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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 2h

Trump is waging war on American cities because we refuse to submit to his authoritarianism. Trump is an out of control wannabe dictator.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 2h

ICE, DHS, and CBP are terrorizing our communities. And now, Trump is threatening our elected officials with jail for doing their jobs and protecting our communities.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 3h

President Trump has called for the jailing of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, both Democrats, for “failing to protect” ICE officers who have been sent to the city.

Trump says Chicago mayor, Illinois governor should be jailed for response to ICE

Trump, without providing evidence, said Brandon Johnson and JB Pritzker should go to jail for “failing to protect” immigration agents.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 3h

It is clear that we must invest more in innovative programs that ensures families can set down roots in affordable homes without the fear of displacement.

Together, we can realize a future of affordable, accessible housing for ALL.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 3h

I am proud to have secured $1M in federal funding for Here to Stay, a community-driven initiative that will create six units of permanently affordable housing in Logan Square.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 20h

Denying back pay to furloughed federal employees is illegal. Shutting down the government to continue dismantling the services and programs Americans rely on is unacceptable.

Workers and working families deserve better than a despot working for himself and his billionaire buddies.

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 1d

Breaking news: Furloughed federal workers are not entitled to automatic back pay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration argues, adding that a law Trump signed guaranteeing back pay to furloughed workers in 2019 does no such thing.

Federal workers not entitled to back pay after shutdown, budget office says

Federal workers may not be entitled to backpay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration’s budget office wrote in a new draft memo obtained by The Washington Post, ratcheting up ten...

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 21h

My statement on the two year anniversary of October 7, 2023.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 23h

Trump wants to escalate his violent attack on our cities. We won't be intimidated. We will continue challenging Trump's overreach.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 23h

Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Chicago is an unconstitutional invasion of our city because we oppose authoritarianism. Trump, a wanna-be-dictator, has decided to ignore the courts and every elected and local leader. It's an abuse of power. PUNTO.

National Guard Arrives In Chicago Area Despite Judge Urging Feds To Hold Off

President Donald Trump has sent National Guardsmen to Illinois despite local officials objecting. Gov. JB Pritzker previously said the deployment is part of "Trump's invasion."

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 1d

Trump is a warmonger looking for a legal justification for his unlawful bombing of Venezuelan vessels.

Trump is out of control.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 1d

Let me remind the President that the power to declare war belongs to Congress, not him. An armed conflict requires both side to engage in fire. That is not what is happening.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 1d

Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Chicago is an abuse of power that undermines our democracy.

I joined @durbin.senate.gov, @duckworth.senate.gov, and Democratic members of the IL delegation to demand Trump immediately rescind his order to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 1d

May his memory be a blessing and reminder to turn our good intentions into good action.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 1d

Today, on what would’ve been Wadee Alfayoumi’s 8th birthday, I join my colleagues to honor his life. We are committed to work in coalition to reintroduce the Wadee Resolution—to honor his memory, condemn hate speech, and affirm our shared humanity.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 2d

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 2d

La inacción de Trump y los republicanos ha provocado un cierre gubernamental.

Esto es lo que significa:

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 3d

As part of the authoritarian playbook the Trump Administration has been running, they are moving full steam ahead with the unconstitutional invasion and military control of our cities.

Read my full statement on Trump’s Unconstitutional, Politically Motivated Deployment of the National Guard.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 3d

Fascism always demands a public enemy.

ICE is an unaccountable force terrorizing Black and Brown communities in order to fulfill the Trump Administration's white nationalist agenda.

Solidarity and unity across our rainbow coalition are the resistance we need to keep us safe.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

Trump and Noem are unlawfully stripping unaccompanied minors of their safety by offering and incentivizing the option to "self-deport."

It's putting children at risk and it is unlawful. I am opening an investigation.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

¿Usted o alguien que conoce necesita ayuda con el proceso de ciudadanía?

Acompáñenos el sábado, 18 de octubre, para un taller de ciudadanía donde habrá organizaciones disponibles para ayudarle con el proceso.

¡Llámenos para hacer una cita!

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

Do you or anyone you know need assistance with the citizenship process? Join us for a Citizenship Workshop on Saturday, October 18th, where organizations will be available to help navigate the process!

Call to schedule your appointment!

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

I stand with Alderperson Fuentes and with all those who have the courage to stand up to authoritarianism and their terror force, ICE.

We must defund ICE. We must hold Trump, Noem, and ICE accountable.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

Secretary Noem – now that you are in Illinois, if you can take time away from your occupation of Chicago, your cosplay, and photo ops, let's meet.

We need to talk about ICE's unlawful actions in my state.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

Trump continues to unlawfully withhold funds appropriated by Congress in political retribution. He is abusing his power to punish those standing against authoritarianism.

Trump's actions undermine the Constitution and attack the services the American people rely on. He must release the funds.

Mayor Brandon Johnson considering lawsuit as Trump withholds $2.1 billion from Chicago, including CTA Red Line Extension funds

Two major Chicago transit projects are in jeopardy after the White House froze $2.1 billion in federal funding over an investigation into racial preferences in contracting.

www.chicagotribune.com

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

¡Atención, #IL03!

Hemos recibido reportes de actividad por ICE cerca de nuestra oficina en Chicago. ¡Queremos que estén seguros! Hoy, nuestros servicios serán exclusivamente por cita. También estaremos disponibles por teléfono o videollamada. Llame hoy para hacer su cita al (773) 799-8219.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez @ramirez.house.gov · 4d

Hey, #IL03!
We have received reports of ICE activity in the vicinity of our office in Chicago. We want you safe! Our services today will be available only by appointment. We will also be available by phone call or video call. Call today to make an appointment at (773) 799-8219.

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