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November 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) announcing that he will retire from the House at the end of the term: 

“The first Latino Member of Congress elected to represent the San Fernando Valley, Congressman Tony Cárdenas has led a career defined by trailblazing vision, grit, and devotion to his constituents. 

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November 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-8) announcing that he will retire from the House at the end of the term: 

“A lifelong Michigander, Congressman Dan Kildee has served with distinction and vision throughout his decade in the House — delivering for working people, leading with altruism, and proving an invaluable member of the House Democratic Caucus.

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November 16, 2023

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene released the following statement:

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November 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu released the following statement:

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November 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-MA) took to the House Floor to denounce House Republicans’ extreme, partisan appropriations bills which slash critical programs for children and families and attack the health and rights of women. Below is a transcript of her remarks:

“Mr. Speaker, a budget is a reflection of our values. And what a low value the Majority places on women and children in these bills.

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November 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) took to the House Floor to denounce House Republicans’ extreme, partisan Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development appropriations bill ten days before government funding runs out. Below is a transcript of her remarks:

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November 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement after voting against the Republicans’ partisan Israel supplemental funding legislation: 

“Today, House Republicans set a dangerous precedent, making aid to our ally Israel conditional on helping billionaires cheat on their taxes. This irresponsible, partisan bill abandons the people of Ukraine and innocent Palestinian civilians in need of humanitarian aid, undermines our national security, and only delays our ability to support Israel’s defense against Hamas.

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October 31, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on Congressman Earl Blumenauer (OR-3) announcing his retirement at the end of the term: 

“For 27 years, Congressman Earl Blumenauer has served the constituents of Oregon’s Third Congressional District with distinction, passion, and a soaring vision of what’s possible when we work together.

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October 26, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on Congressman John Sarbanes (MD-3) announcing his retirement at the end of the term: 

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October 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and Chair of the Senate Appropriations LHHS Subcommittee Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to celebrate President Biden’s domestic supplemental funding request that includes $16 billion to lower child care costs for families and keep child care providers in business. Below is a transcript of her remarks: