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Congresswoman Wilson’s Statement on the 57th Anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut

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Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement for the 57th Anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut. “Today, we commemorate the anniversary of the groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling in Griswold v. Connecticut, a pivotal moment that secured access to contraception and safeguarded our constitutional right to privacy. This historic…

Congresswoman Wilson Co-Leads the PATH to College Act

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This week, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) along with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) introduced the bipartisan Promoting Advancement Through Transit Help (PATH) to College Act. The legislation is endorsed by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). “Providing accessible transit to all students is…

Congresswoman Wilson Celebrates Pride Month 2023

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), a senior member of the Congressional Equality Caucus which promotes equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, released the following statement celebrating the start of Pride Month: "I extend my heartfelt wishes for a joyous Pride Month to the LGBTQI+ community in South Florida and…

Congresswoman Wilson Applauds the Biden-Harris Administration’s Announcement of National Strategy to Tackle Uptick in Antisemitism

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Yesterday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the first-ever national strategy to combat antisemitism. The plan focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of antisemitism as well as broaden appreciation of Jewish American heritage; improve safety and security for Jewish communities; reverse the normalization of antisemitism and counter antisemitic discrimination; and…

Congresswoman Wilson Applauds End to Title 42, Urges Congress to Work on Bipartisan Solutions to Ensure Border Safety

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Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement regarding the end of the COVID-19-era policy, Title 42: "Since Title 42's establishment under the Trump administration, this policy has forcibly turned away countless asylum seekers in search of a better and safe life for their families. With Title 42’s expiration, I am relieved to see the immediate…

Congresswoman Wilson’s Statement on SCOTUS’ Ruling of Mifepristone Case

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Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to protect access to the abortion pill Mifepristone. “Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court made the right decision in preserving women’s access to the abortion medication Mifepristone. “For the last 20 years, Mifepristone has proved safe and…

Congresswoman Wilson Denounces House Passage of H.R. 734, the “Politics Over Participation Act”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) denounced House Passage of H.R. 734, the “Politics Over Participation Act” known as the “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.” As a Member of the Equality Caucus, Congresswoman Wilson supports the Caucus’ mission to promote equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity,…

Congresswoman Wilson Presents $6.4 Million Check to the Boys and Girls Club of Miami-Dade and Celebrates Grand Opening of New Club in Miami Gardens

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Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) presented a $6.4 million check to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Inc. at the grand opening of the Dr. Frederica S. Wilson Club at Skyway Elementary School. The check includes funds for enhancements to the new club facility, the expasion of existing club programming for the NFL Club located in…

Congresswoman Wilson’s Statement on the Indictment of Donald Trump

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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the indictment of Donald Trump: “Donald Trump is a twice impeached former President who incited his followers to converge on the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to overturn an election and upend our Democracy. “I am watching along with my constituents as the judicial process runs its course. After all he…

Congresswoman Wilson Presents $3 Million Check to City of West Park for Construction of Cultural Facility at McTyre Park

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Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) was joined by the City of West Park Mayor, Felicia Brunson, city officials, staff, and community members to present a $3 million check to the City of West Park for the construction of a cultural facility at McTyre Park. The funding awarded for the project are a part of the Community Project…