Press Releases
Congresswoman Waters Statement on the Death of Former President George H. W. Bush
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued a statement on the death of the 41st President of the United States, George H. W. Bush, who died at age 94:
"I am saddened by the passing of former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, a true American patriot who dedicated his life to public service.
Rep. Waters opposes HIV/AIDS budget cuts and Republican attempts to deny health coverage to people living with HIV/AIDS and other pre-existing conditions
WASHINGTON – As a congressional leader in the fight against HIV/AIDS, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued the following statement in recognition of World AIDS Day, which is celebrated every year on December 1:
Rep. Waters Statement on the Brutal Murder of Washington Post Journalist Jamal Khashoggi
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued a statement on Donald Trump's response to the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a United States resident and a native of Saudi Arabia whose death was ordered by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, according to the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (C.I.A.):
Waters: If Donald Trump is not Offering Prayers, Sympathy & Assistance to Californians, He Should Keep his Mouth Shut
LOS ANGELES – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) released the following statement on the Camp and Woolsey wildfires in California:
Rep. Waters Opening Statement at Student Civil Rights Roundtable
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) hosted a Student Civil Rights Roundtable where she was joined by Members of Congress, civil rights advocates, and student leaders to discuss Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' attacks on civil rights protections for students—particularly students of color, students with disabilities, transgender students, and survivors of sexual assault.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters Salutes Veterans & Military Families
LOS ANGELES – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) expressed her appreciation for the patriotic service and courageous sacrifice of veterans, servicemembers, and military families as she participated in several Veterans Day events across the 43rd Congressional District.
Congresswoman Waters Statement on the Thousand Oaks, CA Shooting
LOS ANGELES – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) released a statement following the tragic shooting at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, California that claimed 12 lives and injured at least 12 people:
Congresswoman Waters Statement on the Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee, released a statement on the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that claimed 11 innocent lives and injured at least six others, including four police officers:
Congresswoman Waters Statement on Suspicious Package
WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued the following statement:
"I have been informed by U.S. Capitol Police that my Washington, DC office was the target of a suspicious package that has been referred to the FBI. I am appreciative of the law enforcement entities who intercepted the package and are investigating this matter. I unequivocally condemn any and all acts of violence and terror."
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Russian Efforts Targeted Rep. Maxine Waters & other Elected Officials
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) issued a statement on the indictment of a Russian, Elena A. Khusyaynova, who was charged by the U.S. Department of Justice for conspiracy to defraud the United States. According to media reports, Khusyaynova was the chief accountant for "Project Lakhta"-- a Russian influence operation prosecutors said was designed "to sow discord in the U.S.