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@RepSires

U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 8th Congressional District

Washington, DC
Joined January 2009

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  1. Oct 20

    Transparency matters, and the Trump Administration's mixed messages on the disappearance of journalist Jamal is troubling for global democracy. America needs the truth and I will work with my colleagues to hold all parties accountable.

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  2. Oct 19

    October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and today is . 1 and 8 women will develop breast cancer and early detection is key. For more information about breast cancer visit:

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  3. Oct 17

    I’m concerned by the oppression that continues in and . The violence and harsh practices by these regimes against their citizens should cease immediately. My full statement with :

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  4. Oct 17

    I will continue to fight for the most vulnerable members of our community, while the GOP continues to decide private jets and golf courses deserve a tax break instead of working class Americans.

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  5. Oct 17

    The has been so brutally obvious, we predicted this attack 6 months ago. Just yesterday, Sen. McConnell called for cuts to Social Security, Medicare, & Medicaid - in response to a ballooning deficit caused by the tax bill.

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  6. Oct 15

    This past Saturday, I attended the 9th annual celebration of at the Union City High School hosted by

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  7. Oct 12

    Today is the 20th anniversary of Matthew Shepard’s tragic death. I have cosponsored H.Res.1121 to reaffirm Congress’s support for the prevention of hate crimes, the advancement of the LGTBQIA+ community, and remember Matthew Shepard.

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  8. Oct 12

    On Tuesday, I sent this letter with other concerned colleagues to the President urging him to raise the issue of Khashoggi’s whereabouts and welfare with Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

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  9. Oct 12

    The mysterious disappearance of columnist is deeply concerning and the governments of Saudi Arabia and Turkey must provide answers. Suppressing critical voices in the press is unacceptable.

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  10. Oct 11

    The new COLA becomes effective January 2019. For more information on how this will impact benefits, please visit:

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  11. Oct 11

    Today’s 2.8% COLA announcement is the largest increase in seven years and is vital for seniors & people w/disabilities. I will continue to fight to and strengthen Social Security for all.

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  12. Oct 7

    For National Mental Illness Awareness Week, I’m working to around mental health and encourage those who are affected to seek help and never suffer in silence. For more info visit:

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  13. Oct 6

    We must do better and work to ensure that our institutions protect the values that they were founded on.

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  14. Oct 6

    I am extremely concerned that this confirmation will forever change the very nature of the Court. The Senate was entrusted with protecting the nonpartisan independence of the judiciary but instead they rushed through the process to confirm a political actor.

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  15. Oct 6

    Anyone nominated to the highest court in the land should be held to an equally high standard. Both before he was nominated and throughout the confirmation process, Brett Kavanaugh displayed blatant partisan behavior unbefitting a Supreme Court Justice.

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  16. Oct 6

    Dr. Ford deserved to have her story heard without prejudice and even though the FBI did not speak to her during their investigation, I commend her for all she has done for survivors of sexual assault.

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  17. Oct 6

    Today’s vote confirming Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court Justice was frustrating and disappointing. The vote happened without a thorough FBI investigation into numerous accusations of sexual assault.

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  18. Oct 1

    On we recognize the incredible advancements & discoveries made that have given us a greater understanding of our universe. To learn more about ’s achievements over the last six decades, visit:

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  19. Oct 1

    Honored to welcome His Holiness , the 118th Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark along with , the leader of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of New York and New England, as well as @SAbanoub63 in Bayonne.

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  20. Sep 28

    I thank them for their commitment to democratic principles and support for the Venezuelan people. Read my full statement here:

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