U.S. Open Champion
Congrats to U.S. Open Champion Coco Gauff! At 19, she is the youngest American to win since Serena Williams in 1999. So proud!
$900,000 Awarded to Improve Public Transportation
Today we celebrated $900,000 I secured in federal funding that will provide critical accessibility and safety improvements along several routes in Wake County. I’m proud to partner with GoTriangle on this effort.4 https://abc11.com/gotriangle-public-transportation-raleigh-buses-wake-county-bus/13754514
Student Debt Crisis
Our country is in the midst of an unprecedented student debt crisis, totaling over $1.77 trillion nationwide. Americans who make an effort to pay off their loans deserve a chance at prosperity, re-establishing their credit, and participating in the economy.
Medicaid Expansion
An estimated 60,000 North Carolinians have been kicked off Medicaid this year. Republican leaders in the General Assembly need to do their jobs, pass a budget, and implement Medicaid expansion. We can’t wait any longer. https://abc11.com/medicaid-strongs-nc-health-insurance/13735844/
Voting Rights Battle
Must Read Op-Ed by Governor Roy Cooper: “For all the right-wing fearmongering about near nonexistent election fraud, the truth is that they’re the ones using the long arm of the law to rig elections and threaten our democracy. We can’t let them get away with it.” https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/05/opinions/north-carolina-voting-rights-battle-cooper/index.html
Get the Judiciary Committee Back on Track
In Congress, I am proud to serve on the Judiciary Committee—it’s a serious committee engaged in serious work to protect the fundamental civil rights and freedoms of all Americans. Or at least it used to be.
Happy Labor Day!
Today, we honor America’s workers – past and present – who’ve made invaluable contributions to our country. Let’s recommit ourselves to championing the workers and unions who make this country great.
North Carolina Key for 2024 Vote
November 2024 seems far away, but the truth is that the groundwork we lay today will directly impact everything we do between now and then. That’s why I’m working hard to uplift Democrats across North Carolina and ensure Wake County has the strongest voter turnout possible.
American Rescue Plan
The high cost of quality childcare has burdened North Carolina families for too long. Working parents should not be forced to choose between a career and their family, all while struggling to make ends meet.
10 Drugs for Medicare Price Negotiation
I fought to pass the Inflation Reduction Act because I knew it would create real change in North Carolina and save our seniors money. This week President Joe Biden announced the first 10 drugs for Medicare price negotiation.