Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement after the Supreme Court released its decision in Learning Resources v. Trump, ruling that President Trump lacked authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to impose tariffs unilaterally. “Today’s Supreme Court ruling is the right one, and it is an important victory for the rule of law and fo... Read More »
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted against the SAVE America Act, H.R. 7296, a bill that adds burdensome documentation requirements for every American seeking to register or re-register to vote, including those who have moved, changed parties, or changed their names. Under this bill, when registering or re-registering to vote, Americans would have to provide documents proving their citizen... Read More »
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for H.J.Res.72, legislation to terminate the national emergency declared by President Trump to justify imposing tariffs on all imports from Canada. “President Trump promised he would deliver lower costs for Americans—but his actions have had the opposite effect,” said Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. “President Trump’s reckless tariffs constitute the large... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07), Congressman Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) led 81 members of Congress in filing an amicus brief in support of Harris County’s lawsuit against the Trump administration for terminating the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) Solar for All program. “Solar for All is one of the most important affordable energy programs in our co... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement after President Trump posted a video on Truth Social with racist depictions of prominent Democrats, including former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. “Since the launch of his first campaign, President Trump has spread racist tropes, rhetoric, and lies. This video is the latest demonstration o... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) introduced the Freeze ICE Act to stop the rapid recruitment of unvetted individuals at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The effort comes as masked ICE agents are arresting U.S. citizens, entering homes without judicial warrants, and using excessive force against people across the country. If enacted, this bill would impose an immediate hi... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted against a bill, Concurring in the Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for two weeks, and multiple other federal agencies for Fiscal Year 2026. “When Americans are being killed, detained, harassed, and silenced by this government, we do not need a two-week negotiation period, we need reforms. Today... Read More »
On Friday’s show: Houston Rep. Lizzie Fletcher joins us to discuss immigration enforcement in Minnesota and issues affecting Greater Houston and the nation. Also this hour: We explore how recent events surrounding immigration policy are influencing young Houstonians and their perceptions of law enforcement in particular. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. Listen to the ... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced the nominees for appointments to the U.S. Service Academies from Texas’ Seventh Congressional District. Earlier this week, she hosted a reception with the nominees celebrating their achievements. “It is a privilege and a pleasure to nominate these bright, dedicated students for an appointment to our country’s service academies,” said Congress... Read More »
As the Trump administration intensifies its immigration crackdown, Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D‑TX7) defends the Fourth Amendment and raises concerns about warrantless raids and threats to civil liberties. She opposed H.R. 7147, the bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, warning it would undermine core constitutional protections. Watch her speech here. View this article in Courier Texas. Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement after a Border Patrol agent killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, January 24. The shooting comes less than three weeks after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents killed Renee Good in Minneapolis. “People across the country and around the world witnessed agents of the United States governme... Read More »
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) spoke during debate on the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, H.R. 7147, to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for fiscal year 2026. Congresswoman Fletcher spoke in opposition to the legislation. Below are Congresswoman Fletcher’s remarks, which can also be viewed here. Mr. Speaker, as the House considers this rule and the legislat... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted against the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, H.R. 7148 and the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, H.R. 7147, to fund certain federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, and government programs for Fiscal Year 2026. “Over the last year, the Trump administration has ignored the Constitution and the C... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted against the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026, H.R. 7006, to fund certain federal agencies and government programs for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. “This government funding bill fails to meet the moment and to respond to the Trump administration’s many abus... Read More »
A House Energy and Commerce hearing Tuesday gave Democrats a rare chance to press a senior Department of Energy official on the administration’s recent cancellation of clean energy grants in blue states, the agency's role in Venezuela's oil and its broader approach to renewable energy. Alex Fitzsimmons, head of DOE’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response, appeared before ... Read More »
