Clyburn Statement on Deal to Temporarily Open the Government
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn today issued the following statement on the deal to reopen the government: “Today the American people’s and federal workers’ prayers are answered. I am pleased an agreement has been reached that will reopen the government. As a South Carolinian, I adhere to our state’s motto ‘while
Key House Democrats Condemn HHS Waiver Condoning Discrimination in Foster Care in South Carolina
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, three key members of the U.S. House of Representatives joined community organizations in opposing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services action granting a waiver to the State of South Carolina allowing religious organizations to use federal funds to discriminate against foster families on the basis of religion and sexual
Clyburn Statement on the President’s Border Wall Proposal
Columbia, S.C. – U.S. House Majority James E. Clyburn made this statement today in response to President Trump’s address: “Until the President releases his hostages – federal workers and the American people – there will be no negotiation. End the shutdown now, and we can consider how a compromise giving lasting protections for Dreamers and
Majority Whip Clyburn to Hold Press Availability After Weekly Whip Meeting
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tomorrow U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn and senior members of the Whip team will hold a press availability after the Whip meeting to discuss ending the government shutdown and answer reporter questions. WHO: U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC) Congressman G.K. Butterfield (D-NC) Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman
Clyburn Floor Statement on Resolution of Disapproval Regarding Rep. King’s Comments on White Nationalism and White Supremacy
As Prepared for Delivery Madam/Mr. Speaker: I rise today to address what I will call a tale of two kings. One, a member of this body, who wondered out loud to the New York Times why the terms white nationalism and white supremacy are offensive. I would say to my colleague that the terms are offensive
Clyburn Floor Statement on Resolution Condemning White Nationalism and White Supremacy
As Prepared for Delivery Madam/Mr. Speaker: I rise today to speak to how the tale of two Kings has brought us to this moment in history. If he had been allowed to live, today would have been Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s 90th birthday. On this auspicious day, this august body stands ready to vote