Today marks 61 years of Medicare and Medicaid becoming law. These programs help keep costs lower so that everyday Americans stay safe and healthy, including millions of New Yorkers. While the Trump administration is making cuts, Democrats are fighting to protect Medicare and Medicaid for all.

Last night, our community came together to honor the life of Sgt. Angel Rampersad. She was committed to a life of service the moment she was able to make the decision on her own. We are grateful for her sacrifice, and will always remember her dedication to protecting our country.

TPS for Haiti expires today. If you are a #NY05 constituent in need of assistance with federal casework, I’m here to help. You are not alone.

Erasing fallen servicemembers from the Iran war causality count - because their deaths are a politically inconvenient truth - is shameful and a new low even for this Trump administration. This is an insult to those who lost their lives, and all our armed services. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Pentagon reports more than 600 Iran war casualties in quiet database update

Figures are source of dispute as US defense department days ago reduced record of troops killed and wounded

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This is a nightmare. My prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by this horrific violence. I commend the brave first responders who acted courageously in such a dangerous situation. The perpetrator must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.

2 dead after shooting, fire in Queens, gunman shot by police, NYPD says

Two people are dead after a shooting and fire at a Queens home, and the gunman was shot by police, the NYPD said Saturday.

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Families deserve to live without fear and uncertainty about what comes next. Today, I stood alongside local leaders and advocates with a clear message for the U.S. Senate: Pass the House's bill to extend TPS for Haitians!

Read my statement on the tragic passing of Angel S. Rampersad.

I'm grateful that no one was seriously injured in the recent attack at 26 Federal Plaza. No matter our politics, violence is never the way forward. I thank law enforcement for acting quickly to protect our community from further tragedy. apnews.com/article/ince...

Ex-soldier started a fire and fired a pellet gun outside a New York federal building, FBI says

The FBI says a former U.S. Army soldier started a fire and fired a pellet gun outside a New York building housing an immigration court and other government offices.

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I’m saddened by the loss of three brave American service members in the Middle East. My thoughts are with their families and loved ones. We honor their service and sacrifice. As we await more information on the missing service member in Jordan, let us pray for their continued safety.

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CENTCOM Update on Recently Fallen U.S. Service Members TAMPA, Fla. — Yesterday, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the passing of two U.S. service members and the missing status of one in Jordan following an Iranian attack on July 17. After a thorough search, U.S. military personnel found...

🗽Future leaders, are you looking to gain hands-on experience, expand your professional skills, and be part of a dynamic team? My Fall 2026 Internship applications are now open, apply today! meeks.house.gov/services/int...

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Legislative Internship Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05) is seeking enthusiastic highly motivated legislative interns to work in person in the Washington, D.C. office for the Fall 2026 Session. Int...

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Six years ago today, we lost a great American and my dear friend, John Lewis. His courage moved this nation closer to the freedom and justice it has always promised. As Trump tries to reverse John's progress, we must actively protect his legacy and keep getting into good trouble.

The State Department is taking the extraordinary precaution of advising Americans traveling to Haiti to leave DNA samples and dental records with loved ones so their remains can be identified if they are killed.

Queens families want answers from Con Edison. Rep. Meng and I are working to get our constituents the help and answers they deserve. youtube.com/shorts/Usxmo...

Rep. Meeks Demands that Con Edison Compensate Queens Residents

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🚨Queens resident, Canadian wildfire smoke is causing very unhealthy air quality today. 🏠Stay indoors. 🪟Keep your windows closed. 😷Wear a KN95 or N95 mask if you need to go outside. Protect your health. Check air quality updates at airnow.gov

Just because you don't like the law doesn't mean you can defy it, Mr. Vought. August 1st couldn't come sooner. youtube.com/shorts/sUn0S...

Rep. Meeks Grills Acting Director Vought For Gutting CFPB

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🚨Air quality alert: Canadian wildfire smoke may be heading our way. Stop by your local Queens Public Library branch to pick up a free KN95 mask and limit your exposure. Stay safe, Queens.  Find more info: www.nyc.gov/site/em/abou...

