We know that when women have the right tools to thrive at work, they not only excel, but make our industries and our economy stronger.

At this week's House Appropriations Democrats hearing with Acting Secretary Julie Su, we discussed ways to ensure equal pay and create more good-paying jobs for all women.

As Ranking Member of Defense House Appropriations Democrats, I know the situation in Ukraine is dire. Today—finally—the House will act, and not a moment too soon. We will make it clear to authoritarian nations that America will always stand up for democracy here at home & around the world.

We put America first by demonstrating the power of American leadership – that we will fight for the most vulnerable, protect their freedom, and preserve their dignity.

Ukraine needs our support to defeat Russia’s assault. We cannot abide the appeasement of a dictator.

The FDA is tasked with protecting our public health & safety through the regulation of drugs & our food supply. This morning, I'm participating in the FY25 budget hearing to keep us, our food, and all the other products FDA regulates both safe & effective. youtu.be/MsfunubJ_Eo

NOW ➡️ House Appropriations Democrats are hearing from U.S. FDA on how they plan to keep American families safe from food borne illness and dangerous drugs. Join us here 📺 youtube.com/live/MsfunubJ_…

Today, House Appropriations Democrats and I spoke to ICE Acting Director Patrick Lechleitner on how ICE is working to secure the southern border.

We discussed how ICE is combatting the cartels, disrupting deadly drug trafficking, and protecting communities across the country.

We're entering a new age of discovery, and investment in science is critical to ensuring it continues.

Honored to join NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and House Appropriations Democrats to learn how we can support NASA as they continue to boldly go where no man has gone before.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has played a critical role in clearing the wreckage following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. We must continue to support these efforts & restore port operations.

Today my House Appropriations Democrats colleagues and I met to discuss this goal.

From enhancing shipyards to improving health care for sailors, Department of Defense 🇺🇸 must focus on readiness and supporting our region’s military families.

At this morning’s House Appropriations Democrats hearing, I asked Defense Department leaders how they plan to ensure we meet these urgent needs.

.ICE plays a crucial role in securing our border and keeping our communities safe.

Join me & House Appropriations Democrats at 2 PM ET as we hear more about its 2025 budget:

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It is always great to welcome my friend @SecHaaland to Capitol Hill as House Appropriations Democrats hears about US Department of the Interior budget priorities to invest in our public lands & waters, and work to meet our trust & treaty responsibilities to tribal communities.

The House Appropriations Committee is also meeting now with US Department of the Interior to discuss how we can best support & protect:

🏘️Tribal Communities
🏞️Public Lands & National Parks
🚒Wildland Firefighters

Tune in here: youtu.be/D15lbE6qj7Q

Watch House Appropriations Democrats as we hear from Department of Defense 🇺🇸 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Austin & General CQ Brown, Jr. on the Department of Defense budget request for FY 2025 ➡ youtu.be/sdiSFKCAhrM

HAPPENING NOW: The House Appropriations Committee is examining the 2025 budget request for the Department of Defense 🇺🇸. Watch here⤵️

Right now, Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro is hearing from Acting Secretary Julie Su on U.S. Department of Labor's efforts to increase support for workers. Watch our hearing here: youtu.be/1dgHdU8XQSc

Strong funds for the Department of Defense 🇺🇸 must be a top priority. Any attempts to stall or cut funding endanger our ability to meet urgent threats. Join me and House Appropriations Democrats now as we discuss how federal dollars will be used to keep us safe and prepared: youtu.be/sdiSFKCAhrM

Workers across our nation deserve the chance to succeed and the freedom to organize without retaliation. U.S. Department of Labor and House Appropriations Democrats are working together to develop a budget that does just that.

Watch our hearing today at 10 AM ➡️ youtu.be/1dgHdU8XQSc

Little is more important to the health and safety of Americans than safe water and a clean planet. We must push back against any funding cuts that would threaten the progress we have made in these critical areas.

More on this now with House Appropriations Democrats youtu.be/XjyLmrIpsf8

The TSA is crucial in protecting America’s airports and our travelers.

It was a pleasure to discuss with Administrator TSA_Pekoske how House Appropriations Democrats and I are working hard to ensure the TSA workforce is paid fairly.

It was great to hear from @owprogram, Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, Stennis Center, Architect of the Capitol (AOC) and Library of Congress during today's Legislative Branch hearings.

I look forward to working with our new chairman Rep. David Valadao this year to fund these critical agencies.