Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) and 200 Members of Congress have filed a federal lawsuit against President Trump for violating one of the Constitution's critical anti-corruption provisions: the Foreign Emoluments Clause. The emoluments clause prohibits the President from accepting foreign payments without seeking and receiving Congressional authorization.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in recognition of World Refugee Day:
"World Refugee Day is an opportunity to recognize the millions of people from across the globe who have been forced to uproot their lives due to armed conflict and persecution," said Rep. Espaillat. "We honor their sacrifice and courage when displaced and seeking safety for themselves and their families.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in observance of the celebration of Juneteenth.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in recognition of the 5th Anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program:
"DACA has afforded immigrant youth tremendous opportunities and a renewed sense of hope for their trajectory in America," said Rep. Espaillat. "The profound impact of DACA can be measured in increased educational and employment outcomes for young immigrants and economic growth for the nation.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in recognition of the National Puerto Rican Day Celebration:
"Today, I will proudly participate in the National Puerto Rican Day celebration as I have done for many years before. As a black Dominican-American and member of Congress, I have a duty as a leader of the community to highlight the positive contributions that immigrants and migrants make throughout New York to make our city stronger.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in recognition of June as Immigrant Heritage Month:
"June is Immigrant Heritage Month and a time when we recognize and reflect upon the numerous contributions America's immigrant communities have made to the continued success of our great nation," said Rep. Espaillat.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in recognition of National Caribbean American Heritage Month.
"June 2017 marks the eighth-annual celebration recognizing National Caribbean American Heritage Month. During the month, we recognize the significance of Caribbean Americans throughout American history and reflect on the numerous contributions they have made in New York's 13th Congressional District and throughout this nation," said Rep. Espaillat.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the ICE and CBP Body Camera Amendment to H.R. 2213, the Anti-Border Corruption Reauthorization Act of 2017, which would lower standards for hiring CBP officers by waiving the polygraph exam for certain candidates who have served in past law enforcement capacities.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today CongressmanAdriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement regarding Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and the decision to reconsider the funding application for the Upward Bound program at Columbia University.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, June 5, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. EDT Congressman Adriano Espaillat will hold a town hall event at the Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, located at 163 West 125th Street (corner of Adam Clayton Powell Blvd). During the event, Rep. Espaillat will provide a legislative update on comprehensive immigration reform, housing, health care, social security, seniors, youth, education and infrastructure.
Special guest, NYC Councilman Bill Perkins, will be in attendance.
This event is open press.