'Trump-onomics' aren't grounded in reality. So I got the Fed to commit to making decisions based upon data, not delusion. I hope you keep to your commitment to keeping politics OUT of the Fed, Chairman Warsh. www.youtube.com/shorts/4pAWv...

Rep. Meeks Presses Federal Reserve Chair Warsh on Resisting Trump's Political Pressure

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Queens families lost power, went without air conditioning, and had food spoil because of Con Edison's outage. They deserve reimbursement, not another bill. @meng.house.gov and I are urging Con Edison to reimburse affected New Yorkers. queenseagle.com/all/2026/7/1...

Queens reps call on Con Ed to reimburse SEQ customers after outage — Queens Daily Eagle

Two Queens representatives are calling on Con Ed to reimburse Southeast Queens customers who were left in the dark during the city’s recent heatwave.

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A 26-year-old husband and father is dead after the SECOND fatal ICE shooting in less than a week. His family deserves answers and justice. Republicans keep writing bigger checks for ICE with ZERO accountability and our communities are paying the price. apnews.com/article/ice-...

ICE officer who fatally shot driver in Maine was 'fearing for public safety,' agency says

Sen. Angus King says the motorist killed by ICE officers in a Maine shooting was not the target of the warrant the officers were executing.

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Trump denied New York's disaster aid request because playing political games matter more to him than helping New Yorkers who were hit hard by this winter’s blizzards. I will not stop fighting for #NY05 until our community gets every dollar of relief it deserves. www.politico.com/news/2026/07...

Owning a home is one of the best ways to build generational wealth and programs like HP3 help New Yorkers stay in their homes and protect what they’ve built. The launch of this new initiative is a major victory! Thanks to Center for NYC Neighborhoods and Wells Fargo for making it happen.

⚠️There’s a flood advisory in #NY05 through late tonight. Avoid flooded streets, highways and underpasses. Turn around, don’t drown. Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 for updates. Stay safe, Queens.  a858-nycnotify.nyc.gov

🚨Con Edison is asking #NY05 residents to conserve energy while crews repair equipment in your area. 🚫 Avoid washers, dryers, and microwaves ❄️ Limit AC 🚗 Hold off on charging electric vehicles Check your outage status: www.conEd.com/reportoutage

Happy Fourth of July #NY05! As we celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary with fireworks, family, and friends, remember to stay safe, hydrated and enjoy the holiday!

I’m aware of the power outage affecting homes in Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, Howard Beach and South Jamaica due to extreme heat. My Office is in contact with Con Edison and monitoring the situation. I'm asking #NY05 residents to conserve power while crews work to resolve the issue.

While Americans worry about grocery bills and gas prices, Trump is counting $1.4 billion from his crypto grifts. It's also harder to hear the concerns of the American people when you're taking a joy ride on a $400 million Qatari jet. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/30/u...

Trump Pulled In at Least $2 Billion After Returning to the White House

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Extreme heat is hitting #NY05 and the “feels like” temperature will be dangerously high. Please stay safe and look out for your neighbors, especially seniors and children. 🏢Find a cooling station near you: finder.nyc.gov/coolingcenters 🔔 Sign up for weather alerts: text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692

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Donald Trump is not a king, and the Constitution does not bend to his will. His scheme to end birthright citizenship and redefine who gets to be an American just failed, and rightfully so. Born here means belonging here. apnews.com/article/supr...

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

The Supreme Court has upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people in the United States illegally or t...

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Trump has attacked the Federal Reserve's independence from day one. Inflation, jobs, stable markets, and investor confidence rely on our regulators making policies free from political pressure from the President.

Today marks 11 years since the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across the country. As a Member of the EqualityCaucus, I was proud to support the #RespectForMarriageAct to cement protections for same-sex couples under federal law.