Weekly Wrap
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 2/13
Weekly Highlight New Dems Release Affordability Agenda The New Democrat Coalition unveiled its Affordability Agenda, a policy roadmap to help make life more affordable across the country by focusing on lowering five core costs for hardworking Americans: health care, housing, energy, family care, and household essentials like groceries. Despite promising to lower prices “on day one” and “end inflation,” President Trump and Congressional Republicans have failed. Instead, their … Continue Reading
February 06, 2026
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 2/6
Press Releases ICYMI: NDC Chair Schneider Demands Noem’s Removal, DHS Reforms at Caucus Chair Press Conference New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) joined Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC) Chair Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Yvette Clark (NY-09), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Grace Meng (NY-06), and Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) … Continue Reading
January 23, 2026
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 1/23
New on Substack New Dems Release Season 2 Episode 2 of the Fly-In with Maryland Governor Wes Moore In this special edition episode, Reps. Greg Landsman (OH-01) and Marc Veasey (TX-33)are joined by Maryland Governor Wes Moore for a wide-ranging discussion about his approach to governing, how he has improved life for Marylanders during his tenure, his unfiltered takes on Congress, and more. Governor Moore also brought along his son James to the podcast, who gives some insights into his … Continue Reading
January 16, 2026
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 1/16
Press Releases New Dems Call on DHS to Reverse Policy Threatening Health Care Workforce New Dem Reps. Emilia Sykes (OH-13), Chair of the Coalition’s Housing Task Force, and Terri Sewell (AL-07), Chair of the New Dem Health Care Working Group, led members of the New Democrat Coalition and other members of Congress, in calling onthe Department of Homeland Security to exempt health care workers from a new H-1B visa fee that is now in effect and already placing added strain on hospitals and … Continue Reading
January 09, 2026
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 1/9
Weekly Highlight New Dems Unveil Workforce & Education Agenda The New Democrat Coalition Workforce & Education Working Group, led by Working Group Chair Frank Mrvan (IN-01) alongside Education Task Force Chair Johnny Olszewski (MD-02) and Apprenticeship & Training Task Force Chair Val Hoyle (OR-04), released the Coalition’s Workforce & Education Agenda, the New Dems’ plan to empower the next generation of American workers to achieve their potential with world-class K-12 … Continue Reading
December 19, 2025
Year in Review 2025
Letter From the Chair Dear New Dems,As Chair of the New Democrat Coalition this year, I have the greatest privilege of leading a group of 115 incredible colleagues who have risen to the moment. Despite all the challenges Congress faced in 2025, New Dems are stronger than ever. Notably, our members represent the majority of the House Democratic Caucus, positioning us to be the critical “majority makers” next year, also at the forefront of the party when we retake the House.I am proud that … Continue Reading
November 07, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 11/7
Press Releases New Dems Celebrate the Career & Legacy of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued a statement following the news that Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will not seek reelection in 2026, thanking her for a lifetime of public service and leadership in the House of Representatives. “The 116 Members of the New Democrat Coalition proudly honor and celebrate the service and legacy of Nancy Pelosi, not just as a historic and … Continue Reading
October 31, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 10/31
New on Substack New Dems Present a Special LIVE Recording of The Fly-In Fly-In co-hosts Reps. Greg Landsman (OH-01) and Marc Veasey (TX-33) hosted a live episode of the podcast. Throughout the hour, they were joined by several New Dem Members to talk about the ongoing shutdown, rising healthcare costs, cuts to food benefits, and the craziest news from the past week. These guests included Reps. Gil Cisneros (CA-31), Deborah Ross (NC-02), Susie Lee (NV-03), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Sean … Continue Reading
October 24, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 10/24
New on Substack New Dems Present Episode 21 of the Fly-In: “Air Traffic Control” with Rep. Rick Larsen In Episode 21, “Air Traffic Control,” Reps. Greg Landsman (OH-01) and Marc Veasey (TX-33) welcome Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, to discuss the damage of the ongoing Republican government shutdown on federal employees critical to air travel, namely air traffic controllers and TSA agents.They also discuss the latest on the … Continue Reading
October 17, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 10/17
New on Substack New Dems Present Episode 20 of the Fly-In: “Senate Layover” with Senators Gary Peters & Alex Padilla In Episode 20, “Senate Layover” - Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01) took the podcast on the road to meet with Democratic Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) and hear their perspective on the government shutdown, now entering its fourth week. Landsman and Senator Peters discuss the importance of protecting the Affordable Care Act and extending premium tax … Continue Reading
October 10, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 10/10
