Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jonathan Jackson proudly announces over $1.22 million in funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for the University of Chicago to support two significant humanities projects within the First Congressional District. These grants are part of the NEH's announcement of $35.63 million in grants for 258 humanities projects across the country.

Last night, Congressman Jonathan Jackson delivered a moving speech condemning the expulsion of two Black Democratic Caucus members, Representative Justin Jones and Representative Justin Pearson, from the Tennessee State Legislature.

Washington D.C. – Congressman Jonathan Jackson is leading the fight for his district in Washington, D.C., by requesting more than $22 million in federal funding to support essential projects that will greatly benefit the 1st Congressional District of Illinois. The fifteen crucial projects touch various aspects of community life, including infrastructure improvements, public safety enhancements, mental health resources, and environmental initiatives.

CHICAGO, IL – Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson is inviting high school students from Illinois's First Congressional District to participate in a nationwide art competition sponsored by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in collaboration with the Congressional Institute. The annual competition aims to recognize and encourage the artistic talent of young people across the nation.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) announced his appointment as Co-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Housing and Economic Prosperity Task Force. The task force will focus on addressing the significant housing and economic disparities impacting African American communities nationwide, with an emphasis on urban centers such as Chicago.

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson released a statement affirming his support for humanitarian aid to Türkiye and Syria, expressing sympathy for the people affected by the recent earthquakes.

Washington, DC – Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01) released the following statement after President Biden’s State of the Union Address:

CHICAGO, IL (February 3,2023) - Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01) announced today that the City of Chicago has been awarded a $60 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Continuums of Care (CoC) program to tackle the growing problem of unsheltered and rural homelessness.