Press Releases
Rep. Schiff, Grijalva Reintroduce Bill to Forgive Student Debt For Seniors and Disabled Individuals
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Raúl Grijalva (D-Ariz.) reintroduced legislation to forgive student loan debt for disabled and older individuals. The Student Loan Relief for Medicare and Social Security Recipients Act would forgive student loan debt dating back more than 20 years for current Medicare and Social Security Disability Insurance participants and future enrollees.“The student loan debt crisis is not just a challenge for young borrowers. Millions … Continue Reading
December 04, 2023
Reps. Schiff, Norton Request Status Update and “Wrongfully Detained” Determination From State Department For U.S. Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva
Washington, D.C.— Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) led Members of Congress in writing a letter to the State Department on Friday to request a status update on the case of Alsu Kurmasheva, a journalist who holds dual U.S. and Russian citizenship who has been unlawfully detained by Russia since October 18, 2023. Kurmasheva is an editor with Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty and was detained after traveling to Russia for a family emergency.“We respectfully … Continue Reading
December 01, 2023
Rep. Schiff Votes to Expel Rep. George Santos from the House
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement after the bipartisan vote to expel Representative George Santos (R-N.Y.) from the House:“I do not take this vote for expulsion lightly. Being a member of Congress is a privilege, and one that I value every single day. It is not something that anyone is entitled to, but neither should the decision of voters to place a person in that position be easily cast aside.“Rep. Santos misused campaign money … Continue Reading
November 30, 2023
Rep. Schiff Response to the Dangerous Decision to No Longer Warn Social Media Companies About Foreign Influence Campaigns
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), the former chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, released the following statement in response to a decision by the federal government to reverse its years-long policy of warning social media companies, like Meta, about foreign influence campaigns due to lawsuits from extreme Republicans: “It is critical for the U.S. government and social media companies to be in constant communication about malign foreign influence … Continue Reading
November 22, 2023
Rep. Schiff Statement on Deal Reached to Free Almost 50 Hostages Taken by Hamas
Washington, D.C.— Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released this statement following the announced hostage deal facilitated by the Biden Administration between Israel and Hamas:“I feel a sense of relief regarding this announcement, which will return some of the hostages to their families and pause the conflict for four days. I extend my gratitude to President Biden for his role in this effort, and look forward to the day when all of the hostages are home. “The deal will allow over … Continue Reading
November 22, 2023
Rep. Schiff, Sen. Padilla, & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge NASA to Reverse Funding Cuts to Mars Sample Return Program
Lawmakers warn that NASA’s MSR cuts would result in hundreds of lost California jobs, billions in canceled contracts, missed 2030 launch window Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif) led a bipartisan and bicameral letter, joined by U.S. Senator Laphonza Butler (D-Calif) and Representatives Judy Chu (D-Calif.), Mike Garcia (R-Calif.), and Young Kim (R-Calif.), urging NASA Administrator Bill Nelson to reverse unilateral funding … Continue Reading
November 21, 2023
Reps. Schiff, Goldman, Raskin, 24 Colleagues Call Out Elon Musk & Linda Yaccarino on X's Profiteering on Misinformation & Hamas Propaganda
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined a letter led by Representatives Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) and Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) along with 24 colleagues calling out Elon Musk and X CEO Linda Yaccarino on X's profiteering on misinformation and Hamas propaganda.“We write to express our grave concern surrounding X’s ongoing failure to abide by its own policies governing the promotion of misinformation and hateful, violent, and terroristic propaganda videos, which shockingly … Continue Reading
November 16, 2023
Statement: Rep. Schiff Blasts Meta's Approval of Falsehoods in Political Ads Regarding the 2020 Election
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement in response to Meta’s decision to allow election denying political advertisements on Facebook and Instagram for the 2024 election:“Meta’s decision to greenlight election denial ads on Facebook and Instagram for the upcoming 2024 election demonstrates a reckless disregard for the truth and our democracy. We all saw the results of allowing misinformation and election denialism to spread unchecked on … Continue Reading
November 14, 2023
Rep. Schiff Releases Statement On Passage Of Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the passage of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government. “I just voted to support the continuing resolution and keep our government open. While its structure is unnecessarily complicated, it continues funding at existing levels and is far better than a shutdown, which would have been devastating for our economy, working families, our military, and our seniors. Any future CRs … Continue Reading
November 13, 2023
ICYMI: Rep. Schiff Calls for Action Amid Azerbaijan’s Human Rights Abuses During ANCA Western Region Press Conference
Burbank, CA — Yesterday, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Vice Chair of the Congressional Armenian Caucus, joined the Armenian National Committee of America -Western Region (ANCA-WR) for a press conference to bring awareness to the ongoing human rights abuses perpetrated by Azerbaijan against Armenians of Artsakh and continued his calls for action. “The United States must take concrete actions using all of the tools at its disposal to press Azerbaijan to return to compliance with … Continue Reading
