Press Releases
"Ripping apart families does nothing but inflict unnecessary pain. As a nation of immigrants, we should exhibit thoughtful compassion, not boundless contempt for, those who have made it safely to our soil."
May 9, 2018
Rep. Meeks Statement on Trump Separating Families at Border
"Today’s success reminds us that diplomacy works, and it underscores the importance of having a functioning State Department to advance our global interests."
May 9, 2018
Rep. Meeks Statement on North Korea's Release of American Prisoners
"Trumps decision to withdraw from the Iran deal is based on nothing but a desire to spite and dismantle the accomplishments of President Barack Obama."
May 8, 2018
Representative Meeks’ Statement on Trump’s Withdrawal from Iran Deal
Washington, DC— Senior Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Gregory W. Meeks issued the following statement regarding President Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, JCOPE, and reinstatement of sanctions:
On May 4th of last year, Republicans cast their votes on Trumpcare, one of the most irresponsible pieces of legislation to have ever come under the serious consideration of Congress.
Rep. Meeks Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Trumpcare Passage in House
New York – Representative Gregory Meeks issued the following statement regarding the one-year anniversary of the House passage of Trumpcare:
It is time that America’s small businesses and families get what they deserve—A Better Deal
Queens, N.Y. - Today, Rep. Gregory W. Meeks released the following statement and information in observation of National Small Business Week.
"The contributions made by Jewish Americans have had an everlasting impact on our nation and on the fabric of our society, in every field of study and every line of work..."
Rep. Meeks Statement on Jewish American Heritage Month
Queens, NY – Representative Gregory Meeks (D-Queens) released the following statement regarding Jewish American Heritage Month:
"It’s deeply unnerving that this administration continually lines the pockets of the rich by stealing from the poor, but sadly, it is par for the course..."
Rep. Meeks Responds to White House’s Proposal to Raise Rent on Low-Income Americans
"I am calling on my colleagues in Congress to redouble our anti-malarial efforts,” said Congressman Gregory W. Meeks.
On World Malaria Day, Co-Chairs Meeks and Smith Urge Renewed U.S. Commitment to End Malaria
"For my own part, I look forward to joining my colleagues on Capitol Hill in providing Dr. Staley and the PMI with ample funding and support, so that we can finally eradicate malaria once and for all..."
Rep. Meeks Supports Appointment of Dr. Staley as the Global Malaria Coordinator of PMI