Press Releases
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement on her vote to support Israel, Humanitarian Aid to Gaza, Ukraine, and Taiwan.
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement on Iran's Attack on Israel:
"Iran's reckless attack on Israel is outrageous and must not stand. I'm prepared to work with President Biden to support Israel's security."
"We must stand with Israel, our strongest ally and the only democracy in the Middle East and support its defense against adversaries who have called for the destruction of Israel and America."
"We stand with Israel because when Israel is strong, America is strong."
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Ranking Member of the Higher Education Subcommittee, demanded a solution from the Department of Education for students across America seeking financial aid. As the Ranking Member on the Committee on Higher Education, Congresswoman Wilson is highly aware of the negative impacts that the new, defunct FAFSA questionnaire is having on students across the nation, particularly on those of diverse backgrounds.
Tuesday, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Former Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, and Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle were inducted into the Miami-Dade Women's Hall of Fame.
Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement on the Florida Supreme Court's Decision to put Abortion on the ballot:
"Today, the Florida Supreme Court has made a pivotal ruling, granting the citizens of Florida the opportunity to vote on the legality of abortion, putting the power of choice back into our hands. Since the reversal of Roe v. Wade, we've witnessed a relentless assault by MAGA Republicans on our right to choose, our privacy, and our autonomy over our bodies.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement on the White House's nomination of Detra Shaw-Wilder to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida:
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson voted to finalize $16,005,279 in Community Project Funding that she previously secured for Florida's 24th District in the 2024 spending bills. This funding, included in the first of the appropriations government funding packages, responds directly to some of the most pressing needs in South Florida.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), ranking member of the Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee, proudly announced her distinguished guests for the upcoming State of the Union address, demonstrating her commitment to supporting higher education and historically minority-serving institutions (MSI).
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) took to the House floor to call all members of Congress to join her for a press conference to demand the release of Israeli Hostages and humanitarian aid. She hopes members join her in solidarity for the Israeli hostages by wearing blue every Wednesday until all the hostages are released safely.
When: Wednesday, March 6
Time: After First Votes (Exact timing of First Votes is TBD)
Where: U.S. Capitol House Steps
Washington, D.C. – Today, AmeriCorps, on behalf of President Biden, officially announced Congresswoman Frederica Wilson was awarded the prestigious President's Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of her unwavering commitment to serving her community. Founded by the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, the President's Volunteer Service Award honors those who have made a long-lasting impact on their communities.