Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson Denounces Passage of Republican Rescission Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson released the following statement in strong opposition to the passage of the Republican Rescission bill, which narrowly passed the House and Senate:

“Tonight, a slim majority in Congress moved to gut nearly $9 billion in funding that supports America’s role in the world and protects the most vulnerable among us. I am deeply disappointed in the passage of the Republican Recission bill—a package of cuts that abandons our promises to struggling families at home and to children facing hunger and disaster abroad.

Let’s be clear about what these votes mean. This bill does not just trim ‘waste’; it takes food out of the mouths of millions, undermines global disease prevention, and withdraws America’s leadership when the world needs it most. Foreign assistance slashed by this bill—including funding for humanitarian food, medicine, and education—means less hope for children in Afghanistan, Haiti, and Pakistan, as well as lost lives where U.S. aid is the last line of defense.

Here in Chicago, and across our nation, this legislation also cuts at public broadcasting and resources that build an informed, connected democracy. Over objections from both parties, this bill was rushed through, ignoring real concerns about transparency, fairness, and the irreversible harm these reductions will cause.

America’s strength has always come from our compassion and our commitment; not only to our own families but also to those who look to us in moments of desperate need. Slashing funding for global food programs, disease surveillance, and public broadcasting is not fiscal responsibility; it is shortsighted and unworthy of a great nation.

I will continue fighting for policies that reflect our highest values; justice, generosity, and truth. I call on my colleagues and constituents to join me in demanding a Congress that chooses people over politics, at home and abroad.”