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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 14h

Congratulations to Rent-A-Theme Entertainment in Denver for being recognized as one of America's top 100 small businesses by the Chamber of Commerce.

Denver’s entrepreneurs continue to make our city great and our residents proud!

Rent-A-Theme Entertainment

Rent-A-Theme Entertainment transforms everyday spaces into dynamic, purpose-driven play zones with immersive, science-backed experiences designed to spark connection, creativity, and joy.…

www.uschamber.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 19h

Americans see through RFK Jr.’s unscientific crusade. His reckless tirade erodes trust in our health institutions and puts more lives at risk.

We must hold Donald Trump, RFK Jr., and their fact-free agenda accountable — and fight for a public health system rooted in science, not conspiracy.

59% of Americans disapprove of RFK Jr.'s moves as health secretary, a new poll says

A new poll shows trust in federal health policies is plummeting, and what — or who — people believe increasingly depends on their politics.

www.npr.org

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 20h

The announced deal between Israel and Hamas is promising, and I hope it will lead to the end of this brutal conflict – with all the hostages released and massive humanitarian aid surged into Gaza.

There is much work to do, but lasting peace in the region must be the goal.

Live updates: Israel and Hamas agree to a ceasefire, release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners

Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza and release some hostages and prisoners in an agreement that was first put forward by President Donald Trump.

apnews.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 21h

Today, I met with federal workers to discuss how the GOP’s shutdown is hurting working families, as thousands across CO are furloughed or working without pay.

Their stories were a powerful reminder of what’s at stake—and why Republicans must come to the table to help us reopen the government.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 1d

Congressional Republicans didn't just shut down the government — they turned their backs on Americans’ health care.

Here in Colorado, community health centers that serve low-income families are running out of federal funding because of GOP inaction.

This is what their chaos costs.

Government shutdown leaves Colorado’s community health centers in financial limbo

A long shutdown could also jeopardize other programs supporting health centers, such as loan repayment for doctors working in underserved areas.

www.denverpost.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 1d

Republicans are willing to let critical ACA assistance expire as families are staring down a 114% increase in their premiums.

In Denver, a family of four could see their annual premiums go up by over $2,500.

Enough games. Let’s open the government, extend ACA assistance, & keep care affordable.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 2d

This is illegal. Trump and Republicans shut the government down, and now they are resorting to unlawful threats to try and cover up their recklessness.

Scoop: White House memo says furloughed federal workers aren't entitled to backpay

A move to deny backpay to up to 750,000 furloughed workers would dramatically escalate Trump's pressure on Democrats to end the shutdown.

www.axios.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 3d

Trump & his GOP allies in Congress shut down the government as the Epstein Files discharge petition sits just 1 signature short.

Adelita Grijalva is ready to be sworn in, but instead, Speaker Johnson gave House Republicans more vacation time. They seem awfully scared of releasing those files.🤔

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 3d

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 6d

This week, Trump and his allies shut down the government and didn’t even bother showing up to work.

I did. And so did House Democrats.

Now, GOP leadership just announced they’re extending their vacation. Trump & Republicans have said they have a “mandate.” It’s time for them to show up.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 6d

I’m demanding accountability from Secretary Linda McMahon and standing with Denver Public Schools to defend every student’s right to a safe and inclusive learning environment. ⬇️

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 6d

The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights is threatening to strip Denver schools of federal funding because of the existence of all-gender bathrooms—without providing any legal basis. This is a dangerous misuse of Title IX and an attack on LGBTQ+ youth.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 7d

To everyone observing Yom Kippur today in Denver, I want to wish you an easy and meaningful fast during this time of reflection and renewal. G'mar Chatima Tovah!

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 7d

Donald Trump is conditioning federal funding to universities on the signing of a loyalty pledge to his agenda.

This reeks of authoritarianism, and the universities should reject this hostage-taking of their funding.

Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference

Demands sent to nine top schools included pledging to freeze tuition for five years and to commit to strict definitions of gender.

www.nytimes.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 8d

🤔 What do all these states have in common? Two Democratic senators.

This is bare-knuckled partisanship and also blatantly illegal.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 8d

Republicans control Congress and the White House. But they decided they would rather shut down the government than work across the aisle to stop a health care crisis of their own making.

House Democrats & I are going to fight, and we won’t give in until every American has the health care they need.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 8d

Once Adelita Grijalva is sworn in, she will be the 218th signature on the Epstein Files discharge petition.

However, Speaker Johnson canceled votes this week and let the government shut down instead of swearing her in. What is he so afraid of?

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 9d

Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans are happy to let the government shut down and let you pay more for health care.

Their plan will double ACA marketplace premiums if they refuse to extend the assistance millions of Americans rely on to afford their health care.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 9d

Republicans: Extending tax breaks for billionaires that are already in law is actually free.

Also Republicans: Extending tax credits to keep health care costs down for middle-class Americans that are already in law is too expensive.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 9d

TrumpRx isn't a solution, it's a distraction. Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act, allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices for the first time, while Trump is gutting NIH & the National Cancer Institute.

This will kill innovation while most Americans won't pay any less under this "plan."

Trump announces ‘TrumpRx’ site for discounted drugs and deal with Pfizer to lower prices | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday a multipronged effort aimed at lowering drug costs in the United States, including the creation of a “TrumpRx” direct-to-consumer website where Americans…

www.cnn.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 9d

Keeping our government open is Congress’s most basic job. Yet with hours until a shutdown, House Republicans are on vacation.

House Democrats and I are in Washington, ready to work to keep government open and lower health care costs.

If the shutdown happens tonight, the GOP owns it.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 10d

In Denver, nearly 15,000 women, infants, & children are dependent on WIC for groceries, nutrition counseling & breastfeeding support.

But Republicans are willing to rip this lifeline away with a government shutdown.

Families shouldn’t have to worry about feeding their kids because of GOP chaos.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 10d

Congressional Republicans are “split” on whether or not to raise health care costs by thousands of dollars?

Extending support for ACA premiums is a no-brainer, but clearly, Republican leaders are fine with letting health care costs skyrocket.

Republicans are split on extending Obamacare tax breaks as higher costs loom

Trump’s pollster warns that the GOP will pay a “political penalty” in the 2026 election if the funds expire this year. But many conservatives in the party say they should end on schedule.

www.nbcnews.com

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 13d

Our public lands belong to all of us. But Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans want to open them up to dangerous drilling.

On Public Lands Day, I’m fighting to protect Colorado’s precious lands and preserve our nation’s ecological & cultural heritage.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 13d

Donald Trump can’t even spell hepatitis right, why would you take medical advice from him?

Please consult your doctor who actually knows what they’re talking about.

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