With respect and love for those celebrating the Festival of Lights, let us stand in solidarity with Jewish communities around the globe.   Wishing you and your loved ones a happy Hanukkah, from my family to yours.

May it be a comfort to his wife Lyn, his children Ellen, Kate, Maggie, Ben, Madeline and Brianna, his four grandchildren and the entire Lear family that so many mourn their loss and pray for them during this sad time.   Read my full statement:   pelosi.house.gov/news/press-rel…

Norman’s impact was not simply confined to the writer’s room. Since his youth, Norman fought against antisemitism – and as the founder of People for the American Way, he defended free speech, the right to vote and the guardrails between church and state.

Norman dared to dream of a world where diversity was not merely tolerated but celebrated – and he worked relentlessly to achieve that powerful vision.   Using his commanding platform and trademark wit, he challenged our nation to grapple with power, privilege and prejudice.

Today, we mourn the loss of the legendary Norman Lear: a decorated veteran, a patriotic champion of our civil liberties and a towering titan of American culture.   Norman broke down barriers between communities and inspired generations of Americans with his magnificent artistry.

Read my full announcement: pelosi.house.gov/news/press-rel…

An electrified high-speed rail network will dramatically improve the quality of life in the Central Valley & up and down California. Thank you to @POTUS Biden and @SecretaryPete Buttigieg for their recognition of the importance of high-speed rail to California & to our Nation.

High-speed rail will make travel quicker and easier, bring housing closer, create new jobs and economic opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach, secure cleaner air for our children and help save our planet.

California takes great pride in our ambitious status as the leading edge of high-speed rail in America. With $3 billion in new federal funding, we take an important leap closer to making high-speed rail a reality in California.

It was my privilege to welcome Canadian @HoCSpeaker @GregFergus & @KirstenHillmanA to Capitol Hill this morning during Speaker Fergus's first official visit to Washington.   America's close friendship with Canada is vital as we work together to promote democracy around the world.

Justice O’Connor’s commitment to her family was legendary. May it be a source of comfort to her sons, her grandchildren, and all of her loved ones that so many across our country are praying for them during this sad time. Read my full statement: pelosi.house.gov/news/press-rel…

Justice O’Connor earned her place in history as the first woman on the Supreme Court, where she was always an independent and influential voice. Beyond shattering a glass ceiling, her service reflected our nation’s highest ideals: courage, integrity, patriotism and justice.

Today, America mourns the loss of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor: a trailblazing public servant, an icon for working mothers and an inspiration to women across the country and around the world. Her passing is a tremendous loss for our nation.

On #WorldAIDSDay, we honor those we've lost and remember the work that remains in the fight to achieve an AIDS-free generation. That's why Congress must reauthorize @PEPFAR to ensure this transformative initiative continues to bring healing & hope to millions around the world.

Read my full announcement with @RepBarbaraLee and @RepHuffman: pelosi.house.gov/news/press-rel…

Under President Biden's Infrastructure Law, San Francisco will soon receive $22 million to modernize our ferry system to be cleaner, safer & more reliable.   It was my privilege to fight for this federal funding that will improve the quality of life for Bay Area working families.

Outrageously, Native women earn just 55¢ for every $1 made by white men. That’s why, when we held the Majority, House Democrats passed our Paycheck Fairness Act – but the Senate GOP blocked it. On #NativeWomensEqualPay Day, we remain committed to closing the wage gap for good.

As families and friends gather with gratitude today, let us prayerfully thank all those serving our country – especially our brave men and women in uniform around the world. From my family to yours, have a warm and happy Thanksgiving!

God truly blessed America with Kennedy’s leadership — and may God continue to bless our men and women in uniform for their service.

60 years ago, a visionary leader & an inspiration to a generation was stolen. In this time of conflict, President Kennedy’s words are just as necessary: “My fellow citizens of the world: ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.”

It is critical that the Congress approves the supplemental national security funding requested by the Biden Administration as soon as possible and with a strongly bipartisan vote.

Freedom-loving people in America and around the world can take immense pride in President Biden's outstanding diplomacy. In the long term, the only path to a just and lasting peace is the elimination of Hamas and the achievement of a two-state solution.

This is a welcome step to reunite hostages taken by Hamas terrorists with their loved ones, while pausing the fighting to allow deeply needed humanitarian relief to reach children and families in Gaza. Thank you @POTUS for your leadership in brokering this agreement. twitter.com/POTUS/status/1…

Under the leadership of @POTUS Joe Biden, America remains unwavering in our determination to defend democracy — making the world safer and our nation more secure. washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/…

As right-wing extremists continue their relentless, shameful assaults on the fundamental rights and freedoms of transgender Americans, we must turn agony into action to create a safer, more accepting world for all.

Transgender Day of Remembrance honors the Americans stolen from us by transphobic bigotry and violence.    Democrats are proud to stand in solidarity with our trans friends, family and neighbors as we fight to save lives and comfort the loved ones of those we've lost.

First Lady Carter was an indispensable confidant & advisor to her devoted partner in service & adoring husband of 77 years, President Jimmy Carter. After leaving the White House she remained an active & unwavering force for good. Read my full statement: pelosi.house.gov/news/press-rel…

Moved by the stories of families touched by mental illness, she admirably took up their cause – despite the intense stigma of the time. First Lady Carter was also a powerful champion of our nation’s tens of millions of family and professional caregivers.

Today, our nation mourns the loss of First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a saintly and revered public servant.  A leader deeply driven by her profound faith, compassion & kindness, First Lady Carter achieved transformational change that has brought hope and healing to countless families.

A spokesperson for Speaker Pelosi issued this statement on behalf of the Pelosi family: