This weekend marked the 61st anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut, the Supreme Court decision that recognized the right of married couples to use birth control. Since that ruling, access to contraception has broadened significantly, but now the GOP are trying to reverse this
Memphis | Member of House Intelligence Committee | Champion for Justice and Civil Rights on Judiciary Committee | House Ranking Member of Helsinki Commission
- Last Monday was a great day for South City as we celebrated the ribbon cutting of the South City Early Education Center—one of the new anchor tenants of the Porter Jr. High redevelopment. The transformation of this historic site into a mixed‑use community hub for families,
- CBS IN THE TOILETThis is a devastating interview. Scott Pelley tells the NYT that Bari Weiss directly put a “thumb on the scale” for Trump over the killing of Renee Good. Here’s his explanation of exactly what happened.
00:00 - HE is the crook , He is the stupid one. HE IS NO JFK. HE’S NOT EVEN DICK NIXON EXCEPT ON HIS WORST DAYS. AFTER 250 YEARS THIS IS WHAT WE HAVE! NO CELEBRATION WARRANTED!WOW -- Trump crashes out and cuts his interview with Welker short as she presses him on his lack of evidence for claiming elections are rigged "You're either crooked or you're stupid. Let's call it quits. Because I've had enough. Thank you darling," he tells her." "I traveled
00:00 - On the anniversary of D-Day, we pay tribute to U.S. and Allied Forces who served during World War II and remember the service members whose bravery on the beaches and in the skies above Normandy and Nazi-occupied France changed the course of history.
- Last night I spoke from the House floor urging my colleagues to vote in favor of the Support Ukraine Act. We need to stand with democracy, freedom, and courage and against authoritarianism. I was pleased the resolution passed.
00:00 - Today, on World Environment Day, we are reminded that the actions we take today to protect our environment will help create a healthier, more sustainable future for all. That's why I am co-leading a letter to oppose @EPA's rescission of coal ash rules and working on legislation
- Steve Cohen repostedRep. Andy Ogles says he's "mind blown" over a staffer he claims fired off a tweet on the Congressman's account, saying there's "no place for homosexuality in America" -- but Andy doesn't reveal to @hicharliecotton whether he shares the sentiment.
00:00 - This week in committee I argued the reasons why Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts should be impeached after additional evidence came forward with the Alabama case. I filed six Articles of Impeachment against Chief Justice Roberts on May 21st.
00:00 - Today I was honored by the Greater Memphis Chamber with a plaque commemorating my work, leadership, and steadfast commitment to Memphis. It has been wonderful working with the Chamber on projects that build up our community, mostly notably the $393.9M new I-55 Bridge, which is
- Spoke on the House floor yesterday in support of the Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act, which I co-lead with @RepChuck and voted for. The 288‑mile trail connects GA, TN & NC. This study is the first step toward potential National Scenic Trail status, the
00:00 - I visited Sweet Cheeks Diaper Ministry last week to learn more about its work providing mothers and newborns with essential items like diapers and baby formula. These basic needs add up quickly and can place a real strain on families. That’s why organizations like this are so
- Joined Mayor Young at PURE Academy to highlight the $1,031,000 in federal funding I secured for the Youth Violence Prevention Program. Grateful to hear from leaders at PURE Academy and Heal 901 and to see their inspiring work to keep our youth and community safe.













