Rep. Summer Lee

My constituent and friend, Monica, was supposed to join me for the State of the Union, but her daughter went into labor after her son-in-law was detained by ICE.

Her family's story is familiar to so many families that have been torn apart by ICE.

Chag Purim Sameach to everyone celebrating in Western PA and across the country!

Wishing our Jewish neighbors a holiday filled with joy and community.

Grateful to Fulton Elementary for inviting me to their Black History Month Assembly. The students I met give me hope for a future where we can tell the truth about our history and celebrate our diversity. (2/2)

Rep. Lee poses for a photo with staff and the Fulton mascot.

Rep. Lee speaks to a cafeteria full of children.

A student asks Rep. Lee a question into a microphone.

Kids in the cafeteria wave Black History Month terrible towels.

As Trump and his administration dismantle the Department of Education, attack our schools, and erase our stories, it's more important than ever that we take time to recognize that Black history is American history. (1/2)

Dozens of children at an elementary school. Four American troops. That's the real cost of this dangerous & illegal conflict.

It's the people who are hurt most by war. We pay the price while the war machine profits.

My heart is with everyone who lost a loved one in Trump's regime change crusade.

From day one Trump has shown us his corruption and desire for regime change in multiple countries that he has no business being in.

This is an insanely unpopular, dangerous, and illegal act of war. Congress must pass a War Powers Resolution immediately and hold this lawless president accountable.

Trump’s words make it clear he doesn’t care about the safety of Americans and his actions make clear he doesn't care about the safety of the Iranian people.

If he did, he wouldn’t be risking the lives of American troops for the sake of another endless war or trying to turn Iran into a war zone.

I'm proud to join @repbonamici.bsky.social in introducing this legislation to take an important step toward rebuilding the safeguards that were stripped away and ensuring the CFPB can fully deliver on its mission.

Rep. Lee speaks to a classroom of students. Below in white and gold text reads "Introducing the students and young consumers empowerment act to protect student loan borrowers and other young consumers"

White and gold text on a black background reads "Here's the problem: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) provides student borrowers with the information and protection they deserve to determine how taking on loans can impact them financially. The Trump administration is slashing the CFPB and the Office for Students and Young Consumers, harming millions. Before it closed, the office returned more than $750 million to students and borrowers and helped more than 60,000 people who submitted complaints."

White and gold text on a black background reads "We introduced the students and young consumers empowerment act. It will reopen the Office for Students and Young Consumers and strengthen the CFPB’s ability to build on its commitment to protecting student loan borrowers and other young consumers. It’ll also enable the CFPB to protect borrowers, prevent fraudulent and misleading actions by unscrupulous organizations seeking to exploit students, and preserve access to affordable higher education." Below is a photo of Rep. Lee speaking to students.

White text on a black background shows a quote from Rep. Lee that reads "As millions of borrowers continue to shoulder the burden of student debt, we need stronger oversight, better protections, and clear pathways to relief. "

For too long, students & young consumers have been left to navigate a financial system that often puts profit ahead of people. Restoring the Office for Students & Young Consumers will make sure young borrowers have a real advocate in their corner that will hold predatory lenders accountable. (1/2)

I'm grateful to our municipal officials for sharing their experience and their concerns, and I'm looking forward to bringing these voices and ideas back to the work I do in Congress. (2/2)

Rep. Lee has a meeting with municipal leaders at a table.

Rep. Lee and Plum Boro leaders pose for a photo.

Rep. Lee and North Versailles municipal officials pose for a photo.

From Plum to North Versailles, I spent time last week meeting with local officials to discuss what they're seeing in their communities and how I can be a partner at the federal level. (1/2)

Larry Summers to resign from teaching appointments at Harvard over Epstein ties Former Harvard University President Larry Summer will resign from his teaching appointments over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. MS NOW Senior Legal Reporter Lisa Rubin joins Chris Jansing with more deta...

This is a step in the right direction, but we need a full investigation into everyone connected to Epstein, and we need the full, unredacted files to understand who knew what.

It's time that every person involved, regardless of party, title, or status, is held to account.

Ambulance EMTs Are Routine Today. These Black Medics Helped Pave the Way.

Pittsburgh's own Freedom House Ambulance Service revolutionized the way we do medicine and emergency services.

I'm proud to introduce the Freedom House Ambulance Service Congressional Gold Medal Act to give the folks who paved the way for modern EMS the long-overdue recognition they deserve.

In case you missed it, I'll be introducing articles of impeachment against Pam Bondi.

She's obstructing justice, weaponizing the DOJ against Trump's political enemies, and breaking the law. It's time she's held accountable.

The DOJ's refusal to comply with our subpoena and the law has gone on for too long.

I'll be introducing articles of impeachment against Pam Bondi.

It's time to stop allowing institutions and our own government to continue protecting the wealthy and powerful.

Gold and white text reads "Introducing the Head Start for America's Children Act to expand Head Start to 11 million children." Above is a photo of Rep. Lee in a classroom with childcare providers.

Gold and white text on a black background reads "Head start transforms lives. For 60 years, local Head Start programs have provided high-quality early education and comprehensive services for more than 40 million children and working families. Today, nearly 800,000 children receive early education, health and dental care, and healthy meals through Head Start, while their families access referrals for job training, adult education, nutrition services and housing support. Research shows that the first five years of a child’s life are critical for social, emotional, and cognitive development. Head Start children are better prepared for kindergarten, have better health outcomes and are more likely to graduate from high school and attend college. Yet in America today, families in most states pay more for child care than rent, mortgage payments or in-state college tuition. High-quality early learning opportunities remain out of reach for millions, with 5.3 million children under the age of 6 — nearly 17% of children in America — living in poverty in 2023."