November 09, 2023
Rep. Schiff Introduces Resolution Urging Azerbaijan To Release All Prisoners Of War And Captured Civilians
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced a resolution calling on Azerbaijan to immediately release all prisoners of war (POWs) and civilians currently detained in the years-long attack on Nagorno-Karabakh, also known as Artsakh.In September 2020, Azerbaijan launched a military assault on Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), resulting in thousands killed, tens of thousands displaced, and the detention of an estimated 200 ethnic Armenian POWs, hostages, and others by … Continue Reading
November 09, 2023
Statement: Rep. Schiff on Citigroup’s Illegal Discriminatory Practices Targeting Armenian Americans
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif) issued the following statement on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announcing a $25.9 million fine against Citibank for illegally discriminating against Armenian American credit card applicants. Schiff’s 30th Congressional District, which includes the cities of Burbank and Glendale, is home to the largest Armenian diaspora outside of Armenia. He serves as Vice Chair of the Congressional Armenian Caucus. “It is … Continue Reading
November 08, 2023
Rep. Schiff Applauds SAG-AFTRA Committee Deal with Studios
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement on the announced tentative deal reached by Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and major studios:“For the past 118 days, SAG-AFTRA members have worked tirelessly and stood together on the picket line to ensure that every single worker got the fair deal they deserve. This tentative agreement is an incredibly important step forward, and it is now up to … Continue Reading
November 08, 2023
WATCH: Rep. Schiff’s Powerful Remarks on Antisemitism, Free Speech on College Campuses
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) delivered powerful remarks at a House Judiciary Committee hearing on free speech and the rise of antisemitism and bigotry across the United States including on college campuses. In his remarks, Schiff also mentions the recent death of a Jewish man in Los Angeles during an altercation between demonstrators as well as the fatal stabbing of a six-year-old Muslim boy in Plainfield, Illinois. Watch the full video of Schiff’s … Continue Reading
November 07, 2023
Reps. Schiff, Schneider, & Dozens of Colleagues Sign Joint Statement on “From the River to the Sea” and the Ongoing Hamas-Israel War
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Brad Schneider (D-Ill.), Norma Torres (D-Calif.), Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.), and dozens of colleagues, signed onto the following joint statement regarding the phrase “from the river to the sea” and the ongoing Hamas-Israel War.The text of the statement reads: “We reject the use of the phrase “from the river to the sea”— a phrase used by many, including Hamas, as a rallying cry for the destruction of the State of Israel and genocide … Continue Reading
November 07, 2023
Reps. Schiff, Ruiz Introduce Lifesaving Bill to Help Schools Prevent Opioid Overdoses
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-Calif.) introduced the Helping Educators Respond to Overdoses (HERO) Act, legislation that would save lives by expanding access to opioid overdose reversal drugs, such as Narcan, in schools, providing critical training for staff, and implementing educational resources for students and communities to combat the opioid and fentanyl epidemic.According to the CDC, 106,699 Americans died from a drug overdose in … Continue Reading
November 02, 2023
Rep. Schiff Statement on H.R. 6126
Washington, D.C. — Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released the following statement in opposition of H.R. 6126:“During this time of crisis, when the Congress should provide bipartisan emergency assistance to Israel, Speaker Johnson has chosen to play dangerous political games instead. Today’s proposal conditions aid to Israel on a right-wing domestic priority — defunding the IRS — which not only destroyed bipartisan support for the aid package but also would make the deficit worse, not … Continue Reading
November 02, 2023
Reps. Schiff, Hayes Introduce Legislation to Help Provide Cost-Free, Mobile Vision Services for K-12 Students
Washington, D.C.— Today, Representatives Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Jahana Hayes (D-Conn.) introduced the See the Board Act, legislation directing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to make grants available for nonprofit organizations that provide cost-free, mobile vision services for students in public elementary and secondary schools. Due to inequitable access to vision care, it is estimated that more than two million students nationwide go to school each day without the … Continue Reading
November 01, 2023
Rep. Adam Schiff Releases Statement on Senate Confirmation of US Ambassador to Israel
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) released a statement on the Senate’s confirmation of the United States Ambassador to Israel, Jack Lew.“Yesterday's Senate confirmation of Ambassador Jack Lew is a crucial step in safeguarding our relationship with Israel. The brutal attack by Hamas on October 7 demands the full attention and expertise of our Ambassador, and I have full confidence that Jack Lew is exceptionally well-suited for this role.Ambassador Lew's extensive … Continue Reading
October 27, 2023
ICYMI: Rep. Schiff’s Bill to Grant Striking Workers Unemployment Insurance Applauded by Labor Unions & Organizations
Washington, D.C.— In case you missed it, this week, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), joined by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Donald Norcross (D-N.J.), and over 35 colleagues, introduced the Empowering Striking Workers Act, legislation that has received broad support from over 20 unions and labor organizations. Schiff’s legislation would ensure that workers exercising their legal right to collectively bargain are eligible for unemployment insurance benefits after 14 days of striking. … Continue Reading