ICYMI: Rep. Meeks Talks GOP DHS Shutdown, Trump’s Crypto Payout, and SCOTUS Ruling on Trump’s Illegal Tariffs

The DHS shutdown is a result of Republicans refusing a bipartisan deal to rein in ICE brutality. I went on CNN to discuss their lack of cooperation. Republicans have admitted to me that ICE needs to have oversight, but they won’t support Democrats’ commonsense reforms. Republicans would rather stop FEMA’s disaster response, increase travel delays at airports, and disrupt Coast Guard missions than protect Americans from ICE’s violence. 

I led 40 of my colleagues in a letter demanding answers from Secretary Scott Bessent after he refused to look into the Trump family’s cryptocurrency business, World Liberty Financial. Investors connected to the United Arab Emirates royal family acquired nearly a $500 million stake in the Trump family’s business right before striking a deal with the Administration on securing U.S. advanced AI chips. This is not just an ethical issue, but a business deal that raises serious national security concerns. 

The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) blocked Trump’s harmful tariffs, supporting what I’ve been saying from the start: Trump cannot impose massive taxes on imports without approval from Congress. Trump’s actions broke the limits of his authority. To make matters worse, Trump wants YOU to foot the bill and pay an additional $1,700 for his tariffs.  

In celebration of Black History Month, I was honored to receive the William C. Thompson, Sr. Award from the New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division, Second Department. I’m grateful to be recognized with an award named after a trailblazer who I admire and will continue standing up and fighting in his spirit.  

I’d like to hear from my constituents about how the Republican Shutdown and Big Ugly Law will affect you or your loved ones.

I am fighting for lower health care costs, but I need your help. Please complete the form here to explain how the administration’s latest actions are affecting you.

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