New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 2/07/2025

Press Releases

New Dem Leadership Endorses Legislation to Stop Musk & Trump’s Attempts to Steal Americans’ Personal Information and Impose a 25% Tax on Hardworking Families

New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement on the New Democrat Coalition Leadership Team’s endorsement of two critical bills: the Taxpayer Data Protection Act and the Prevent Tariff Abuse Act. 

The Taxpayer Data Protection Act would limit access to the Treasury’s data systems and the Prevent Tariff Abuse Act would clarify that the President cannot impose tariffs under the guise of a national emergency without congressional approval.

“Today, the New Democrat Coalition Leadership Team is taking action to protect Americans’ privacy and their pocketbooks. As Elon Musk, an unelected, self-serving billionaire, and President Trump seek to enrich themselves at the expense of hardworking Americans, New Dem Members are working to stop them in their tracks. 

“No American voted for Elon Musk, and certainly no one chose to hand over their personal social security, medical, taxpayer and other confidential information to an unelected billionaire and his minions. Every American should be outraged that Musk now has just gained access to their personal data. Musk now also has the power to block Social Security and health care payments. The American people can’t risk losing the programs they rely on without notice.

“At the same time, Trump is once again threatening to put a 25% tax on hardworking families who are already struggling to get by, all so he can wage a petty trade war with our closest allies. 

“The Taxpayer Data Protection Act and the Prevent Tariff Abuse Act would put an end to these catastrophic and chaotic actions by the White House. No matter who is in office, New Dems will always fight for the American people, and we will work tirelessly to pass this legislation through the House.”

New Dem Leaders Applaud Appointment of Seven New Dems to Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between The United States and The Chinese Communist Party

New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-11) and Vice Chair for Policy Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) issued the following statement after House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appointed eleven Democratic Members to the Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

Leader Jeffries appointed seven New Dems to the Select Committee, including: Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) (Ranking Member), Rep. André Carson (IN-07), Rep. Seth Moulton (MA-06), Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11), Rep. Shontel Brown (OH-11), and Rep. Greg Stanton (AZ-04).

“Led by our colleague and friend Ranking Member Krishnamoorthi, these seven New Dems are poised to bring the Coalition’s brand of commonsense, bipartisan policymaking as well as a wealth of expertise to the work of this critical Select Committee. 

“Now more than ever, Congress needs strong and capable leaders to address the most pressing national security and economic threats facing the United States.

“We have every confidence in our New Dem colleagues’ commitment to strengthening U.S. national security, economic competitiveness, and diplomacy to tackle the unique challenges posed by the Chinese Communist Party.”

New Dems in the News

Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09) joined KUOW to discuss the legality of the foreign aid freeze, Elon Musk's influence over President Trump, and access to life-saving assistance like food and medicine. 

Congressman Glenn Ivey (MD-04) was featured on MSNBC to discuss the latest in executive orders from the White House and urged people to take the administration's bluster seriously. Rep. Ivey was also joined by Congressman Gerry Connolly (VA-11).

New Dems in Action

New Dems Meet with Stephanie Cutter and Keith Stern

New Dems welcomed Stephanie Cutter, strategist and Managing Partner at Precision Strategies, and Keith Stern, former Floor Director for Speaker Pelosi and current Principal at Cornerstone, to discuss the first 100 days of the administration.

Member Highlights

Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-03) spoke with MSNBC to share how her community is coping after the tragic crash over the Potomac River and provided more information on the lives lost.

Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) shared a video explaining the steps that Democrats are taking to protect Americans' private information from unelected billionaires like Elon Musk.

Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) was elected Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Natural Resources. Elfreth began her career at the National Aquarium in Baltimore and then spent six years in the Maryland Senate protecting the state’s natural resources. 

Member Legislation

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