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April 16, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) spoke on the House Floor and called for House Republicans to reject blind loyalty to Donald Trump and vote to rein in his reckless war of choice in Iran. Below is a transcript of her remarks:

"Six weeks ago, Democrats brought a War Powers Resolution to this House Floor. We called on Republicans to join us and bring this conflict to an end. They refused. 

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April 15, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-7), Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-4), Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (NY-9), Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), and advocates from across the country in support of the bipartisan legislation to extend Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants. Below is a transcript of her remarks:

"We are one step closer to protecting Haitian communities with Temporary Protected Status.

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April 13, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) issued the following statement:

"All survivors of sexual assault deserve justice. The resignations of Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales are an initial step in that direction. Their actions are unacceptable of anyone, anywhere — certainly not members of Congress.

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April 10, 2026

Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement:

“Following the incredibly disturbing sexual assault accusations against Congressman Eric Swalwell, we call for a swift investigation into these incidents and for the Congressman to immediately end his campaign to be California’s next Governor.

This is unacceptable of anyone — certainly not an elected official — and must be taken seriously.

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April 7, 2026

Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Democratic Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu, Assistant Democratic Leader Joe Neguse and DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene released the following statement:

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March 31, 2026

NEW YORK, NY — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined CNN's News Central, where she discussed Trump's reckless war in the Middle East and House Republicans' refusal to end their painful DHS shutdown. Below are excerpts from the conversation:

On Trump's Reckless War:

"We have heard so much from this president — except what is the clear reason we got into this war? What are the objectives? And what is the exit strategy?

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March 30, 2026

NEW YORK, NY — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined MS NOW's The Last Word, where she slammed Donald Trump’s continued choice to betray "the three pillars of what he ran on.” Below are excerpts from the conversation:

On Millions Showing Up to “No Kings” Rallies:

"It's remarkable to see the energy. That people still see the hope that they can have a country that reflects them and a government that prioritizes them and works for them.

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March 27, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) spoke on the House Floor, slamming Mike Johnson and House Republicans for choosing to continue their TSA shutdown. Below is a transcript of her remarks:

"Yesterday, Speaker Mike Johnson said that November will be a choice between common sense and crazy. And today, he’s proven himself right! This is a battle between common sense and crazy.

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March 27, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-8) and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (CA-33) to denounce House Republicans' refusal to fund TSA, FEMA, CISA, and the Coast Guard. Below are excerpts of her remarks:

On House Republicans’ DHS Shutdown:

"There’s no reason for TSA to be shut down. There’s no reason for FEMA and our Coast Guard to still be unfunded. There’s no reason for travelers to be waiting in absurdly long lines.

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March 27, 2026

Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar issued the following statement:

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