nearly 200 @housedemocrats.bsky.social in calling for independent investigations and a halt to removal proceedings against the witnesses.

Today, I voted in favor of Rep. Massie’s amendment to cut military aid to Israel. However, I voted against the foreign affairs funding bill which includes harmful riders, including the SAVE Act, & weakens our ability to lead through diplomacy & protect our national security. Read my full statement.

It was great to visit Lenovo’s RTP campus to learn about their efforts to develop cutting-edge technology right here in the 4th District. As technological innovation continues at a rapid rate, I’m glad to see local research labs, universities, and companies working to push our country forward.

The National Park Service should review the site and ensure that the presentation of exhibits is consistent with the significance of the site and the standards of a national monument. Read the full letter.

It was great seeing so many people out in the community throughout this 4th of July weekend! As we look ahead to America’s next 250 years, let us keep working together to build a more perfect Union that lives up to its promise for everyone.

Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford was a devoted public servant who worked tirelessly to strengthen public education and expand opportunities for working families in our community. She will be dearly missed, and I offer my condolences to her loved ones.

It was great meeting with Duke University students participating in the Rachel Carson Scholars program. This program is helping to cultivate the next generation of marine conservation leaders, and I can’t wait to see how far these students go!

AI policy making should be centered around properly researching and combatting the negative impacts of this technology. I’m proud that the Science Committee passed the following bills and amendments I presented at yesterday’s markup to ensure that we are putting families ahead of large corporations.

Black women have always stood up to protect our communities. @replamonica.bsky.social did just that when she showed up to Delaney Hall for an oversight visit—just as I did with the ICE facility in Cary.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures who show up every single day with care and dedication! Thank you for all that you do to guide our communities and strengthen families.

Juneteenth isn’t just about remembering our history and celebrating the progress we’ve made–it’s a call to continue the work. Happy Juneteenth to everyone in #NC04 and across the country!

I joined Science Committee Democrats in reminding Trump that this illegal shuttering will not stand in court, puts our environment at risk, and will allow China to lead global climate and ocean research.

I told U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Wright directly that this Administration has failed the American people by ignoring the need to regulate utility providers and data centers.

Coal ash actively puts drinking water, land, and air quality at risk. I helped lead 33 @housedemocrats.bsky.social in demanding that this proposal is withdrawn in order to save lives.

I had the pleasure of meeting with Refugee Council USA and heard from constituents who are working with humanitarian organizations supporting refugees, asylum seekers and displaced populations. We must ensure that the rights of immigrants, asylum seekers, and citizens are always being respected.

It was great to meet with Planned Parenthood in Washington today! Planned Parenthood and its affiliates have been helping to protect and defend access to reproductive care for decades.

Trump says the government can’t afford to fund healthcare while we fight the wars that he started. Now, Republicans are trying to stuff another $70 billion for ICE through Congress.

Gun violence continues to plague our communities here in North Carolina and across the country. This month, we honor the victims and survivors of gun violence and recommit ourselves to taking action to stop these tragedies.

As Co-Chair of the House Democratic AI Commission, I want to be clear that I do not support the draft AI bill proposed by Reps. Obernolte and Trahan in its current form. Please see the Commission’s full statement below.

Rep. Mike Thompson and I are demanding that OpenAI and Google DeepMind brief members of Congress on reports and lawsuits alleging that chatbots have been used in connection to violent acts on multiple occasions.

Though I am glad Rep. Ogles has deleted his hateful post, this is just one of his many tweets attacking the LGBTQI+ community including criticizing what he calls ‘radical LGBTQ+ propaganda’.

It was great to visit Family Promise of the Triangle which is helping to end family homelessness across the region by preventing illegal evictions and providing responsive homelessness services.

It was great to join the official North Carolina Juneteenth flag raising ceremony in Durham! Durham is a site shaped by Black resistance and leadership—and that’s exactly what Juneteenth is all about.