Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s address to the U.S. Congress and President Biden’s announcement in response. In his address, Zelensky expressed gratitude for the overwhelming U.S. support for the Ukrainian people and asked for additional assistance in their fight… Read more »
Washington, D.C. – Today, Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Caucus Representatives Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Michael Waltz (FL-06) released the following statement recognizing International Women’s Day.
“Increasing women’s participation in peace and security efforts is crucial to advancing gender equality and to broader international security,” said Rep.… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to President Biden’s first State of the Union address.
“President Biden and Democrats are building a better America and standing up for our values at home and abroad,” said Rep. Frankel. “We’ve already witnessed historic economic growth under the Biden-Harris Administration, including… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in support of President Biden’s announcement of further sanctions and export controls against Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions, which were announced following the President’s meeting with G7 leaders, will be implemented in coordination with NATO and allies from… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and President Biden’s announcement that the United States would join the European Union and the United Kingdom in establishing new financial sanctions on Russia.
“Vladimir Putin’s hostility in Ukraine is not only a threat to the… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, a strong, bipartisan bill that strengthens America’s national security, upholds our values, supports our servicemembers and their families, and advances our leadership around the world.
Importantly, the bill includes key Frankel provisions to… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement on the aftermath of the 7.2 earthquake that struck Haiti on Saturday.
“My thoughts continue to be with Haiti where too many are mourning the loss of their loved ones after this past weekend’s devastating earthquake,” said Rep. Frankel. “I was glad to see the Biden-Harris Administration take swift action to help… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement on the recent events unfolding in Afghanistan.
“What is happening in Afghanistan is sad and tragic, especially for women and girls,” said Rep. Frankel. “After the U.S. spent billions of dollars over 20 years to train over 300,000 Afghan security forces and provide them with top military… Read more »
Today, Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Caucus Representatives Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Michael Waltz (FL-06) led 13 members of the WPS Caucus in a letter to Secretary Blinken to encourage the State Department to work closely with, and promote the inclusion of, Afghan women leaders and organizations in all future efforts to bring peace, stability, and… Read more »
