Press Releases
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: New Dems were the Key to Passing the Bipartisan Budget Agreement Through the House, Preventing Catastrophic Default
Note from New Democrat Coalition Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10): It’s clear: New Dems delivered, just as we always do. Throughout negotiations, our Members remained in close contact with our partners at the White House about the Coalition's priorities and once a deal was announced, we mobilized our Members with 95% of New Dems backing the agreement in the end. There is no question, New Dems were pivotal in preventing a first-ever default. Our Members remain … Continue Reading
May 31, 2023
New Dems Applaud House Passage of Bipartisan Budget Agreement to Avoid Economic Catastrophe
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released a statement following House passage of the bipartisan Fiscal Responsibility Act: “There never has been and never will be anything ‘fiscally responsible’ about refusing to pay America’s bills. “Tonight, New Dems led a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers in rejecting the antics of some extreme Republicans and followed through on our duty to protect the full faith and credit of the United … Continue Reading
May 30, 2023
ICYMI: New Dem Chair Annie Kuster on MSNBC's Morning Joe Urging Lawmakers to Support Bipartisan Debt Ceiling Agreement to Prevent Catastrophic Default
This morning, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) appeared on MSNBC’s Morning Joe to lay out why New Dem leaders are supporting the bipartisan debt ceiling agreement and urge lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to advance this agreement to prevent economic catastrophe. You can watch Chair Kuster’s appearance on MSNBC here and read the transcript below: Willie Geist: Let's bring in the Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, Congresswoman Annie Kuster of New … Continue Reading
May 29, 2023
New Dem Leadership Team Supports Bipartisan Agreement to Avoid Default, Calls for Immediate Passage in House and Senate to Avoid Economic Catastrophe
Today, the New Democrat Coalition leadership team, led by Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), released a statement supporting the bipartisan agreement to avoid default and calling on Congress to pass this legislation without delay: “Despite a divided government, President Biden has achieved a bipartisan agreement that will save our country from default until 2025 and protect our nation from economic collapse, while also preventing cuts to key programs that millions of Americans rely … Continue Reading
May 28, 2023
New Dems on Bipartisan Debt Ceiling Agreement Between White House and House GOP Negotiators
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released a statement following the bipartisan agreement reached between White House and House GOP negotiators on the debt ceiling: “New Dems have been in constant communication with our partners in the administration and are working diligently to review the contents of this agreement. “Our Members are encouraged that the two sides have reached an agreement, and are confident that President Biden and White House … Continue Reading
May 25, 2023
ICYMI: New Dem Leadership & Veterans Hold Media Availability on Debt Ceiling Negotiations and Impact Default Would Have on Service Members
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), NDC Vice Chairs Brad Schneider (IL-10) and Sharice Davids (KS-03), and NDC Veteran Members Reps. Don Davis (NC-01) and Pat Ryan (NY-19) held a press conference on the current state of debt ceiling negotiations and the impact a default would have on America’s Veterans ahead of Memorial Day. With the June 1st deadline to raise the debt ceiling rapidly approaching, Members implored Speaker McCarthy to keep … Continue Reading
May 25, 2023
New Dems Host Interagency Briefing with White House on Border Security
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Immigration and Border Security Task Force, led by Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Vice Chairs Lou Correa (CA-46) and Salud Carbajal (CA-24), hosted an interagency briefing with the White House focused on the administration’s efforts at the southern border following the expiration of Title 42 earlier this month. NDC Immigration and Border Security Task Force leadership issued the below statement following the meeting: “Today, New Dems … Continue Reading
May 25, 2023
New Dems Call for Immediate Bipartisan Action to Prevent Default, Implore House GOP to Continue Negotiations
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement after Speaker McCarthy decided to adjourn the House for Memorial Day weekend without an agreement on the debt ceiling: “Secretary Yellen could not have been more clear: if Congress fails to raise the debt ceiling by June 1st, we risk defaulting on our debt for the first time in American history. Instead of heeding her warning, House Republicans are skipping town –– willing to risk … Continue Reading
May 20, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Announces Permitting Reform Priorities for Efficient Energy Deployment to Lower Costs, Enhance Energy Independence, and Combat the Climate Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the New Democrat Coalition Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force, led by Chair Scott Peters (CA-50) and Vice Chairs Sean Casten (IL-06), Eric Sorensen (IL-17), and Susan Wild (PA-07), endorsed six key priorities for bipartisan permitting reform legislation. These priorities will enhance the U.S.’ energy independence, lower energy prices, and accelerate the transition to a clean economy. The Coalition’s key priorities include: expanding … Continue Reading
May 18, 2023
New Dems Push for Additional Funding for Public Safety Programs and Reject GOP Cuts to Law Enforcement Agencies
Today, New Democrat Coalition Members, led by Rep. Eric Sorensen (IL-17), sent a letter to House Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Kay Granger (TX-12) and Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) calling on the Committee to reject Republican leadership's dangerous cuts to public safety programs and instead to increase funding to ensure law enforcement agencies have the resources they need to keep communities safe across the country. The partisan Republican bill that recently passed the … Continue Reading
