"Iran, the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism, poses an extreme threat to the security of the Middle East and the United States. This threat becomes exponentially greater if Iran obtains a nuclear weapon. If that can be prevented, we enhance the potential for greater regional stability and a lasting peace. "I’m grateful for our brave service members and their safe return from last night’s military operation, and I remain deeply concerned for the 40,000 troops in the region. Their … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Yesterday, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) joined Jill, Michael, and Dana Katz, as well as local advocates to unveil a SaveStation in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City. Provided by the Katz Family in memory of their daughter, Sarah, the SaveStation provides the public with access to an automated external defibrillator, which can be used to provide life-saving care during a cardiac emergency. Sarah Katz suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in 2022 after consuming a highly … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on Israel's attack on Iran:“Preventing Iran from obtaining or developing a nuclear weapon is a priority that we share with our allies throughout the region and across the globe. The recent International Atomic Energy Agency report, combined with Iran’s well-established record of ignoring nonproliferation agreements, highlights the urgent need for action. As we move forward, the United States must … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement following the violent removal and handcuffing of Senator Alex Padilla:“Violently throwing a Senator to the ground and handcuffing him for doing his job is an unprecedented escalation of this Administration’s assault on our democracy. Since the incident at Delaney Hall, the Trump Administration has sought to intimidate elected officials, silence opposition, and instill fear in all of us who stand opposed … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement after the announcement of a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) against the cities of Newark, Hoboken, Jersey City, and Paterson:“Two weeks ago today in Newark, we saw a blatant act of intimidation by the Trump Administration meant to silence me and my colleagues. And we resisted. Now, the Trump Administration is attempting yet again to intimidate elected leaders and undermine the … Continue Reading
BAYONNE, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) announced a $5.7 million grant awarded to the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (“BEOF”) by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The grant will be used to renovate facilities to house the Stepping Stone Academy, which provides Head Start services in Bayonne to low-income and special needs children between the ages of 3 and 5.“This funding will be transformational not just for the hundreds of children and families that … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on the passage of the Republican budget that takes healthcare and food assistance away from millions of Americans:“The House GOP just passed a terrible bill that includes the biggest cuts to Medicaid and food assistance in our country’s history. But here’s what I saw during each marathon, middle-of-the-night debate: House Democrats were united. In every committee, in every moment, we stood up for … Continue Reading
NEWARK, N.J. - Representative Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on the events that occurred at Delaney Hall today:“What occurred at Delaney Hall today should shake every American to their core. As Members of Congress, we have a legal right to conduct oversight at any DHS facility without prior notice, as we have already done twice this year. Throughout every step of this visit, ICE attempted to intimidate everyone involved and impede our ability to conduct oversight.“This … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Dan Goldman (NY-10) joined Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) in leading a letter signed by 10 of their colleagues urging the Trump Administration to use its recent designation of Latin American cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) to take aggressive action to stop the illegal trafficking of American firearms south across the Southern Border. In a letter addressed to Secretary of Homeland … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a letter sent today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) asked the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) to halt all non-essential helicopter traffic in and around Newark Liberty International Airport (“EWR”) following reports of dangerous staffing levels, airspace congestion, equipment failures, and runway closures. The letter, sent to Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau, follows reports that air traffic controllers at EWR … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Rob Menendez (D-NJ), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), and Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) introduced the Improving Helicopter Safety Act, which bans all non-essential helicopter traffic within a 20-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty. The bill comes in the wake of the tragic crash of an air tourism helicopter into the Hudson River on April 10, which claimed the lives of six people. “While we have consistently worked to address the impact of non-essential helicopters … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressional Hispanic Caucus (“CHC”) Vice Chair of Policy Rob Menendez and CHC Chairman Adriano Espaillat hosted a roundtable discussion yesterday with CHC members and national housing advocates on the housing affordability crisis and the Trump Administration’s counterproductive and anti-immigrant housing agenda.During the roundtable, attendees spoke about the challenges and opportunities Latino constituencies face in accessing safe and affordable housing, growing … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Representative Rob Menendez (D-NJ) joined Reps. John Larson (D-CT), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and Troy Balderson (R-OH) in introducing the Medicare Beneficiary Co-Pay Fairness Act of 2025, which lowers out-of-pocket healthcare costs for Medicare beneficiaries by capping co-pays for those seeking care at ambulatory surgical centers (“ASCs”). “Our healthcare system should reward value and efficiency, not penalize patients based on where they receive care,” said … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Rob Menendez led 48 House Democrats in denouncing the Trump Administration’s weaponization of programs at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) to target immigrant and mixed-status families across the United States. In a letter sent today to HUD Secretary Scott Turner, the Representatives demanded that the Trump Administration reverse course on dangerous new policies that will harm families, deter eligible individuals from accessing … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Mike Quigley (IL-05) led a letter signed by 39 House Democrats to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem condemning the fear and confusion inflicted on Ukrainians living in the U.S. legally who received an erroneous email falsely revoking their protections under the Uniting for Ukraine (“U4U”) program. In light of this error, the letter demands answers from the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) as to the future of … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Representative Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on the fatal helicopter crash that occurred in the Hudson River near Jersey City:“Today’s helicopter crash in the Hudson River is an absolute tragedy. The loss of six lives is horrific, and I join our community and the victims’ loved ones in mourning this heartbreaking loss. “Our office is in regular communication with officials at all levels of government who are involved in responding to this … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and John Joyce, M.D.’s (PA-13) bipartisan bill, the Communications Security Act, was passed by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The bill strengthens the cybersecurity of critical telecommunications infrastructure by permanently establishing a Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) advisory council to increase the security, reliability, and interoperability of communications networks.“As cyberattacks and threats … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) reintroduced the Sarah Katz Caffeine Safety Act, bipartisan legislation to increase transparency of caffeine in food and beverages. The bill is named in memory of Sarah Katz, a Jersey City native who died in 2022 after consuming an energy drink.“At its core, this bill is about transparency and safety, preventing tragedies like what occurred to Sarah Katz from ever happening again,” said Congressman Rob Menendez. “Consumers in New … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Rob Menendez (NJ-08) joined Reps. Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Buddy Carter (GA-01), and John James (MI-10) in introducing the Prescription Drug Transparency and Affordability Act, which would increase transparency in the prescription drug pricing system with new reporting requirements and penalties to hold those who fail to comply accountable. “Americans have rightly demanded lower costs for prescription drugs, and our pricing transparency bill aims to do … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) led a letter with 11 colleagues from New Jersey and New York City calling on Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau to address air safety and congestion in the New York Metropolitan Area in the wake of the tragic crash that occurred near Reagan National Airport earlier this year. “While aviation remains the safest form of transportation in the United States, the recent tragedy at Reagan … Continue Reading
