Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García issued the following statement on the passing of Gloria Steinem:

“Gloria Steinem was not just a journalist, activist, organizer — she was a force of nature and a change-maker. As a towering icon of the women’s movement, she dedicated her life to raise awareness, educate and fight for reproductive rights, equality in the workplace and at home, and to end violence against women. 

Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) participated in the Third Panamerican Congress that took place from Friday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 23. The opening day began with a press conference and an opening ceremony at Uruguay’s Legislative Palace led by Uruguayan Vice President Carolina Cosse.  The gatherings’ first closed-door working session started right after.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Representative Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), alongside Representatives Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Lou Correa (CA-46), and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) introduced the Right to Learn Act, legislation designed to provide resources and support for students, families, and school communities impacted by immigration enforcement actions.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement on his vote against the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement after President Donald Trump’s speech attempting to undermine the 2026 election:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García issued the following statement on his vote for the Massie amendment to the FY27 State Department appropriations bill. The amendment would cut $3.3 billion in military aid to Israel.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Chuy García (IL-04) and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), reintroduced the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act, legislation that would improve wages and working conditions for airport service workers. The legislation would also support working families and help stabilize the air travel industry as airlines pocket record profits while airport service workers remain stuck at minimum wage.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement on the ongoing brutality and criminality of ICE: