Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) release the following statement after attending Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s virtual joint address to the United States Congress:

NEW YORK, NY --RepresentativeAdriano Espaillat (NY-13) stands in firm solidarity with the people of Ukraine during this time of crisis and is a leading voice in Congress to provide Ukrainians vital defense security assistance and humanitarian aid, while holding Russia accountable for war crimes, bolstering international organizations helping refugees, and supporting Ukrainians living in the United States.

NEW YORK, N.Y. – This past week in Washington, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) helped pass $11.5 million in Community Project Funding that he previously fought to secure for New York’s 13th Congressional District. This funding, included in the appropriations government funding package, responds directly to some of the most pressing needs in Washington Heights, Inwood, Harlem, East Harlem, and The Bronx.

WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Jesús G. "Chuy" García (IL-04), and Jose Luis Correa (CA-46) released the following statement on revoking Title 42:

“For nearly two years, the United States government has expelled individuals fleeing from violence and turmoil seeking refuge and protection, with no ability for these individuals to apply for asylum – actions that completely violate U.S. law and treaty commitments,” said the members. “This heartless policy, spearheaded by the Trump administration, must be repealed – full stop.

WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13)spoke on the U.S. House floor in support of and solidarity with Ukrainians fleeing violence as a result of Putin's war.

The following are remarks by Rep. Espaillat as prepared for delivery:

WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Representatives Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and David Cicilline (RI-01) introduced a resolution calling for Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Russian government to be held accountable for the ongoing violations of international law c

WASHINGTON, DC --Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) released the following statement in support of the addition of a Wounded Warrior Fellow to his congressional district office:

NEW YORK, NY -- Following a bipartisan letter led by Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), the Biden administration has announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Special Student Relief (SSR) designation for Ukraine.