118th Congress
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August 19, 2024
WASHINGTON – Rep. Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, issued this statement calling on the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen how they 
Issues:Elections
August 16, 2024
Today, Ranking Members Jerrold Nadler, Rosa DeLauro, Jim McGovern, and Joe Morelle jointly filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in Texas v. Garland aiming to reverse a ruling by the Northern District of Texas that would undermine Congress’ authority to set its own rules, a move that could potentially jeopardize national security in an emergency.
Issues:Administration
August 12, 2024
Ranking Member Morelle wrote an opinion piece emphasizing the importance of ensuring the peaceful transfer of power, writing, "It is imperative that we bolster our efforts against the Big Lie and the coordinated attack on our democracy as we approach January 6, 2025. That includes proactively urging all of my colleagues in Congress to ensure a peaceful certification of the next presidential election."
July 29, 2024
In an opinion piece submitted to The Hill, Ranking Member Morelle wrote about the impacts of the Supreme Court overturning Chevron saying, "To be crystal clear: this decision did not empower Congress, nor did it empower the American people. This decision was a gift to the special interests, mega corporations and billionaires. "
July 25, 2024
Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, introduced a constitutional amendment that will reverse the Supreme Court’s recent decision to grant presidents immunity from criminal prosecution. Following the introduction, Rep. Morelle issued this statement.
July 24, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, issued the following statement honoring the dedication and service of Officer Jacob Chestnut and Detective John Gibson. Chestnut and Gibson were two members of the U.S. Capitol Police force who were senselessly murdered while protecting our Capitol 26 years ago.
Issues:United States Capitol Police
July 23, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, sent a letter to Federal Election Commission Chairman Sean J. Cooksey requesting him to clarify his post made on the social media platform X (formally known as Twitter) and to refrain from making unexplained statements that undermine established campaign finance law and practice in the future.
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July 10, 2024
Today, Rep. Joe Morelle, the top Democrat of the Committee on House Administration, issued the following statement after House Republicans passed their extreme elections bill that would make it exceedingly difficult for eligible American citizens to exercise their right to vote.
Issues:Elections