May 11, 2023
ICYMI in Axios: House Centrist Groups Eye Bipartisan Policy Partnership
Today, Axios published a story about the bipartisan work the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), led by Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), is pursuing in the closely divided 118th Congress, from immigration and border security to permitting form. New Dems have begun holding meetings with Members of the Republican Governance Group to find additional areas for bipartisan cooperation and ultimately to deliver real results for hard working Americans. You can find the article in Axios here and read the … Continue Reading
May 11, 2023
New Dems Call for Funding to Stop Flow of Illicit Fentanyl and Secure the Southern Border
New Democrat Coalition Members, led by Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), called for increased federal funding to address the flow of deadly, illicit fentanyl into the U.S., tackle the opioid crisis that is impacting nearly every American community, and secure our southern border. While House Republican Leadership pushes budget cuts to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforcement, non-governmental organizations providing humanitarian relief, and other critical programs, New Dems are calling for … Continue Reading
May 11, 2023
New Dems Call for Bipartisan Immigration Reform to Strengthen Our Economy and Bring Order to the Border
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Members, led by Immigration and Border Security Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Vice Chairs Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and Lou Correa (CA-46) wrote to House Leadership calling for meaningful bipartisan action to address the crisis at the southern border and strengthen our economy. In the letter, New Dem Members made clear that H.R. 2 will weaken the nation’s border security by diverting law enforcement resources away from preventing drug … Continue Reading
May 10, 2023
New Dem Climate and Clean Energy Task Force Secures Victory for Clean Energy Deployment, Applauds White House for Incorporating New Dem Priorities Into Permitting Reform Agenda
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration released a Fact Sheet outlining their plans to accelerate the deployment of clean energy projects by reforming Federal permitting and environmental review processes. By leveraging existing permitting authorities along with new provisions included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which New Dems helped pass last year, we can tackle the climate crisis and advance the nation’s transition to clean energy. This announcement comes after New Dems sent … Continue Reading
May 10, 2023
New Dem Immigration & Border Security Task Force Rejects House GOP Border Bill, Which Fails to Strengthen the Economy, Combat Crime, or Control the Flow of Illegal Drugs
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Immigration Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Vice Chairs Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and Lou Correa (CA-46) issued a statement ahead of the House’s consideration of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act: “This week, our Republican colleagues will attempt to rush through an ineffective, unserious bill that will wreck our economy and make the challenges on our Southern Border worse. This extreme and partisan proposal is not a real … Continue Reading
May 01, 2023
New Dems Call for Immediate Action on the Debt Ceiling
Today, following Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s announcement that the U.S. could hit the debt ceiling by June 1st if Congress does not act now, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement: “Treasury Secretary Yellen’s announcement today makes it clear there is no time to waste. We must address the debt ceiling without condition … Continue Reading
April 27, 2023
Reps. Joe Courtney and Andrea Salinas Join the New Democrat Coalition
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) added Reps. Joe Courtney (CT-02) and Andrea Salinas (OR-06) as the newest Members of the Coalition. During his nine terms in Congress, Rep. Courtney has developed a strong reputation for delivering results for his constituents. From expanding access to jobs and affordable health care to working across the aisle to strengthen America’s national security, Rep. Courtney is a critical voice in … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
New Dems Call on Republicans to Join Their Efforts to Avoid the Disastrous Consequences of Default and Advance Smart Fiscal Policies
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), NDC Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility Task Force Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Vice Chair Nikema Williams (GA-05) released a statement following today’s floor vote on the House Republican “Default on America Act”: “Today, Americans saw that while Republicans are willing to push our country to the edge of economic catastrophe, Democrats are united behind passing legislation … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
ICYMI: House Democrats Across the Caucus Call for Congress to Reject Republican Debt Ceiling Demands and Avoid Economic Default
Today, Budget Committee Ranking Member Brendan Boyle (PA-02), Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined together to demand a clean debt ceiling increase. Boyle, Jayapal, and Kuster led a letter to House Republican leadership, with nearly 200 signatories, calling on Republicans to protect the full faith and credit of the United States by lifting the debt ceiling without any extraneous policies … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
House Democrats Across the Caucus Call for Congress to Reject Republican Debt Ceiling Demands and Avoid Economic Default
Today, led by Representatives Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and Annie Kuster (NH-02), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, Members from across the House Democratic Caucus called on Republicans to uphold their obligation to protect the full faith and credit of the United States by lifting the debt ceiling “without any extraneous policies attached.” The lawmakers also … Continue Reading