Gold and white text on a black background reads "More families deserve access to Head Start. Our bill, the Head Start for America’s Children Act, would fully fund Head Start to serve 11 million children, simplify enrollment, and dramatically expand access to high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services for working families across the country. It would also raise wages for Head Start educators and strengthen support services for families so that every educator, family, and child has the resources they need." Below is a photo of Rep. Lee hugging a child.

White text on a black background displays a quote from Rep. Lee that reads "Working parents deserve to know their kids are safe, supported, and receiving high quality early education while they pursue opportunity. I am proud of the work we’re doing to invest in early educators and strengthen our communities by building a more just future for our children."

Head Start has transformed the lives of generations of children and families.

Proud to join Rep. Tlaib in expanding it through the Head Start for America’s Children Act to honor the dignity and potential of every child, no matter their zip code.

Police in Britain arrest former ambassador Mandelson in probe into Epstein ties British police have arrested Peter Mandelson — a former U.K. ambassador to the United States — in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

Good. Next let's do this here in the U.S.
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Instead of listening to more of his lies at the State of the Union, I'm joining my colleagues and our movement partners for the People's State of the Union. (2/2)

A poster for MoveOn's People's State of the Union featuring Rep. Summer Lee and the names of other Members of Congress who will be speaking.

We will not sit by and allow Trump and his administration to continue using fear to divide us and distract from the fact that they're stealing from working people to line their own pockets. (1/2)

It was great to connect with our local officials, discuss how I can be a partner to them at the federal level, and celebrate the work of our municipal governments. Thank you to the Turtle Creek Valley Council of Governments for having me!

Rep. Lee speaks at a dinner with an audience seated at tables.

Local government is where the change we feel every day takes place. Last night, we brought together local governments from so many municipalities to recognize their important work at the Turtle Creek Valley Council of Governments annual dinner.

It’s past time to ensure that the legacy of the Freedom House is finally recognized at the highest level of government. It’s a long overdue recognition of Freedom House’s service, brilliance, & humanity. It’s an acknowledgment that history does not belong to those with power, but with the people.

To close out Black History Month, I introduced legislation to award Freedom House with a Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors in our country.

Made up primarily of Black residents in 1967, the paramedics of Freedom House became trailblazers in providing pre-hospital and CPR care. Their groundbreaking work became the basis for all paramedics training in the country.

White and gold text reads "Introducing the Freedom House Ambulance Service Congressional Gold Medal Act to recognize and commemorate the historic contributions of Freedom House." Behind it is a photo of Rep. Lee with Freedom House members.

White and gold text on a black background reads "What is Freedom House? Freedom House was the first emergency medical service that trained paramedics and provided services beyond first aid in the country. Made up of Black residents recruited from Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood in 1967, the paramedics of Freedom House Ambulance became trailblazers in providing pre-hospital and CPR care. Their groundbreaking work became the basis of our modern EMS system and for paramedics training across the country. Despite facing racism from local institutions, Freedom House paramedics came to be known for the high standard of care they provided. Freedom House’s five ambulances answered nearly 6,000 calls in the first year, saving more than 200 lives." Below are two historical photos of Freedom House ambulance service.

White and gold text on a black background reads "We want to honor their work. To recognize Freedom House’s service and commemorate their work, I am introducing the bipartisan Freedom House Ambulance Service Congressional Gold Medal Act. This legislation would grant a Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the U.S. Congress, to Freedom House. A medal will also be placed in the National Museum of African American History and Culture in their honor." Next to it is a photo of Freedom House members today.

In white text on a black background, a quote from Rep. Lee reads "Freedom House members were not originally doctors or nurses trained in elite institutions – they were from the poorest, Blackest areas of Pittsburgh and still shaped modern EMS systems nationwide. I am honored to introduce a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize and honor their lasting contributions to Pittsburgh and the country."

Did you know that the first EMS service came from right here in Pittsburgh's Hill District? 🧵

It was wonderful to tour the upgraded facility to see how the YMCA is meeting our community's needs and becoming safer and more accessible for everyone, and to see how the $1 million in community project funding we secured is being put to work.

YMCA staff and Rep. Lee tour the facility in hard hats.

YMCA staff give Rep. Lee a tour.

Rep. Lee poses for a photo with YMCA staff.

The Allegheny YMCA is a vital resource for our Northside community, offering programming and support for seniors, children and families. (1/2)

Trump’s immigration agenda worsening childcare crisis, lawmakers warn Democrats questioned White House about immigration policies exacerbating childcare shortages and costs

Trump's cruel immigration policies are shrinking the childcare workforce and driving up costs for American families.

I joined my colleagues in calling out the ways in which the administration is targeting caregivers and pushing childcare further out of reach👇

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Grateful to @1hoodpower.bsky.social for convening our community to discuss how history got us to this point and how we can not just abolish ICE but work towards structural change that prioritizes and protects our communities.

Rep. Lee poses for a photo with Chenjerai Kumanyika.

Rep. Lee and Chenjerai speak on a stage with the Empire City logo on a screen behind.

ICE is the inevitable result of centuries of state-sanctioned violence against marginalized communities. We have to understand why this is happening and how we can keep each other safe.