Statement from the Chair Chair Schneider Calls on Speaker Johnson to Swear in Rep.-Elect Adelita Grijalva New on Substack New Dems Present Episode 19 "Holding Pattern" with Rep. Sara Jacobs In Episode 19, “Holding Pattern” - Congressman Marc Veasey and guest-host Congresswoman Sara Jacobs join the pod virtually one week after the start of the Republican Shutdown, while House Republicans continue their extended vacation to block any attempts at reopening the government. Veasey and … Continue Reading
October 03, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 10/3/25
Press Releases New Dem Leadership Rejects Republicans’ Partisan Proposal to Raise Costs on Working FamiliesNew Dem Leadership Condemns Republican Shutdown New Democrat Coalition Leadership issued a statement on the Republican shutdown that leaves millions of Americans with rising healthcare costs. New Dem Leadership previously released a statement opposing the Republicans’ partisan budget proposal. “President Trump and Congressional Republicans just purposefully shut the government down - … Continue Reading
September 19, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 9/19/25
Press Releases New Dem Leadership Rejects Republicans’ Partisan Proposal to Raise Costs on Working Families Today, New Democrat Coalition Leadership issued a statement rejecting a Republican proposal that leaves millions of Americans with rising healthcare costs. New Dem Members joined House Democrats in opposing the partisan bill. “Congressional Republicans are hellbent on making life harder and more expensive for hardworking Americans and their families. They used their One Big Bad Bill … Continue Reading
September 12, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 9/12/25
Weekly Highlight New Dem Leaders Hold Press Conference on Policy Agenda Ahead of Government Funding Deadline This week, New Democrat Coalition leaders - including New Dem Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10), Vice Chair for Policy Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Immigration & Border Security Working Group Chair Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), Secure Borders Task Force Chair Laura Gillen (NY-04), Global Competitiveness Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Housing Task Force Chair Emilia Sykes (OH-13) - … Continue Reading
September 05, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 9/5/25
Press Releases New Democrat Coalition Housing Task Force Joins Tri-Caucus Chairs in Letter to Defend Fair Housing Programs New Democrat Coalition Housing Task Force Chair Emilia Sykes (OH-13) penned a letter alongside Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Adriano Espaillat (NY-13),and Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Grace Meng (NY-06) to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries urging the … Continue Reading
July 25, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 7/25/25
Press Releases New Dems Release Innovation Agenda to Unleash American Potential and Lead the 21st Century The New Democrat Coalition Innovation & Technology Working Group, led by Working Group Chair Sam Liccardo (CA-16), AI Task Force Chair Valerie Foushee (NC-04), and Digital Assets Task Force Chair Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), unveiled the New Dem Innovation Agenda, a roadmap of positions Congress and the Administration should adopt to unleash the full potential of American … Continue Reading
July 18, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 7/18/25
Press Releases New Dem Leadership Rebukes House Republicans’ Passage of President Trump’s Extreme Cuts to Foreign Assistance, Public Broadcasting New Democrat Coalition Leadership issued a statement on the House passage of President Trump’s request to cancel $9 billion in congressionally appropriated funding for foreign assistance - including global health and food programs - and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.“The ink is still drying on the President’s Big Bad Bill, and Republicans … Continue Reading
July 03, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 7/3/25
Press Releases New Dem Leadership Condemns Final Passage of Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill as the Most Damaging Legislation for Working Families in Modern American History New Democrat Coalition Leadership issued a joint statement following the House passage of President Trump and Congressional Republicans’ dangerous bill. “House Republicans just passed what is without question the worst tax and spending bill in modern American history. Full stop. “For months, New Dems have joined the … Continue Reading
June 27, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 6/27/25
Weekly Highlights New Dems Unveil Comprehensive Tax Reform Framework The New Democrat Coalition Tax Task Force led by Task Force Chair Steven Horsford (NV-04), in coordination with the NDC’s broader Economic Growth & Cost of Living Working Group led by Working Group Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), unveiled its Tax Framework to advance common sense reforms to the tax code that ensure better outcomes for America’s working families, small businesses, and long-term economic strength. New … Continue Reading
June 13, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Weekly Wrap 6/13/25
Press Releases New Democrat Coalition Leadership Slams House GOP Passage of President Trump’s Cuts to Foreign Assistance, Global Aids Prevention and Public Broadcasting New Democrat Coalition Leadership issued a statement on the House passage of President Trump’s rescissions request, which would cancel $9.4 billion in congressionally appropriated funding for foreign assistance, including the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. “Instead of … Continue Reading