Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today after Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s address before a joint session of Congress.
“The relationship between the United States and Japan is important to both our countries. Today’s address to a joint session reflects that. However, the U.S. trade deficit with Japan, which is fueled by… Read more »
After the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in the landmark marriage equality case, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus hosted a reception honoring Michigan couple April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse. April and Jayne are plaintiffs in DeBoer vs. Snyder, part of the consolidated marriage case heard before the Supreme… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) is urging the State Department to take increased steps to protect American citizens stranded in Yemen. In a letter today to Secretary of State John Kerry, Dingell urged the State Department to prioritize the evacuation of American citizens living in Yemen and to improve communication with families about any future evacuation efforts. Dingell has… Read more »
In light of recently introduced trade promotion legislation, or Fast Track, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) held a briefing today on the critical issue of currency manipulation. A panel of experts representing economists, industry and labor joined the members to discuss the devastating impact currency manipulation has had on American workers and… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement on the passing of developer and philanthropist Alfred Taubman.
“Al Taubman was a great businessman and a true philanthropist, whose generosity touched lives in Michigan and around the world. He cared deeply about our state, and his contributions made our communities stronger and more vibrant, our schools… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement on the passing of former Senator Robert P. Griffin.
“Senator Griffin was my first boss and he taught me so much. He taught me the importance of integrity in the political process, keeping your word, and working with members on both sides of the aisle. He always fought for Michigan because he loved Michigan,… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today after Senator Orrin Hatch (UT), Senator Ron Wyden (OR) and Congressman Paul Ryan (WI) introduced a bill to fast-track trade legislation through Congress without transparency or debate, and without enforceable measures to protect against currency manipulation.
“The trade bill introduced today is simply… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today, Equal Pay Day, calling for action on the Paycheck Fairness Act. Dingell is an original cosponsor of the legislation to ensure women across the country earn equal pay for equal work.
“Today is a day to highlight the progress we have made as women, but mark how far we still have to go. Women deserve… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today hosted a roundtable discussion with students and administrators from area colleges and universities on student loans and college affordability. Dingell heard from undergraduates and graduates about the challenges they face financing their educations, and discussed efforts at the federal level to ease the student loan burden and make college… Read more »
Dearborn, MI – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today hosted a roundtable discussion with students and administrators from University of Michigan-Dearborn and Henry Ford College on student loans and college affordability. Dingell heard from undergraduate and graduate students about the challenges they face financing their educations, and discussed efforts at the federal… Read more »
