Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after voting in favor of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized offensive hostilities in Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes the use of military force:
“Let me be clear: the Iranian regime and its support for terrorist proxies have wreaked havoc across the… Read more »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after again voting against a funding package for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the federal agency that includes U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
“The proposed legislation provides billions more for ICE without a single meaningful reform or safeguard. At a time when this agency has become… Read more »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) shared updated information and guidance from the State Department for Americans currently in the Middle East, amid the ongoing military conflict in the region.
The State Department has advised that Americans currently in the Middle East should depart as soon as possible, and if they’re able to book travel out of the region, they should do so… Read more »
“The Iranian regime and its proxies have wreaked murderous havoc across the region—targeting U.S. servicemembers, Israel, and other allies, while advancing dangerous missile and nuclear programs that threaten global security,” said Rep. Frankel. “This threat must be eliminated, and President Trump should come to Congress to consult Members on his Administration’s objectives and plans… Read more »
Led by Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22), Florida’s Democratic congressional delegation introduced a resolution affirming the importance of maintaining scientifically recommended fluoride levels in public drinking water and urging states to continue this proven public health practice. Last year, Florida became one of only two states to prohibit adding fluoride to public water… Read more »
Tonight, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after President Trump delivered his State of the Union address.
“Sadly, tonight Donald Trump ignored the real state of the union,” said Rep. Frankel. “For far too many Americans, life is more expensive—from groceries, to rent, to health care.
His brutal ICE enforcement operations are out of control, terrorizing… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL — Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement in response to the Florida State Senate’s passage of a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) as President Donald J. Trump International Airport.
“It’s misguided and unfair that the Republican-controlled Florida Legislature ignored the voices of Palm Beach County by pushing forward… Read more »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after voting no on a measure that would extend funding for the Department of Homeland Security without significant reform to rein in Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE).
“President Trump’s immigration enforcement has become a campaign of cruelty--tearing families apart, hollowing out businesses, and paralyzing… Read more »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22), Ranking Member of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the Trump Administration announced a sweeping expansion of the Global Gag Rule—a policy that cuts off U.S. foreign assistance to international organizations that provide, refer for, or even discuss abortion… Read more »
Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced updates to flight paths in and out of Palm Beach International Airport following flight restrictions requested by the Secret Service to support presidential security at Mar-a-Lago. According to airport officials, the revised flight paths will impact fewer homes.
“I’m pleased these changes will reduce the impact on some residents,… Read more »
