ICYMI This Week: Rep. Meeks Responds to Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship Injunctions
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| ICYMI This Week: Rep. Meeks Responds to Supreme Court Ruling on Birthright Citizenship Injunctions |
| The Congressman’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Trump v. CASA Inc. |
My statement on the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Trump v. CASA Inc. "Today’s ruling by the Supreme Court to limit the scope of nationwide injunctions is a disturbing blow to judicial oversight. By weakening the power of the courts to issue such injunctions, the Court is clearing the path for Trump to exercise his executive power as he pleases. Our founders established checks and balances to protect against authoritarian power and ensure no branch—especially the executive—could act like a king." Read more here. |
| Rep. Meeks, Smith, Himes Introduce War Powers Resolution to Cease U.S. Hostilities on Iran |
I introduced a War Powers Resolution to cease U.S. hostilities on Iran, absent a Congressional authorization. “President Trump must not be allowed to start a war with Iran, or any country, without Congressional approval. Yet President Trump ordered strikes on Iran this past weekend without meaningful consultation or Congressional authorization. We still don’t know whether these strikes eliminated Iran’s nuclear weapons capabilities, and the administration has offered no clear strategy.” Read more here. |
| Rep. Meeks Statement on Peace Deal Between DRC and Rwanda |
My statement on the signing of a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. “I welcome today’s announcement of a peace deal between the DRC and Rwanda, which includes a prohibition of hostilities in eastern Congo and an agreement between both parties to facilitate full humanitarian access and the return of refugees and internally displaced persons.” Read more here. |
| Share Your Story: How Have You Been Impacted by President Trump’s Executive Orders? |
I’d like to hear from my constituents about how the Trump administration’s actions have affected you and your loved ones. Over the past few months, we’ve witnessed mass layoffs across government agencies, executive orders impacting various issues, threats against immigrants, potential tariffs on neighboring countries, and much more. My office is working with state and local officials to learn more about how these actions could affect our district and provide resources for people who have been affected. Please complete the form here to explain how these actions are affecting you and the organizations, nonprofits and businesses you support. |
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